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.
Smoke from the Canadian wildfires is pouring into major metro areas in the Great Lakes region, including Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit, Cleveland and Indianapolis.
Detroit air quality ranks among worst in world - How to protect yourself
Air quality in the Metro Detroit area is some of the worst in the world. On Wednesday morning, Detroit was moving between the second and third position on the list of cities with the worst air quality, due to wildfire smoke.
Air quality in the Metro Detroit area is some of the worst in the world. On Wednesday morning, Detroit was moving between the second and third position on the list of cities with the worst air quality, due to wildfire smoke.
Fungal meningitis outbreak linked to Mexico clinics kills 6
U.S. health officials say the death toll from an outbreak of fungal meningitis tied to surgical procedures in a city along the U.S.-Mexico border has risen to six.
U.S. health officials say the death toll from an outbreak of fungal meningitis tied to surgical procedures in a city along the U.S.-Mexico border has risen to six.
Children's Hospital 1st to offer blood disorder treatment removing need for transfusions
Children’s Hospital of Michigan is now the first and only center in Michigan, and the 10th center in the country to offer an FDA-approved gene therapy product as a potentially curative option for thalassemia," said Dr. Alexander Glaros.
Children’s Hospital of Michigan is now the first and only center in Michigan, and the 10th center in the country to offer an FDA-approved gene therapy product as a potentially curative option for thalassemia," said Dr. Alexander Glaros.
Thousands of unauthorized vapes pouring into US despite FDA crackdown
The number of different e-cigarette devices sold in the U.S. has nearly tripled to over 9,000, despite a three-year effort by the FDA to crack down on kid-friendly flavors.
The number of different e-cigarette devices sold in the U.S. has nearly tripled to over 9,000, despite a three-year effort by the FDA to crack down on kid-friendly flavors.
Firework safety tips
Emergency room doctors see patients for firework injuries all summer, especially as Fourth of July celebrations ramp up. Be sure you are following safety measures to avoid a visit to the ER this holiday.
Emergency room doctors see patients for firework injuries all summer, especially as Fourth of July celebrations ramp up. Be sure you are following safety measures to avoid a visit to the ER this holiday.
Free annual health screening catches aggressive cancer in 58-year-old man
In 2017, Bob Gardella was inspired to attend a free health screening at Ford Field. Four years later, it would save his life.
In 2017, Bob Gardella was inspired to attend a free health screening at Ford Field. Four years later, it would save his life.
How a health screening saved a Metro Detroit man's life
Bob Gardella was inspired to get a check on his health in 2017 after seeing free screenings offered at Ford Field. Four years later, it would save his life.
Bob Gardella was inspired to get a check on his health in 2017 after seeing free screenings offered at Ford Field. Four years later, it would save his life.
Firework safety tips: How to avoid injury while celebrating Fourth of July
Fireworks, while fun, can be extremely dangerous if safety tips aren't followed. A doctor provided safety tips for using both fireworks and sparklers this holiday.
Fireworks, while fun, can be extremely dangerous if safety tips aren't followed. A doctor provided safety tips for using both fireworks and sparklers this holiday.
Woman saves dog's life 2 days after seeing video about pet CPR -- How to learn lifesaving procedure
After seeing a video about pet CPR, a woman learned more about the procedure, a move that helped her save her beloved dog's life. An Ypsilanti Township pet groomer is offering CPR classes that will teach you the procedure, along with other skills that could save your cat or dog's life.
After seeing a video about pet CPR, a woman learned more about the procedure, a move that helped her save her beloved dog's life. An Ypsilanti Township pet groomer is offering CPR classes that will teach you the procedure, along with other skills that could save your cat or dog's life.
3M settles 'forever chemicals' water pollution lawsuit for $10B
Chemicals manufacturer 3M announced that it has reached a $10.3 billion settlement with U.S. public water suppliers that have detected PFAs – known as "forever chemicals" – in their drinking water.
Chemicals manufacturer 3M announced that it has reached a $10.3 billion settlement with U.S. public water suppliers that have detected PFAs – known as "forever chemicals" – in their drinking water.
Study: Gas stoves can raise indoor levels of benzene to above what’s found in secondhand smoke
A Stanford study found that cooking with gas stoves can raise indoor levels of the carcinogen benzene in homes. Benzene has been linked to a higher risk of leukemia and other blood cell cancers.
A Stanford study found that cooking with gas stoves can raise indoor levels of the carcinogen benzene in homes. Benzene has been linked to a higher risk of leukemia and other blood cell cancers.
FDA warns stores to stop selling disposable e-cigarettes including top seller Elf Bar
U.S. regulators have sent warning letters to dozens of retailers selling fruity disposable electronic cigarettes, including the current best-selling brand, Elf Bar.
U.S. regulators have sent warning letters to dozens of retailers selling fruity disposable electronic cigarettes, including the current best-selling brand, Elf Bar.
How to find the best flip-flops
When you head to the store to get a new pair of flip-flops, spending a bit extra money may be worth it to keep your feet supported and comfortable.
When you head to the store to get a new pair of flip-flops, spending a bit extra money may be worth it to keep your feet supported and comfortable.
Your dog may have ‘better health’ outcome if it has a friend, study finds
A new study conducted by researchers from the Dog Aging Project reveals the positive impact of companionship from other dogs on a pet's health and survival.
A new study conducted by researchers from the Dog Aging Project reveals the positive impact of companionship from other dogs on a pet's health and survival.
Michigan's second breast milk bank now open
There are only 30 accredited milk banks open in the U.S.
There are only 30 accredited milk banks open in the U.S.
Clarkston wellness center tackles depression, insomnia with echo of brain waves
One man who had struggled with sleep for eight years found himself resting through the night after a procedure.
One man who had struggled with sleep for eight years found himself resting through the night after a procedure.
West Nile virus cases, positive samples detected across the country
In Iowa, the Department of Health and Human Services announced Friday that the first case of West Nile virus infection was reported this year in an older adult — age 61-80 years — from Plymouth County.
In Iowa, the Department of Health and Human Services announced Friday that the first case of West Nile virus infection was reported this year in an older adult — age 61-80 years — from Plymouth County.
Suicides and homicides among young people spiked early in pandemic, study says
Experts cited several potential reasons for the increases in suicides and homicides, including higher rates of depression, limited availability of mental health services, and the number of guns in homes.
Experts cited several potential reasons for the increases in suicides and homicides, including higher rates of depression, limited availability of mental health services, and the number of guns in homes.
Indulging in summer BBQs could come with a hidden risk - cholesterol
Summer is the perfect season for outdoor BBQs, but did you know that your favorite grilled meats could increase your cholesterol levels?
Summer is the perfect season for outdoor BBQs, but did you know that your favorite grilled meats could increase your cholesterol levels?