Fourth person dies from rare EEE mosquito-borne virus

A fourth Michigan resident has died from a rare mosquito-borne virus that has been recorded across the southern half of the state.

The Doctor Is In: Getting a Second Opinion

Breast cancer remains the most commonly-diagnosed form of cancer among American women, aside from skin cancer. Mammograms are a critical part of early detection, which is key to survival. Here to tell us more about breast cancer screening, risk factors, and treatment is Dr. Jessica Bensenhaver, director of the breast cancer program at Henry Ford Cancer Institute.

Walmart stops sales of Zantac and related drugs over cancer fears

Walmart joins CVS Health, Walgreens, and Rite Aid by pulling Zantac products off the shelves after low levels of a probable cancer-causing chemical were detected

Wisconsin woman diagnosed with rare cancer after noticing 'ingrown hair' on this part of her body

She went to a dermatologist who told her the bump was likely nothing to worry about, as the skin around it appeared healthy. But the doctor recommended Marisa Strupp see a gynecologist anyway, and she did.

The Doctor Is In: Getting a Second Opinion
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The Director for the Breast Cancer Program at Henry Ford Cancer Institute answers questions from Fox 2's Facebook fans.

The Doctor Is In: Getting a Second Opinion
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A local woman shares her breast cancer survival story that includes getting three doctors' opinions.

Oct. 2: Flavored vaping products now temporarily banned in Michigan

The sale of flavored vapes is now illegal throughout Michigan, with Gov. Whitmer's ban going into effect at midnight on Wednesday. 

Southfield police, fire go pink for battle against breast cancer

Southfield Police & Fire Departments have partnered with the American Cancer Society to support breast cancer awareness month.

Dietary decisions play a big role in reducing breast cancer

October has arrived and with it Breast Cancer Awareness month. Everyone knows early screening is a key step in preventing cancer, but there are also a myriad of other steps one can take to reduce the threat of cancer. Those include dietary decisions.

October is here, signaling the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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October has arrived and with it Breast Cancer Awareness month. Everyone knows early screening is a key step in preventing the cancer, but there are also a myriad of other steps one can take to reduce the threat of cancer. Those include dietary decisions.

Optimism can help protect against heart attack and stroke, study finds

Optimism is effective medicine, according to a meta-analysis of 15 studies which found that people who maintain an optimistic outlook in life are much less likely to die from cardiovascular issues than people who are pessimistic.

Mom gets court order to keep son alive on life support

Bobby Reyes has been at CS Mott Hospital on life support for a week and a day. Now thanks to a ruling in court, the 14-year-old's mother has time to look for a new facility to continue his treatment.

As beverages increasingly populate restaurant menus, health officials warn of more sugary drinks
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Despite the obesity epidemic that has breached into the U.S., sugary and calorie-filled beverages continue to dominate the menus of fast-food restaurants. A new study from the Cleveland Clinic monitoring the evolution of 63 U.S. chain restaurant menus found beverages now make up a third of those menus. That's not good, said one registered dietician, who is worried the availability of so many sugary beverages could magnify an already troubling trend of obesity.

CVS stops selling Zantac over cancer fears

CVS has announced it is no longer selling popular heartburn medicine Zantac or its generic version as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration investigates a possible link to cancer. On Saturday, CVS Health Corp announced it would stop selling the over-the-counter heartburn medicines "out of an abundance of caution." CVS says it is not recommending people stop taking the medicines, however, it is encouraging customers who bought any of these products to return them for a refund.

EEE aerial spray in 14 Michigan counties to begin Monday night

An aerial spray that was set to be delivered this weekend in 14 counties in Michigan was delayed due to rain.