Tyson recall for possible rubber contamination

Tyson Foods is recalling more than 36,000 pounds (16,329 kilograms) of chicken nuggets because they may be contaminated with rubber.

Michigan reports second child flu death of season

Michigan health officials say a child from Alpena County is the second in the state to die from the flu this season.

Healthworks: Recognizing signs of hypothermia and frostbite

When temperatures take a dive into the teens and single digits, it can be really uncomfortable to go outside. But it can also be downright dangerous. 

Cancer cure? Scientists claim to expect cure in one year

A team of scientists in Israel announced this week that they may have found a complete cure for cancer that's possible within the year. 

How to avoid a slip and fall on the ice

Unfortunately, not everyone can handle an icy slip and fall. In fact, the older your bones the more brittle they are. 

Myth and facts: Keeping you kids healthy this flu season

The wintertime brings the cold and flu season. What's the best advice for keeping the kids healthy this time of year? 

Study: Heart needs at least 6 hours of sleep

Getting a full night's sleep may keep your heart healthy.  This, according to a new study from the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.  

Johnsonville recalls ground pork over possible contamination

Johnsonville LLC has recalled more than 48,000 pounds of raw ground frozen pork patties that may be contaminated with materials including black rubber.

Anti-vaxxers among top 'threats to global health,' WHO says

Anti-vaxxers, or those who oppose vaccines, were deemed a top "threat to global health" in 2019 by the World Health Organization (WHO).

Chesterfield Twp. man beating the odds after 4th kidney transplant

Michael Gerald just received his fourth kidney transplant. Due to a genetic disease that runs in his family, the kidneys can become infected where the blood enters the organ.

South Beach Diet adopts a 'Keto' emphasis

When it comes to the diet scene, you're probably heard the word "Keto" pop up here and there. 

What to know as flu season comes in full swing

Flu season is coming in full swing this time of year. We talked with an emergency room doctor at Ascension Providence Hospital in Southfield, Mich. to give us an idea about what to expect. 

Teen's diabetic alert dog shot, killed at family's home

A diabetic alert dog trained to help prevent a 15-year-old girl from going into diabetic shock was apparently killed for no reason.

Americans more likely to die of opioid overdose than in car crash

For the first time in American history, one of the leading causes of deaths - vehicle crash - has been supplanted by opioid overdoses.