FDA approves 3 natural food dyes
The FDA approved three natural food dyes that comes from plants and minerals this week, amid its transition away from petroleum-based dyes in the food supply.
The FDA approved three natural food dyes that comes from plants and minerals this week, amid its transition away from petroleum-based dyes in the food supply.
First at-home HPV test approved by FDA, could replace Pap smear
The DIY test could serve as an alternative to in-person "Pap smears," which are recommended every three years for women up to age 65.
The DIY test could serve as an alternative to in-person "Pap smears," which are recommended every three years for women up to age 65.
FDA issues health alert over contaminated tattoo ink
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning tattoo artists and their customers about contaminated tattoo inks that can cause serious injury.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning tattoo artists and their customers about contaminated tattoo inks that can cause serious injury.
When to start planning for longterm care
It's not the easiest discussion, but for those aging without a plan, the longterm care question could become a tough one for families, both in where one should go and how it should be paid.
It's not the easiest discussion, but for those aging without a plan, the longterm care question could become a tough one for families, both in where one should go and how it should be paid.
Mobile Health Clinic on wheels brings help to those who need it
The Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network is launching a Mental Health Mondays initiative. A new mobile unit brings access to those who may not have received care before or simply don't know where to begin.
The Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network is launching a Mental Health Mondays initiative. A new mobile unit brings access to those who may not have received care before or simply don't know where to begin.
Cigarette smoking has declined sharply in US: Here are the numbers, according to research
Researchers in a study found that the largest drop in cigarette smoking was among young Americans.
Researchers in a study found that the largest drop in cigarette smoking was among young Americans.
There are ways to treat mental health - but removing stigma is first step
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. One big element is making sure there is no stigma or shame attached to the subject.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. One big element is making sure there is no stigma or shame attached to the subject.
Walk MS Detroit: Community Support and Personal Strength
Ahead of Walk MS at Milliken State Park in Detroit, a woman living with multiple sclerosis joined FOX 2 Detroit Live to share her story. She talked about her diagnosis, the importance of community support, and her work with the National MS Society. Learn more or get involved at WalkMS.org.
Ahead of Walk MS at Milliken State Park in Detroit, a woman living with multiple sclerosis joined FOX 2 Detroit Live to share her story. She talked about her diagnosis, the importance of community support, and her work with the National MS Society. Learn more or get involved at WalkMS.org.
Covid cases continue steep decline in Michigan
Data from the state health department show visits to the ER have been on a steady decline. And the number of cases were 869 last week or an average of 124 a day, and the report included only 1 death.
Data from the state health department show visits to the ER have been on a steady decline. And the number of cases were 869 last week or an average of 124 a day, and the report included only 1 death.
Metro Detroit woman battling MS shares her story
Symptoms for Regina Cox Parham started when she was 19. It began with numb feet and her hands not working.
Symptoms for Regina Cox Parham started when she was 19. It began with numb feet and her hands not working.
Sleep expert says to wake up at same time each day
In our never-ending quest to get a better night's rest, a doctor has sleep advice we hadn't heard before. First, stop focusing on bedtime, focus on wake time.
In our never-ending quest to get a better night's rest, a doctor has sleep advice we hadn't heard before. First, stop focusing on bedtime, focus on wake time.
FDA targets removing Petroleum-based food dyes
Part of the Make America Healthy Again agenda by RFK Jr. includes removing food dyes from ultra-processed foods.
Part of the Make America Healthy Again agenda by RFK Jr. includes removing food dyes from ultra-processed foods.
The FOX 2 Healthy Heart Project screening event helps many catch critical issues before its too late
A Metro Detroiter felt like something was off, but it wasn't until he went to FOX 2's Healthy Heart Project screening he realized his heart was in real danger.
A Metro Detroiter felt like something was off, but it wasn't until he went to FOX 2's Healthy Heart Project screening he realized his heart was in real danger.
Dog detects woman's breast cancer before doctors: 'He knew all along'
Breanna Bortner, a 31-year-old from Minnesota, credits her dog Mochi with helping detect her breast cancer before doctors confirmed it.
Breanna Bortner, a 31-year-old from Minnesota, credits her dog Mochi with helping detect her breast cancer before doctors confirmed it.
New blood test unveiled to enhance detection of common cancers
UK researchers created the test using AI to examine blood samples to detect cancer present in the body.
UK researchers created the test using AI to examine blood samples to detect cancer present in the body.
Three Simple Sleep Habits That Can Improve Your Health
Poor sleep can raise your risk for heart disease. Dr. Philip Cheng from Henry Ford Health shares three tips to improve your sleep and protect your health and your heart?just in time for the Healthy Heart Project on April 26. Learn how to get free heart health screenings from Henry Ford Health at fox2detroit.com/community
Poor sleep can raise your risk for heart disease. Dr. Philip Cheng from Henry Ford Health shares three tips to improve your sleep and protect your health and your heart?just in time for the Healthy Heart Project on April 26. Learn how to get free heart health screenings from Henry Ford Health at fox2detroit.com/community
USDA withdraws plan to limit salmonella levels in raw poultry: What to know
The USDA will not require poultry companies to limit salmonella bacteria in their raw products, withdrawing a Biden-era proposal. Here's what to know.
The USDA will not require poultry companies to limit salmonella bacteria in their raw products, withdrawing a Biden-era proposal. Here's what to know.
Healthworks: Protecting women's hearts
Women are always at risk of heart disease, but hormonal changes during menopause may increase that risk. That's why we need to know as much as possible about our heart health and do everything we can to protect it.
Women are always at risk of heart disease, but hormonal changes during menopause may increase that risk. That's why we need to know as much as possible about our heart health and do everything we can to protect it.
Michigan doctors urge for vaccinations as infections surge across the US
It's an alarming trend as low vaccination rates are leading to surges of infections across the country that were once thought to be a thing of the past.
It's an alarming trend as low vaccination rates are leading to surges of infections across the country that were once thought to be a thing of the past.
Michigan health experts renew call for vaccinations
Veronica McNally founded the ?I Vaccinate Campaign? after losing her infant daughter, Francesca Marie, to whooping cough in 2012. It's a campaign to spread awareness about the importance of vaccines. As cases of whooping cough surge in Michigan, state officials want families to take action.
Veronica McNally founded the ?I Vaccinate Campaign? after losing her infant daughter, Francesca Marie, to whooping cough in 2012. It's a campaign to spread awareness about the importance of vaccines. As cases of whooping cough surge in Michigan, state officials want families to take action.