University of Michigan and Ohio State battle for blood
University of Michigan and Ohio State University face off in 36th annual Blood Battle Competition, generating thousands of Red Cross blood donations.
University of Michigan and Ohio State University face off in 36th annual Blood Battle Competition, generating thousands of Red Cross blood donations.
Student battling cancer claims she was shamed for parking in handicapped spot
A University of Kentucky student claims her jeep was covered in shameful posts after she parked in a designated handicapped space, and now wants others to realize that not all illnesses are visible. Lexi Baskin, who is receiving radiation as part of treatment for a tumor that was discovered on her brainstem, shared photos of her car on Twitter and Facebook, where they quickly went viral.
A University of Kentucky student claims her jeep was covered in shameful posts after she parked in a designated handicapped space, and now wants others to realize that not all illnesses are visible. Lexi Baskin, who is receiving radiation as part of treatment for a tumor that was discovered on her brainstem, shared photos of her car on Twitter and Facebook, where they quickly went viral.
Changing your lifestyle can change risk for diabetes
Changing your lifestyle can also change your risk for type 2 diabetes.
Changing your lifestyle can also change your risk for type 2 diabetes.
The Doctor Is In: Diabetes Awareness
Henry Ford has a Diabetes Prevention Program, aimed at helping those with pre-diabetes to avoid developing Type 2 diabetes.
Henry Ford has a Diabetes Prevention Program, aimed at helping those with pre-diabetes to avoid developing Type 2 diabetes.
Tips for growing out your facial hair this Movember
Movember has arrived. During the month of November, some men grow out their facial hair to raise money and awareness for men's health.
Movember has arrived. During the month of November, some men grow out their facial hair to raise money and awareness for men's health.
Medical Marijuana in Michigan
Whether you call it pot, weed, or marijuana, it's considered medicine in Michigan and nearly two dozen other states and has been legalized in multiple states as well.
Whether you call it pot, weed, or marijuana, it's considered medicine in Michigan and nearly two dozen other states and has been legalized in multiple states as well.
The Doctor Is In: Lung Cancer
Two doctors from Beaumont Health join Deena Centofanti Wednesday as they explore the leading causes of lung cancer and screening.
Two doctors from Beaumont Health join Deena Centofanti Wednesday as they explore the leading causes of lung cancer and screening.
Halloween combined for preschoolers and senior citizens at Clawson Rec Center
The Clawson Recreation Center is hosting a Halloween for all ages.
The Clawson Recreation Center is hosting a Halloween for all ages.
Pre-Halloween warning: FDA warns about too much black licorice
If you’re planning to stash up on black licorice for Halloween, the Food and Drug Administration issued a warning on Monday about possible dangerous side effects of the old-fashioned favorite
If you’re planning to stash up on black licorice for Halloween, the Food and Drug Administration issued a warning on Monday about possible dangerous side effects of the old-fashioned favorite
Henry Ford doctor changing hospital culture after she became a critical patient
A Henry Ford doctor had an eye-opening situation when she went from being doctor to a critical patient.
A Henry Ford doctor had an eye-opening situation when she went from being doctor to a critical patient.
Spa in Birmingham giving women with breast cancer a pause in life
Many women enjoy going to the spa to get a facial or massage. Margot European Day Spa in Birmingham is one of the few places where breast cancer patients can find solace, and treatments tailored to their needs.
Many women enjoy going to the spa to get a facial or massage. Margot European Day Spa in Birmingham is one of the few places where breast cancer patients can find solace, and treatments tailored to their needs.
Researchers make breakthrough in link between sugar and cancer
Belgian scientists say they've made a research breakthrough in the relationship between sugar and cancer. Researchers found yeast that had high levels of the sugar known as glucose overstimulated the same proteins often found mutated inside human tumors. Study authors say this work explains the correlation between how cancer cells make energy through rapid breakdown of glucose not seen in...
Belgian scientists say they've made a research breakthrough in the relationship between sugar and cancer. Researchers found yeast that had high levels of the sugar known as glucose overstimulated the same proteins often found mutated inside human tumors. Study authors say this work explains the correlation between how cancer cells make energy through rapid breakdown of glucose not seen in...
Walgreens to begin stocking life-saving Narcan nasal spray in all pharmacies nationwide
Walgreen's has announced today that the nationwide chain will now stock Narcan, an FDA-approved nasal form of naloxone, in in all of its more than 8,000 pharmacies nationwide.
Walgreen's has announced today that the nationwide chain will now stock Narcan, an FDA-approved nasal form of naloxone, in in all of its more than 8,000 pharmacies nationwide.
Everything you need to know about the Oakland County boil water advisory
With 12 Oakland County cities under a boil water advisory, the Great Lakes Water Authority wants to make sure everyone knows what is and isn't safe until the advisory is lifted.
With 12 Oakland County cities under a boil water advisory, the Great Lakes Water Authority wants to make sure everyone knows what is and isn't safe until the advisory is lifted.
What's the deal with breakfast? Is it really okay to skip?
We've all heard the saying -- but is breakfast really the most important meal of the day?
We've all heard the saying -- but is breakfast really the most important meal of the day?
An expert explains 'creepy clown' phobia
Whether it's a playful circus clown or a clown at a haunted house, if you're one of the many people who suffer from a fear of clowns, known as coulorphobia, they simply creep you out.
Whether it's a playful circus clown or a clown at a haunted house, if you're one of the many people who suffer from a fear of clowns, known as coulorphobia, they simply creep you out.
Yes, you should get a flu shot. Here's why.
How bad will this flu season be -- and is the shot really going to protect us?
How bad will this flu season be -- and is the shot really going to protect us?
Doctor shares tips for talking to teens about pot
With marijuana now legal in 8 states and the District of Columbia, and 30 more allowing medicinal use of the drug, pediatrician Dr. Hansa Bhargava, Chief Medical Editor at WebMD, says parents need to start talking to their kids about pot. "We should talk to them early and talk to them often," Dr. Bhargava says. "So, start early. Start at 7, 8, 9, 10 and into the teens. The more you talk about...
With marijuana now legal in 8 states and the District of Columbia, and 30 more allowing medicinal use of the drug, pediatrician Dr. Hansa Bhargava, Chief Medical Editor at WebMD, says parents need to start talking to their kids about pot. "We should talk to them early and talk to them often," Dr. Bhargava says. "So, start early. Start at 7, 8, 9, 10 and into the teens. The more you talk about...
Insurer allegedly sends coverage denial letter to 9-month-old with brain cancer
The 9-month-old son of a retired NYPD officer allegedly received a letter from the family’s insurance company recently, explaining that the clinical trial he was enrolled in to treat aggressive brain cancer was “not medically necessary,” and therefore would not be covered by the provider.
The 9-month-old son of a retired NYPD officer allegedly received a letter from the family’s insurance company recently, explaining that the clinical trial he was enrolled in to treat aggressive brain cancer was “not medically necessary,” and therefore would not be covered by the provider.
Michigan university offering first-ever degree in marijuana studies
Looking to capitalize on the rising demand for cannabis, Northern Michigan University is offering a marijuana-focused degree — but stoners need not apply.
Looking to capitalize on the rising demand for cannabis, Northern Michigan University is offering a marijuana-focused degree — but stoners need not apply.