Button-sized disc tests liquid for date-rape drugs
In the blink of an eye, a predator can spike a drink, leaving possible victims vulnerable to attacks. But there's a new, discrete product to help combat this threat. It’s date-rape drug-detection kit and it’s as small as a button.
In the blink of an eye, a predator can spike a drink, leaving possible victims vulnerable to attacks. But there's a new, discrete product to help combat this threat. It’s date-rape drug-detection kit and it’s as small as a button.
Girl, 4, contracts life-threatening infection after trying on shoes without socks, mom claims
A mother in the U.K. is warning others about the danger of trying on shoes without socks after her 4-year-old daughter allegedly contracted a life-threatening infection on her foot from doing so.
A mother in the U.K. is warning others about the danger of trying on shoes without socks after her 4-year-old daughter allegedly contracted a life-threatening infection on her foot from doing so.
New Medicare cards on the way for 56 million Americans: here's what you need to know
Each year, about 2 million Americans have their medical identity stolen. If thieves get their hands on your name, social security, and a few other basics, they can file fake insurance claims, fill prescriptions, even pay for surgeries and procedures in your name. So, to try to lower the risk of personal information getting into the wrong hands, Medicare is revamping and reissuing the...
Each year, about 2 million Americans have their medical identity stolen. If thieves get their hands on your name, social security, and a few other basics, they can file fake insurance claims, fill prescriptions, even pay for surgeries and procedures in your name. So, to try to lower the risk of personal information getting into the wrong hands, Medicare is revamping and reissuing the...
The Doctor Is In: September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
Dr. Shaheen Alanee, urologist at Henry Ford Vattikuti Urology Institute, explains some of the newer therapies that are adding years to the lives of prostate cancer patients.
Dr. Shaheen Alanee, urologist at Henry Ford Vattikuti Urology Institute, explains some of the newer therapies that are adding years to the lives of prostate cancer patients.
FDA investigating multi-state outbreak of salmonella infections linked to Kellogg's Honey Smacks
The FDA, CDC, along with state and local officials are investigating a multi-state outbreak of Salmonella Mbandaka infections linked to Kellogg's Honey Smacks sweetened puffed wheat cereal.
The FDA, CDC, along with state and local officials are investigating a multi-state outbreak of Salmonella Mbandaka infections linked to Kellogg's Honey Smacks sweetened puffed wheat cereal.
American Academy of Pediatrics releases new guidelines for rear-facing car seats
New guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics are changing up the recommendations for how long children should stay in rear-facing car seats.
New guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics are changing up the recommendations for how long children should stay in rear-facing car seats.
How time on social media impacts children's self-esteem
Teens and pre-teens are among the highest consumers of social media. But can too much time spent on social media impact the way children see themselves? According to a recent study, it absolutely can.
Teens and pre-teens are among the highest consumers of social media. But can too much time spent on social media impact the way children see themselves? According to a recent study, it absolutely can.
RECALL EXPANDED: Nasal products, baby oral gels added to expanded recall list
Dozens of nasal sprays and several baby oral gel products have been added to an expanded recall list, the FDA has announced.
Dozens of nasal sprays and several baby oral gel products have been added to an expanded recall list, the FDA has announced.
CDC: Salmonella bacteria leads to 1 death, 17 illness cases from kosher chicken
At least 17 people were sickened and one person has died as a result of eating chicken that was possibly contaminated with Salmonella bacteria, the CDC said Wednesday.
At least 17 people were sickened and one person has died as a result of eating chicken that was possibly contaminated with Salmonella bacteria, the CDC said Wednesday.
Drinking water shut off at Detroit schools for elevated lead, copper levels
Officials with the Detroit Public Schools Community District have shut of drinking water at all schools, according to a statement, after testing showed elevated lead and copper levels at some schools.
Officials with the Detroit Public Schools Community District have shut of drinking water at all schools, according to a statement, after testing showed elevated lead and copper levels at some schools.
More blood pressure medication lots recalled
The manufacturer of a common blood pressure medication has expanded its recall to all lots of the product.
The manufacturer of a common blood pressure medication has expanded its recall to all lots of the product.
Eve of new school year a good chance to talk to young people about suicide
A person dies by suicide every 12.8 minutes in the United States. One in seven are children.
A person dies by suicide every 12.8 minutes in the United States. One in seven are children.
Specific flavor of Children's Advil recalled due to dosage mislabeling
A specific flavor of Children’s Advil has been voluntarily recalled due to a dosage mislabeling issue, Pfizer Consumer Healthcare announced.
A specific flavor of Children’s Advil has been voluntarily recalled due to a dosage mislabeling issue, Pfizer Consumer Healthcare announced.
Hugs for Hudson: touching story behind viral eclipse photo
It was the eclipse photo that took everyone's breath away: a mother sharing the moment with her unborn son. But now, almost exactly a year later, the baby in that viral picture is inspiring people in a new way.
It was the eclipse photo that took everyone's breath away: a mother sharing the moment with her unborn son. But now, almost exactly a year later, the baby in that viral picture is inspiring people in a new way.
Should you Google your health symptoms?
If you're thinking about going to the doctor, it's tempting to do a search on the web about your symptoms. Does your Google search make your visit a little better or just irritate the doctor? Well, it depends on who you're asking.
If you're thinking about going to the doctor, it's tempting to do a search on the web about your symptoms. Does your Google search make your visit a little better or just irritate the doctor? Well, it depends on who you're asking.
32 children's medicines being recalled
More than two dozen children’s medicines are being recalled due to a contamination that could result in increased infections that could be life-threatening, according to officials.
More than two dozen children’s medicines are being recalled due to a contamination that could result in increased infections that could be life-threatening, according to officials.
The Doctor Is In: Getting Ready for Back to School
August is winding down, and for families with children, it's time to start thinking about going back to school.
August is winding down, and for families with children, it's time to start thinking about going back to school.
Doctors are seeing spike in hand, foot and mouth disease
Doctors in several states are seeing an uptick in hand, foot and mouth disease.
Doctors in several states are seeing an uptick in hand, foot and mouth disease.
WATCH: James McCann and his wife talk emotions of birth complications
FOX 2's Jennifer Hammond caught up with James McCann and his wife Wednesday about the complications during the birth of their twins.
FOX 2's Jennifer Hammond caught up with James McCann and his wife Wednesday about the complications during the birth of their twins.
When shopping for a new school backpack - think about safety
Books, computers, musical instruments, coats and shoes can all get stuffed into your child's backpack. Before the aches and pains kick in, now's the time to set some backpack protocol.
Books, computers, musical instruments, coats and shoes can all get stuffed into your child's backpack. Before the aches and pains kick in, now's the time to set some backpack protocol.