Air pollution from wildfires linked to dementia cases, study says
Particulate pollution comes from several sources, not just wildfires, but the study identified particulates from wildfires and agriculture as the sources linked to dementia cases.
Particulate pollution comes from several sources, not just wildfires, but the study identified particulates from wildfires and agriculture as the sources linked to dementia cases.
Federal commission finalizes ban of inclined infant sleepers, crib bumpers
Consumer Product Safety Commission takes finals steps to prohibit the sale of inclined sleepers and crib bumpers in the U.S.
Consumer Product Safety Commission takes finals steps to prohibit the sale of inclined sleepers and crib bumpers in the U.S.
New school year, new sleep habits for kids and high teens
School is back in session and returning to the sleep schedule can be a challenge. Here's how to get you and your family back on track and why it's so important for your child.
School is back in session and returning to the sleep schedule can be a challenge. Here's how to get you and your family back on track and why it's so important for your child.
First drugs picked to be targeted for Medicare price negotiations
President Joe Biden's administration released a list of 10 drugs for which the federal government will take a first-ever step: negotiating drug prices directly with the manufacturer.
President Joe Biden's administration released a list of 10 drugs for which the federal government will take a first-ever step: negotiating drug prices directly with the manufacturer.
3M likely to settle for nearly $5.5B in earplugs case after hearing-loss complaints
The earplugs were created to protect a person from hearing loud noises while allowing them to hear voices softer noises
The earplugs were created to protect a person from hearing loud noises while allowing them to hear voices softer noises
ADHD drug shortage could make back-to-school season challenging, expert says: ‘Widespread impact'
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) first announced the medication shortage in October 2022.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) first announced the medication shortage in October 2022.
Biden plans to request more funding for new COVID-19 vaccine
President Joe Biden said Friday that he is planning to request more money from Congress to develop another new coronavirus vaccine, as scientists track new waves and hospitalizations rise, though not like before.
President Joe Biden said Friday that he is planning to request more money from Congress to develop another new coronavirus vaccine, as scientists track new waves and hospitalizations rise, though not like before.
Study suggests screen time for toddlers linked to developmental delays
Researchers found that young children exposed to too much screen time were at a higher risk for delays, including communication skills.
Researchers found that young children exposed to too much screen time were at a higher risk for delays, including communication skills.
Which arm receives COVID-19 booster may make a difference, study finds
Researchers in Germany analyzed data from more than 300 people who received the COVID-19 vaccine, along with a booster dose.
Researchers in Germany analyzed data from more than 300 people who received the COVID-19 vaccine, along with a booster dose.
Woman who lost sight, smell, and hearing to domestic violence gets new audio aids
A doctor called Colleen Scott a "living miracle" after surviving 38 years without her senses. The cameras were on when her hearing was restored.
A doctor called Colleen Scott a "living miracle" after surviving 38 years without her senses. The cameras were on when her hearing was restored.
FDA approves first RSV vaccine for pregnant people and newborns
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) just approved Abrysvo, the first vaccine for pregnant individuals to prevent respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections in infants up to 6 months old.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) just approved Abrysvo, the first vaccine for pregnant individuals to prevent respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections in infants up to 6 months old.
More younger people are receiving cancer diagnoses, study finds — especially this type
The increase in early-onset cancers is likely associated with the increasing incidence of obesity as well as changes in environmental exposures, study authors noted.
The increase in early-onset cancers is likely associated with the increasing incidence of obesity as well as changes in environmental exposures, study authors noted.
30 rabies cases reported in Michigan
Bats, skunks, and one stray cat make up the cases reported in Metro Detroit and around the state.
Bats, skunks, and one stray cat make up the cases reported in Metro Detroit and around the state.
Binge drinking, marijuana use reached record highs in middle-aged adults, study finds
Researchers found that binge drinking, marijuana use, and hallucinogen consumption reached record levels among adults between the ages of 35 and 50.
Researchers found that binge drinking, marijuana use, and hallucinogen consumption reached record levels among adults between the ages of 35 and 50.
Experts: Parents need child vaccinations on their back-to-school checklist
The new school year is almost here and health officials are urging parents to consider getting their kids up-to-date on their shots.
The new school year is almost here and health officials are urging parents to consider getting their kids up-to-date on their shots.
Amid falling vaccination rates, Michigan doctors implore parents to inoculate kids ahead of school
Fewer kids are getting their full recommended series of shots, which is opening up some communities to greater risks of influenza, measles, mumps, and rubella.
Fewer kids are getting their full recommended series of shots, which is opening up some communities to greater risks of influenza, measles, mumps, and rubella.
New warning for parents: 'High Light' vape pens look like markers
They say they "specialize in creating innovative and discreet vaping solutions” including “a disposable vape that looks like a highlighter.”
They say they "specialize in creating innovative and discreet vaping solutions” including “a disposable vape that looks like a highlighter.”
A pig's kidney worked normally in a donated human body for over a month, doctors say
The experiment at NYU Langone Health marks the longest a pig kidney has functioned in a person, albeit a deceased one.
The experiment at NYU Langone Health marks the longest a pig kidney has functioned in a person, albeit a deceased one.
Children's Hospital of Michigan opens new heart clinic in Troy
Children's Hospital of Michigan expands its heart clinic to its Troy location, giving families a potential life-saving option.
Children's Hospital of Michigan expands its heart clinic to its Troy location, giving families a potential life-saving option.
MDHHS alerts residents to be aware of legionellosis
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is reminding residents to be aware of legionellosis, a respiratory infection caused by Legionella bacteria.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is reminding residents to be aware of legionellosis, a respiratory infection caused by Legionella bacteria.