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.
Lisa Rinna threatened to kill husband Harry Hamlin amid postpartum depression
Lisa Rinna recently opened up about her struggle with postpartum depression, including how the experience led her to threaten her husband, Harry Hamlin.
Lisa Rinna recently opened up about her struggle with postpartum depression, including how the experience led her to threaten her husband, Harry Hamlin.
US birthrates: People over 40 giving birth surpass teens for first time
A new CDC report confirms a growing shift: More people are having children later in life, with births among those 40 and older now outpacing teen births for the first time in U.S. history.
A new CDC report confirms a growing shift: More people are having children later in life, with births among those 40 and older now outpacing teen births for the first time in U.S. history.
Trump reportedly ponders $5K baby bonus as US fertility rate remains near record low
The Trump administration is reportedly looking at ways to incentivize having a baby to increase the U.S. birth rate, which remains near a record low according to newly-released CDC data.
The Trump administration is reportedly looking at ways to incentivize having a baby to increase the U.S. birth rate, which remains near a record low according to newly-released CDC data.
RFK Jr. to launch national autism registry collecting Americans’ medical records
The Health and Human Services secretary has vowed to do detailed studies on the causes of autism, which he has referred to as a “preventable disease."
The Health and Human Services secretary has vowed to do detailed studies on the causes of autism, which he has referred to as a “preventable disease."
Three Things to Know About Quitting Smoking: Expert Advice from Henry Ford Health
Quitting smoking isn't easy - that's why we have three tips from a Health Coach and Tobacco Treatment Specialist with Henry Ford Health. As part of our Healthy Heart Project, she shares practical tips for quitting smoking and explains how taking control of your habits can lead to a stronger, healthier heart. The Healthy Heart Project with free health screenings takes place Saturday, April 26th. Learn more at fox2detroit.com/community.
Quitting smoking isn't easy - that's why we have three tips from a Health Coach and Tobacco Treatment Specialist with Henry Ford Health. As part of our Healthy Heart Project, she shares practical tips for quitting smoking and explains how taking control of your habits can lead to a stronger, healthier heart. The Healthy Heart Project with free health screenings takes place Saturday, April 26th. Learn more at fox2detroit.com/community.