FDA issues recall for blood pressure medication due to cancer risk

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a recall for several drugs used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure due to the risk of cancer.

Officer's son learns sports injury is actually rare cancer
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For 18-year-old Noah Holloway, this summer was supposed to be about spending time on the lake with friends - but he was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer.

Your gym membership could soon earn a tax break

Exercise enthusiasts could soon rejoice as congressional lawmakers advance a new bill that could award tax breaks for fitness-related expenses

'Do not eat this cereal': CDC links Honey Smacks, salmonella

ATLANTA (AP) - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says a popular Kellogg's cereal has been linked to a salmonella outbreak that has infected 100 people in 33 states. The CDC announced Thursday that customers should avoid Honey Smacks, tweeting, "Do not eat this cereal." The agency says it found salmonella in samples of Honey Smacks, which has been subject to a...

The Doctor Is In: Bariatric Surgery

An expert from Beaumont Health explains different options in Bariatric surgery. 

American Red Cross issues emergency call for donations

The American Red Cross is facing a critical blood shortage and has issued an emergency call for donations.

Judge: Experts can testify that Roundup linked to cancer

A U.S. judge in San Francisco says evidence seems weak that Roundup weed killer causes cancer, but experts can still make that claim at trial.

How to combat unhealthy office snacking

An office birthday, a baby shower or maybe just donuts for a staff meeting are treats that are part of office culture.  

The Doctor Is In: Summertime Safety

Dr. Nessreen Rizvi, internal medicine physician at Henry Ford Health System, offers a few tips to make your summer fun and safe.  

Tips for a healthier road trip this summer

America's Healthy Heart doctor and Cardiologist, Dr. Joel Kahn shares a few tips to make your next road trip a little healthier. 

Researchers use bacteria to produce biodegradable plastic

Michigan State University scientists are using sunlight and bacteria to produce biodegradable plastics.

Women relieved 50 pound weight gain was due to benign cyst

A 30-year-old Alabama woman who was gaining weight at an alarming speed was relieved to learn the cause was a benign cyst. According to Jackson Hospital, Kayla Rahn had been experiencing unexplained stomach issues while gaining weight for months. 

Should children get bandages or stitches?

Most kids are bursting at the seams to get outdoors this time of year. But, as parents know, all of that extra time riding bikes and skateboards means more chances for bruises and skinned-knees.

Former FOX 2 traffic reporter Jackie Paige shares weight loss journey

The struggle to lose weight is real, and can be physically and emotionally painful. No one knows that better than Jackie Paige. 

Medical milestone: US OKs marijuana-based drug for seizures

WASHINGTON (AP) - U.S. health regulators on Monday approved the first prescription drug made from marijuana, a milestone that could spur more research into a drug that remains illegal under federal law, despite growing legalization for recreational and medical use. The Food and Drug Administration approved the medication, called Epidiolex, to treat two rare forms of epilepsy that begin in...

List released of dangerous children's summer toys

Water balloons, slip and slides and big wheels sounds like summer fun, right? A public safety group, though, says some of our summer favorites are downright dangerous.

Experts say pasta is not the problem, portion size is

Pasta gets a bad rap. But if you love a little fettucine, a new study brings some good news -- pasta isn't the enemy, as long as you're eating the right portion. 

World Cup games may challenge those with color blindness

During the opening World Cup game between Saudi Arabia and host country Russia, people with color blindness couldn't differentiate between the two teams.