Corewell Health expands into Detroit with full-service school clinic
Corewell Health opened a full-service health clinic inside Detroit Edison Public School Academy on Friday.
What does it mean to be 'California sober?’
The term “California sober" has been popularized by celebrities like Demi Lovato and Willie Nelson. What does it mean and is it a healthy approach to sobriety?
Childhood obesity is surging, pediatrician explains what parents should know
Kids learn by example they watch, and they emulate. All the more reason, Dr Tiffany Widner a pediatrician, says that adults need to talk more transparently at home about their lifestyle choices.
Google searches for 'sleep' reached all-time high in 2023, new study notes
More than one-third of U.S. adults said they slept worse in 2023 than in previous years, according to the Sleep Foundation. And one generation in particular was at the top of the list for sleep challenges.
Dementia among younger people is linked to 15 factors, major study reveals
Early-onset dementia has been on the rise in recent years, and a new study suggests there are a wide range of risk factors — some genetic, and some controlled through lifestyle changes.
Genetic screening tests can help families get treatment for birth defects, sometimes avoid them
Birth defects are the leading cause of infant mortality in the U.S. But awareness and screening can go a long way.
Family of brave 3-year-old battling brain cancer needs community's help
Eventually, doctors at Children’s Hospital of Michigan found a brain tumor and diagnosed Lily with - ATRT - a very rare brain cancer, amounting to just 10% of all brain cancers in children.
Meta to shield teens on Instagram, Facebook from self-harm, eating disorders content
Meta said Tuesday it will start hiding inappropriate content from teenagers' accounts on Instagram and Facebook, including posts about suicide, self-harm and eating disorders.
Social media warping kids' views of skin care, doctor says
All over the internet, young people can be found showing off their skin care routines for any and all who spend time on social media apps. But doctors and skin specialists worry it's doing more harm than good.
'Wolverine fans for life': Washington baby saved by U-M health team
As Michigan took on Washington in the college football national championship Monday night, Moore's son, Eligh repped the Wolverines after recently undergoing heart surgery.
Red Cross amid blood shortage: Donate for chance to win Super Bowl trip
The Red Cross is asking individuals to donate blood, platelets, or plasma in January for a chance to win a trip to the Super Bowl.
Michigan toddler rings bell after beating cancer
Kassidy Selman went through chemotherapy and a bone marrow transplant before she was victorious over a rare form of pediatric cancer. She had a giant smile on her face when she rang the bell.
Covid cases surge as some hospitals adjust policies and doctors advise vaccines
These increased numbers are getting the attention of hospitals across Metro Detroit.
Doctor says the surge in Covid, flu and RSV cases post-holidays can be helped by prevention
With more people gathering indoors due to cold temps transmission is high and the reality is it's hard to track people's every move.
Henry Ford Health, Black Mothers' Breastfeeding Association awarded $4.8M grant
Black women suffer higher mortality and increased rates of discomfort during childbirth than other groups - a gap the grant hopes to close.
Chesterfield kids diagnosed with rare genetic disorder struggling after car crash busts wheelchair
The family escaped with only bumps and bruises, but losing their wheelchair-accessible van has made life infinitely harder for the Hicks family that also already deals with so much.
Experts say syphilis cases are on rise in Michigan with surge in Detroit
Another contributing factor? The drug shortage that’s confronting the US.
RSV slows, but flu and COVID-19 cases are soaring
A surge in flu and COVID-19 illnesses has led to tens of thousands of hospitalizations near the end of 2023, the CDC reported in new data.
Mystery solved! Researchers crack code on why your urine is yellow
Researchers have cracked the code behind the yellow hue of urine. In a groundbreaking discovery, they identified the microbial enzyme responsible for this color.
Sterling Heights seniors offer wisdom for the new year
With 2024 right around the corner, FOX 2's Lauren Edwards sought advice from seniors, asking for some wisdom and insight on the best ways to live.