Study finds drinking water from nearly half of US faucets contains PFAS - What it means for health
In a nationwide study by the U.S. Geological Survey, researchers found that drinking water from nearly half of the faucets in the United States contains “forever chemicals," known as PFAS.
Feds: Stop making marijuana edibles that look like kids’ snacks
Federal officials issued a letter to six companies selling cannabis products warning them that kids may confuse their goods for snacks.
Rabies found in Oakland County stray kitten
Pet owners are urged to vaccinate their animals after a kitten infected with rabies was found in Oakland County last month.
Drinking water from nearly half of US faucets contains PFAS, study says
PFAS chemicals have been linked in animal studies to some cancers, including kidney and testicular, plus issues such as high blood pressure and low birth weight.
15 beaches closed in Oakland County due to bacteria
Several lakes in and around Oakland County had high levels of bacteria detected during weekly monitoring.
Ohio researchers develop new breed of honeybees to fight parasites
Central State University's breeding program aims to create worker bees with smaller mandibles known as 'Ohio Mite Biters.'
Mosquito carrying Eastern Equine Encephalitis found in Michigan
Eastern Equine Encephalitis can be deadly to those who contract the disease and get sick. In 2020, two people died from the illness.
Ticks use static electricity to latch on to you from afar, researchers find
Ticks can't jump or fly onto their hosts, but static electricity gives them a boost, researchers have found.
Air Quality Alert extended into weekend for Southeast Michigan
Clouds and rain, both expected in the forecast this weekend, could reduce the contaminants in the air.
Avalon Healing Center opens for sexual assault survivors in Detroit
Michigan is ranked second in the country in sexual assaults - but now there are more resources for survivors.
Cancer survivor raises money for research at Motor City Mile Swim
It’s work that’s near and dear to Julie Brabbs' heart. Not only is she the executive director of University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center, she herself was diagnosed with cancer back in 2015.
Fans brave poor air quality, venture to Rocket Mortgage Classic
Amid poor air quality alerts, warnings to wear a mask, and the eerie haze soaking in Metro Detroit, people braved the outdoors Thursday in search of some fun.
First AI-generated drug enters human clinical trials, targeting chronic lung disease patients
The drug is being tested to treat idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a rare, progressive type of chronic lung disease.
Smoke from Canada wildfires increasing health risks in Black, poorer communities in US
The smoke is impacting air quality issues for poor and Black communities that already are more likely to live near polluting plants and in rental housing with mold.
Southeast Michigan Air Quality alert continues Thursday; people advised to limit time outside still
As the Air Quality Alert remains in effect Thursday for Southeast Michigan, it's advised that people limit their time outside, while those with certain health conditions avoid the outdoors completely.
See foam in the water? Michigan health department wants you to avoid it
With the summer season kicking into gear, so will a higher chance of people coming into contact with foam - and the potential forever chemicals hiding in it.
Rochester Hills postpones fireworks show due to air quality
The city of Rochester Hills has postponed its annual fireworks show due to poor air quality in the state from the Canadian wildfires.
Michigan Air Quality Alert extended through Thursday due to wildfire smoke
An Air Quality Alert remains in effect for Michigan through Thursday due to wildfire smoke coming from Canada.
Air Quality Alert in effect in Southeast Michigan -- What the AQI colors mean
In the Detroit area, the Environmental Protection Agency's Air Quality Index (AQI) has been between Orange (unhealthy for sensitive groups) and Purple (very unhealthy) with some areas occasionally moving into the Maroon (hazardous) level on Wednesday. Here's what that means for your health:
Over 80 million under thick haze from Chicago to DC as Canadian wildfire smoke pours across US
Smoke from the Canadian wildfires is pouring into major metro areas in the Great Lakes region, including Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit, Cleveland and Indianapolis.