Half of US teens spend over 4 hours daily on screens, CDC study finds
A new CDC study reveals that half of American teens spend four or more hours each day on screens, with links to increased rates of anxiety and depression.
A new CDC study reveals that half of American teens spend four or more hours each day on screens, with links to increased rates of anxiety and depression.
Let's talk skeletons for Halloween - mainly, how to care for our own
It is the season for skeletons, but in Health Works, let's examine how to keep our bones in tip-top shape.
It is the season for skeletons, but in Health Works, let's examine how to keep our bones in tip-top shape.
Cases in McDonald’s E. coli outbreak linked to slivered onions rise to 90
The number of E. coli cases linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders has climbed to at least 90, the FDA said.
The number of E. coli cases linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders has climbed to at least 90, the FDA said.
Mycoplasma pneumoniae or ‘walking pneumonia’: Symptoms, treatment information
Symptoms of pneumonia caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae are “typically gradual," the CDC says. It can include fever, a cough, and a sore throat.
Symptoms of pneumonia caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae are “typically gradual," the CDC says. It can include fever, a cough, and a sore throat.
Warmer temperatures lingering into fall means more allergies
Ragweed and pollen are two big allergens that are impacting many as the season shifts despite temperatures remaining warmer than usual.
Ragweed and pollen are two big allergens that are impacting many as the season shifts despite temperatures remaining warmer than usual.
Researchers targeting childhood heart disease with stem cells, AI
Researchers in the U.S. and Australia are ushering in a new era of pediatric medicine by using stem cells and AI to solve childhood heart disease.
Researchers in the U.S. and Australia are ushering in a new era of pediatric medicine by using stem cells and AI to solve childhood heart disease.
Lassa fever suspected in Iowa resident's death; CDC investigates rare case
A suspected case of Lassa fever has claimed the life of an Iowa resident who recently returned from West Africa, prompting an investigation.;
A suspected case of Lassa fever has claimed the life of an Iowa resident who recently returned from West Africa, prompting an investigation.;
Michigan hospitals and universities partner to reduce infant mortality
For the first time in Michigan, the state, its leading hospitals, and universities are teaming up with one simple objective: “to stop moms and babies from dying.”
For the first time in Michigan, the state, its leading hospitals, and universities are teaming up with one simple objective: “to stop moms and babies from dying.”
Most sleep experts favor the fall back from Daylight Savings Time,
This Sunday we fall back from Daylight Savings Time - as a result many of us may do better in the sleep department.
This Sunday we fall back from Daylight Savings Time - as a result many of us may do better in the sleep department.
Daylight saving time: When to change your clocks
Daylight saving time ends on Saturday, Nov. 3, 2024, when we will 'fall back' one hour.
Daylight saving time ends on Saturday, Nov. 3, 2024, when we will 'fall back' one hour.
CDC issues alert about 'walking pneumonia' in kids
A form of walking pneumonia is on the rise among children and the CDC says symptoms may include fever, cough, and wheezing.
A form of walking pneumonia is on the rise among children and the CDC says symptoms may include fever, cough, and wheezing.
Poor sleep quality linked to faster brain aging, study finds
New research highlights how poor sleep quality accelerates brain aging, showing the effects on cognitive health and offering tips for better sleep.
New research highlights how poor sleep quality accelerates brain aging, showing the effects on cognitive health and offering tips for better sleep.
McDonald’s E. coli outbreak: Taylor Farms says products safe
Taylor Farms, a California-based grower tied to a deadly E. coli outbreak involving McDonald’s Quarter Pounders, insists its products currently on the market are safe.
Taylor Farms, a California-based grower tied to a deadly E. coli outbreak involving McDonald’s Quarter Pounders, insists its products currently on the market are safe.
Pizza contaminated with THC; Wisconsin-based business issues apology
Pizzas made and sold at a Wisconsin shop were unintentionally contaminated with THC, the local health department announced on Thursday.
Pizzas made and sold at a Wisconsin shop were unintentionally contaminated with THC, the local health department announced on Thursday.
What an apple a day can do for your health
Michigan is in apple season and you know what they say when you eat one a day. Doctors talk about the health attributes of putting apples in your routine diet.
Michigan is in apple season and you know what they say when you eat one a day. Doctors talk about the health attributes of putting apples in your routine diet.
Fibroids are often misdiagnosed - here's what every woman needs to know
Fibroids are a chronic condition that is often overlooked and misdiagnosed. An expert from Corewell Health explains what we need to look for and who is most at risk.
Fibroids are a chronic condition that is often overlooked and misdiagnosed. An expert from Corewell Health explains what we need to look for and who is most at risk.
Detroit Free Press Marathon runner who suffered heart attack, thanks DMC for life-saving help
Vanderbush was running the Detroit Free Press Marathon on Sunday, but never made it to the finish line.
Vanderbush was running the Detroit Free Press Marathon on Sunday, but never made it to the finish line.
McDonald's E.coli outbreak kills 1, sickens dozens
The outbreak has been linked to Quarter Pounder hamburgers, according to the CDC.
The outbreak has been linked to Quarter Pounder hamburgers, according to the CDC.
Halloween season means candy - but does chocolate take a toll on your skin?
With Halloween around the corner, there?ll likely be plenty of chocolate around the house. Some say indulging in candy and other junk foods can cause pimples - but is there any truth to that?
With Halloween around the corner, there?ll likely be plenty of chocolate around the house. Some say indulging in candy and other junk foods can cause pimples - but is there any truth to that?
New stroke prevention guidelines released by American Stroke Association
The in the American Stroke Association's first update in a decade, experts focused on women’s health and lifestyle habits.
The in the American Stroke Association's first update in a decade, experts focused on women’s health and lifestyle habits.