Study: There is no safe level of smoking

If you're an occasional smoker, some eye-opening research just came out that says you're still substantially raising your health risks.

National Steak and Poultry recalls nearly 2M pounds of chicken

After initially recalling 17,349 pounds of chicken, Oklahoma-based National Steak and Poultry has expanded its announcement to include an additional 1,976,089 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken that may be undercooked.

Germaphobes rejoice, Mich. man invents Kooty Key

Germs lurk on every surface we touch, from the credit card machines in the checkout line to handles on the bathroom door. But now, a Michigan man has a new invention to help keep your hands clean -- the Kooty Key.

Baby wakes from coma days after doctors wanted to pull life support

In September, doctors told 1-year-old Marwa’s parents that their little girl was facing impending death and put her in an induced coma. On Nov. 22, just as doctors were preparing to end her life support, the girl awoke.

Monica Gayle shares her thyroid health scare found after a slip and fall

After a couple weeks off, Monica Gayle is back after a health scare. She slipped a fell a few weeks back, which turned out to be a blessing in disguise. 

5 Heart Healthy Choices for Thanksgiving

Cardiologist, Dr.Joel Kahn shares a few ways to make your Thanksgiving Day a little more heart healthy. 

Boy nearly drowns after breathing helium in swimming pool

Two central Florida parents have a warning for parents everywhere after a party trick nearly caused their 10-year-old son to drown. 

Georgia mom talks about life with a 'micro preemie'

LaTia and Robert Whisby’s baby girl Talia was born with the odds stacked against her. 

Trips to the ER while on vacation more common than you think

This is one of the busiest travel times of the year, and whether you're going to visit family or take a trip to the beach, there's a chance your vacation might include a stop in the emergency room.

The Doctor Is In: Alzheimer's Disease & Caregiving

Join Deena Centofanti and two Geriatric doctors from Beaumont Health Wednesday, as they discuss dementia, Alzheimer's disease and the struggle of caring for loved ones affected by it. 

The Doctor Is In: Digestive Problems & Disorders

Experts from Henry Ford Health help keep our GI health in tact this holiday season.

How a chemical foam is being used to treat varicose veins

He's spent years on the ice, and it's taken a toll on a part of his body that's a little surprising -- his veins. 

Michigan considers lead screening of all young children

Michigan, where a man-made water crisis is still roiling one of its biggest cities, will consider requiring all infants and toddlers to be tested for lead poisoning as part of an initiative to eradicate children's exposure to the neurotoxin statewide.

Stress and risk of developing type-2 diabetes linked

If you take a look at Michigan, you'll find we have a big challenge when it comes to the prevalence of type 2 diabetes and of pre-diabetes.

Johanna is allergic to everything, including her own husband

Imagine being allergic to just about everything; so much so you have to live in isolation. That’s the life of 29-year old Johanna Watkins, who has been living within the confines of a master bedroom 24/7 for about a year now.