Sharp surge in syphilis cases among US newborns sparks urgent call for testing and treatment
More than 3,700 babies were born with congenital syphilis in 2022 — 10 times more than a decade ago and a 32% increase from 2021.
More than 3,700 babies were born with congenital syphilis in 2022 — 10 times more than a decade ago and a 32% increase from 2021.
'Do Not Eat' advisory issued for deer near Northern Michigan marsh
The state health department issued a “Do Not Eat" advisory to hunters for an area of Northern Michigan.
The state health department issued a “Do Not Eat" advisory to hunters for an area of Northern Michigan.
Should your pet sleep in your bed?
A sleep medicine specialist weighs in on whether or not it is advisable to allow your pet to share your bed.
A sleep medicine specialist weighs in on whether or not it is advisable to allow your pet to share your bed.
Boxing serves as medicine for Parkinson's
You take music, motivation, and movement and it adds up to a pretty good dose of medicine for people impacted by Parkinson's Disease. Meet some of the people who have bought into the formula.
You take music, motivation, and movement and it adds up to a pretty good dose of medicine for people impacted by Parkinson's Disease. Meet some of the people who have bought into the formula.
High levels of 'fecal bacteria' close popular Lake Mead tourist spot, NPS says
Travelers headed to Lake Mead National Recreation Area in the U.S. Southwest may face closures in certain park areas "until further notice."
Travelers headed to Lake Mead National Recreation Area in the U.S. Southwest may face closures in certain park areas "until further notice."
These are some of the strange objects that get stuck in people's bodies, according to CDC data
"Foreign objects stuck in people’s bodies" were the 9th leading cause of unintentional injuries that led to emergency room visits in 2021, according to the CDC.
"Foreign objects stuck in people’s bodies" were the 9th leading cause of unintentional injuries that led to emergency room visits in 2021, according to the CDC.
FDA proposes ban on food additive found in some sodas, fruity sports drinks
Brominated vegetable oil was once more widely used in popular citrus drinks in the U.S., but has been slowly phased out amid potential health risks.
Brominated vegetable oil was once more widely used in popular citrus drinks in the U.S., but has been slowly phased out amid potential health risks.
Tropical skin disease carried by sand flies now in US
A recent study reveals the bite of a sand fly can cause a skin infection.
A recent study reveals the bite of a sand fly can cause a skin infection.
Eye drops sold at Walmart added to FDA's list of potentially harmful products
Walmart eye drops are the 27th concerning eye product on the FDA's list.
Walmart eye drops are the 27th concerning eye product on the FDA's list.
Multivitamins - do they work?
A hotly-debated issue among doctors and medical experts is multivitamins and whether they work. Here's what Dr. Mark Moyad of the University of Michigan has to say on them.
A hotly-debated issue among doctors and medical experts is multivitamins and whether they work. Here's what Dr. Mark Moyad of the University of Michigan has to say on them.
What's your risk for breast cancer?
The best place to start looking for your risk of breast cancer is the family tree. Dr. Dana Zakalik, a breast medical oncologist at Corewell Health, has more information.
The best place to start looking for your risk of breast cancer is the family tree. Dr. Dana Zakalik, a breast medical oncologist at Corewell Health, has more information.
Mother and daughter battle breast cancer together
Brenda Rushlow, a mother, and Pamela Haddox, her daughter, both have metastatic breast cancer. They're battling the illness together after receiving a diagnosis. Both women have found bright spots along the way.
Brenda Rushlow, a mother, and Pamela Haddox, her daughter, both have metastatic breast cancer. They're battling the illness together after receiving a diagnosis. Both women have found bright spots along the way.
Try not to eat all the candy this Halloween, here is why
Don't keep the candy in plain sight.
Don't keep the candy in plain sight.
'Fall back' this weekend for daylight saving time. Here’s what you need to know
In a few days, we’ll move our clocks back an hour to gain a little more sleep as part of the traditional time adjustment.
In a few days, we’ll move our clocks back an hour to gain a little more sleep as part of the traditional time adjustment.
St. Clair Shores mom in dire need of kidney after 2 years on waiting list
“Finding someone who would be able to donate would be fantastic," said Jennifer Latowski's husband of nearly 18 years, Eric.
“Finding someone who would be able to donate would be fantastic," said Jennifer Latowski's husband of nearly 18 years, Eric.
WanaBana fruit pouches found to have 'extremely high' levels of lead, FDA warns
The FDA urged parents and caregivers to test their children for lead if they consumed WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches.
The FDA urged parents and caregivers to test their children for lead if they consumed WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches.
Breast cancer breakthrough: AI predicts a third of cases prior to diagnosis in mammography study
Artificial intelligence predicted one-third of breast cancer cases prior to diagnosis in a new study from Norway. Experts weigh in on how this could impact the future of cancer care.
Artificial intelligence predicted one-third of breast cancer cases prior to diagnosis in a new study from Norway. Experts weigh in on how this could impact the future of cancer care.
A third of chocolate products have 'concerning levels' of heavy metals, Consumer Reports says
The National Confectioners Association said in response that both chocolate and cocoa “are safe to eat and can be enjoyed as treats as they have been for centuries."
The National Confectioners Association said in response that both chocolate and cocoa “are safe to eat and can be enjoyed as treats as they have been for centuries."
Doctors: What to know about preventing Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
While the exact cause of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome remains unknown, doctors emphasize the importance of familiarizing yourself with measures to prevent it.
While the exact cause of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome remains unknown, doctors emphasize the importance of familiarizing yourself with measures to prevent it.
Panera 'Charged Lemonade' blamed for Ivy League student's death in family lawsuit
The parents of a 21-year-old Ivy League student with a heart condition has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Panera Bread.
The parents of a 21-year-old Ivy League student with a heart condition has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Panera Bread.