Macomb County proposes mental health jail intake facility for those who need help
Officials in Macomb County are working to help arrestees who may be struggling with mental health, substance abuse, and other issues. The plan is a new jail intake facility where people will be evaluated after their arrest.
Cluster of brain infections left children ‘incredibly sick’: CDC monitoring
Before 2022, Clark County, Nevada, averaged about 5 pediatric brain abscesses a year. Last year, there were 17.
Study shows promising results with experimental skin patch to treat toddlers highly allergic to peanuts
A new study finds an experimental skin patch shows promise to treat toddlers who are highly allergic to peanuts.
FDA panel backs Opill over-the-counter birth control
Federal health advisers are recommending that a decades-old birth control pill be sold without a prescription.
Expiring Covid public health emergency will affect access to Medicaid, over-the-counter tests
Despite Covid remaining a deadly illness for hundreds of Michigan residents every month, the government is rolling back its emergency health order. It could have big implications for the state.
Groundbreaking vaccine trial aims to prevent cancers associated with Lynch syndrome
Lynch syndrome affects 1 in 279 individuals, or an estimated 1.1 million people in the United States.
AI may help shorten workouts to 20 minutes and still unlock 'fountain of youth'
The Exercise Coach is revolutionizing workout routines, including intense workouts that last only 20 minutes.
Rochelle Walensky, CDC director, submits resignation
Dr. Rochelle Walensky says the waning of the COVID-19 pandemic is a good time to make a transition.
Artificial intelligence helping detect early signs of breast cancer in some US hospitals
Some hospitals have seen a 23% increase in breast cancer diagnoses since utilizing AI technology.
Healthy Heart Project: Get a free health screening this weekend
Ascension Providence Hospitals around Michigan are offering free heart health screenings to help you know your numbers.
Hygienist takes her dental care on the road around Detroit
Everyone knows when the 'teeth lady' has arrived by her iconic teal-colored van. Inside is everything a hygienist would need for teeth care on the go.
Detroit school closes for week after flu outbreak, kindergartner death
Among the symptoms that students exhibited were high rates of fever and vomiting.
Spike in flu cases closes Detroit school
Marcus Garvey Academy in Detroit is closed until next week for a flu outbreak as an environmental cleaning crew cleans the building.
Why regular blood sugar screenings are important
Elevated blood sugar can lead to diabetes and impact your entire body, meaning that regular blood sugar screenings are important.
When you should get blood sugar checked
High blood sugar can lead to diabetes, which can then impact your entire body.
1st vaccine for RSV approved by FDA
The U.S. has approved the first vaccine for RSV, shots to protect older adults.
Jamie Foxx breaks silence amid mystery ‘medical complication’
Jamie Foxx has spoken out for the first time since suffering a "medical complication" in April.
World Asthma Day spotlights detection, treatment of condition in children
About 8 percent of children in America have asthma - but the number is higher in Metro Detroit. "In Detroit you’re looking at twice that rate," said Dr. Pavadee Poowuttikul.
Do you know your number? Blood pressure can be a silent killer, make sure yours is in the healthy range
Blood pressure measures how easily your heart is pumping blood through a network of tiny arteries. When it's high, picture too much water being forced through a skinny hose.
Melanoma Monday: Your skin tells a story of sun damage, early detection is key
Those carefree moments in the sun eventually leaves a permanent trail of clues - there are moles, or are they freckles, or are they just brown spots? And the biggest question is, are they cancerous?