OB-GYN group issues first-ever vaccine recommendations
A leading OB-GYN organization is breaking from federal vaccine guidance. The new schedule aligns with prior recommendations, before changes were made under the Trump administration.
A leading OB-GYN organization is breaking from federal vaccine guidance. The new schedule aligns with prior recommendations, before changes were made under the Trump administration.
3 child Benadryl deaths spark renewed fears of dangerous social media trend
Three children have died in Connecticut after overdosing on diphenhydramine, commonly sold as Benadryl. Their deaths have renewed warnings about a social media challenge.
Three children have died in Connecticut after overdosing on diphenhydramine, commonly sold as Benadryl. Their deaths have renewed warnings about a social media challenge.
Study that finds no benefits from alcohol left out of US health guidelines
A study that looked at the health risks of alcohol was released independently this week, after the Trump administration omitted the findings from new U.S. dietary guidelines.
A study that looked at the health risks of alcohol was released independently this week, after the Trump administration omitted the findings from new U.S. dietary guidelines.
Tick cases surging, the doctor shares what you need to know
Doctor Teena Chopra from Wayne State University joins us to talk about the rise in tick bites across the Midwest. Dr. Chopra shares prevention tips to consider for ourselves and our pets, as well.
Doctor Teena Chopra from Wayne State University joins us to talk about the rise in tick bites across the Midwest. Dr. Chopra shares prevention tips to consider for ourselves and our pets, as well.
Tyler Mane, X-Men star and former wrestler, reveals breast cancer diagnosis
Tyler Mane, who is best known for his role as Sabretooth in "X-Men," shared he has been diagnosed with breast cancer.
Tyler Mane, who is best known for his role as Sabretooth in "X-Men," shared he has been diagnosed with breast cancer.
Free health screenings at Detroit Riverwalkers along the waterfront
Every Tuesday and Thursday for adults over 50 are eligible for free health screenings with Henry Ford Health along with activities.
Every Tuesday and Thursday for adults over 50 are eligible for free health screenings with Henry Ford Health along with activities.
Popular summer destination ravaged by Lyme disease bets on radical new solution
MIT researchers are exploring a new strategy that may help reduce Lyme disease in a well-known summer travel destination. Here's what they're doing.
MIT researchers are exploring a new strategy that may help reduce Lyme disease in a well-known summer travel destination. Here's what they're doing.
2026 Michigan safe fish guidelines - varieties and quantities you can eat per month
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has released the 2026 Eat Safe Fish Guides to help Michigan residents choose fish that are best for them and their families to eat.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has released the 2026 Eat Safe Fish Guides to help Michigan residents choose fish that are best for them and their families to eat.
House votes to cut funding for WIC, program that feeds pregnant women and children
The House has advanced a budget bill that cuts $200 million in funding for WIC, a program that provides healthy foods to millions of pregnant women, new moms and their young children.
The House has advanced a budget bill that cuts $200 million in funding for WIC, a program that provides healthy foods to millions of pregnant women, new moms and their young children.
Target baby wipes recalled for serious bacteria risk
FDA testing found a potentially dangerous bacteria in samples of various Up & Up baby wipes after Target and the manufacturer received complaints.
FDA testing found a potentially dangerous bacteria in samples of various Up & Up baby wipes after Target and the manufacturer received complaints.
Henry Ford Health hosts series of cancer survivor events
Friday at the Henry Ford Detroit location there is a cancer survivor celebration at the Brigette Harris Cancer Pavilion from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Friday at the Henry Ford Detroit location there is a cancer survivor celebration at the Brigette Harris Cancer Pavilion from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Henry Ford Health hosts series of cancer survivor events
Friday at the Henry Ford Detroit location there is a cancer survivor celebration at the Brigette Harris Cancer Pavilion from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Friday at the Henry Ford Detroit location there is a cancer survivor celebration at the Brigette Harris Cancer Pavilion from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
CDC study links cosmetic procedures to infections, deaths among traveling patients
The CDC warned that cosmetic procedures performed while traveling can lead to serious infections, complications, and even death.
The CDC warned that cosmetic procedures performed while traveling can lead to serious infections, complications, and even death.
Federal officials unveil new plan in the fight against Lyme disease and tick-borne illness
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced a major initiative to combat Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses across the country.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced a major initiative to combat Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses across the country.
Melinda French Gates pledges $215M to advance women’s health worldwide
Melinda French Gates will expand her giving to improve women’s health globally, pledging another $215 million.
Melinda French Gates will expand her giving to improve women’s health globally, pledging another $215 million.
Foreign nationals working at NIH charged with smuggling mpox into US at Metro Airport
On January 25, the two arrived at the McNamara Terminal at DTW from the Republic of Congo, where an outbreak of mpox was occurring. Their travel case contained 113 vials in Styrofoam coolers. So far, the FBI has tested 20 of the 113 vials.
On January 25, the two arrived at the McNamara Terminal at DTW from the Republic of Congo, where an outbreak of mpox was occurring. Their travel case contained 113 vials in Styrofoam coolers. So far, the FBI has tested 20 of the 113 vials.
CPR and an AED can help save a life in a critical moment
It is National CPR and AED Awareness Week. With just your hands and quick thinking, you could save a life.
It is National CPR and AED Awareness Week. With just your hands and quick thinking, you could save a life.
The doctor weighs in on summer sleep schedules
Once school is out for the summer there's freedom. That sometimes to stay up late and sleep in - is that a good idea?
Once school is out for the summer there's freedom. That sometimes to stay up late and sleep in - is that a good idea?
Cigarette smoking rates in US hit historic low among adults
Smoking rates among adults dropped to a substantial low, with only a small percentage of adults admitting they are active smokers.
Smoking rates among adults dropped to a substantial low, with only a small percentage of adults admitting they are active smokers.
Trump backs HHS plan to reduce recommended childhood vaccines
President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order for federal agencies to coordinate their guidance with a Department of Health and Human Services study, which recommends vaccinating all children against multiple diseases.
President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order for federal agencies to coordinate their guidance with a Department of Health and Human Services study, which recommends vaccinating all children against multiple diseases.