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.
Commerce Township man's incurable diagnosis won't stop his love of golf
Jason Rose was diagnosed with HSAN1, a rare neurological disorder, 15 years ago. Even as he loses his mobility, he's won't stop playing the sport he loves.
Jason Rose was diagnosed with HSAN1, a rare neurological disorder, 15 years ago. Even as he loses his mobility, he's won't stop playing the sport he loves.
Do Not Eat Fish: MDHHS advises against eating fish from these rivers and lakes due to chemicals
The health department also advises against eating too many servings of smelt from certain Great Lakes. See the full list here.
The health department also advises against eating too many servings of smelt from certain Great Lakes. See the full list here.
Bike safety rules to remember as transportation network in Metro Detroit grows
We're talking about transportation planning and keeping everyone safe, no matter what mode of transportation is being used.
We're talking about transportation planning and keeping everyone safe, no matter what mode of transportation is being used.
The amount of sleep children get impacts their development
Dr. Asha Shajahan of Corewell Health talks to us about the importance for children to get the right amount of sleep.
Dr. Asha Shajahan of Corewell Health talks to us about the importance for children to get the right amount of sleep.
More walking helps against type of heart condition
You may want to add a step counter in your daily routine - Deena Centofanti explains why.
You may want to add a step counter in your daily routine - Deena Centofanti explains why.
Disney star Raven-Symoné suffered seizure after getting plastic surgery before turning 18
After facing much criticism for her weight over the years, the Disney child star admitted she got two breast reductions and liposuction before the age of 18.
After facing much criticism for her weight over the years, the Disney child star admitted she got two breast reductions and liposuction before the age of 18.
Two workers diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease at Stellantis truck plant
Two workers at a Stellantis truck plant in Warren have been diagnosed with Legionnaires disease.
Two workers at a Stellantis truck plant in Warren have been diagnosed with Legionnaires disease.
FDA approves first pill for postpartum depression
For the first time ever, the FDA has approved a pill to help women suffering from postpartum depression, a condition that affects thousands of new mothers in the U.S. each year.
For the first time ever, the FDA has approved a pill to help women suffering from postpartum depression, a condition that affects thousands of new mothers in the U.S. each year.
Supermodel Bella Hadid shares Lyme disease battle: 'Invisible suffering'
Lyme disease has affected Hadid, her mother, Yolanda, and brother Anwar.
Lyme disease has affected Hadid, her mother, Yolanda, and brother Anwar.
CDC recommends RSV shots to protect babies from illness
RSV is the leading cause of infant hospitalization, according to the CDC.
RSV is the leading cause of infant hospitalization, according to the CDC.
1st pill for postpartum depression approved by FDA
Federal health officials have approved the first pill to specifically treat depression after childbirth.
Federal health officials have approved the first pill to specifically treat depression after childbirth.