Scientists develop new laser that can find and destroy cancer cells in the blood

Cancer cells can spread to other parts of the body through the blood. And now, researchers have developed a new kind of laser that can find and zap those tumor cells from the outside of the skin.

Two bottled water brands sold at Target, Whole Foods contain toxic levels of arsenic, report finds

The California Center for Environmental Health conducted independent testing that found high levels of arsenic — a toxic metal that can cause reproductive harm, cancer and birth defects — in two prominent bottled water brands.

Veterinarians find 19 baby pacifiers in bulldog's stomach

A veterinary hospital in Boston got quite a surprise recently when a family brought in their bulldog after he stopped eating.

Vape pen explodes, shattering teenager's jaw and knocking out some teeth

A vape pen exploded in a teenager's mouth, causing injuries so severe a pediatric surgeon who helped him said it looked similar to a "gunshot wound."

Cleveland Clinic performs its first in-utero surgery

The Cleveland Clinic in Ohio announced Wednesday that its staff had successfully performed its first in-utero surgery earlier this year on a 23-week-old fetus, according to a report.

'Flesh-eating' bacterial infections on the rise as oceans warm, study says

Cases of infection from the “flesh-eating” bacteria, Vibrio vulnificus, are on the rise in coastal regions where the bacteria are not normally found, and a team of researchers hailing from New Jersey and Pennsylvania believe it has to do with rising ocean temperatures.

Hospitals get $1.3M for opioid fight; jails to split $1.5M

Two Michigan hospital systems are getting more than $1.3 million in grants to combat the opioid epidemic, and county jails are in line to get similar funding in the future.

Pillsbury recalls over 4,000 cases of flour over E. coli concerns

Select bags of "Pillsbury Best 5-pound Bread Flour," which is sold by New York-based Hometown Food Co., were recalled as a precaution due to the potential presence of E. coli, according to the Food and Drug Administration.

Ragu pasta sauces recalled due to possible plastic fragments

The maker of Ragu pasta sauces has issued a recall for some of its products due to the possibility of plastic fragments inside the jars.

What's so bad about processed foods? Scientists offer clues

Chips, soda and frozen pizzas tend to be full of salt, sugar and fat, but now scientists are trying to understand if there's something else about such processed foods that might be bad for us.

King Arthur Flour recalls some 5 lb. bags for E. coli risk

King Arthur Flour is recalling more than 14,000 cases of its 5 lb. bag of unbleached all-purpose flour due to an E. coli risk. 

The Doctor Is In : Men's Health Month

Beaumont is committed to educating men about the importance of lifesaving health screenings. 

Hidden sugars in your favorite foods

Summer season is about to become busy with graduation parties, weddings and other outdoor events. If you're trying to lost a few pounds but have hit a rut, the problem could be sugar hiding in some of your favorite foods. 

The Doctor Is In: Men's Health
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Two experts from Beaumont Health answer viewer questions about men's health issues.

The Doctor Is In: Men's Health
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Two Beaumont Health doctors discuss various men's health issues and why its important to see a doctor.