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.

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.

How to find the best flip-flops
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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.

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.

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.

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?

How to keep your cholesterol in check this summer
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Your summer BBQs are likely full of foods that can increase your cholesterol, so knowing your levels is important.

Doctors warn that wildfire smoke causes 'accelerated skin aging'

Recent Canadian wildfires sent air quality into the dangerous zone for cities up and down the East Coast and the Great Lakes. That pollution can take a toll on your skin now and in the future.

Frozen fruit sold at Costco recalled amid outbreak of hepatitis A infections

Check your freezer: Packages of Wawona Frozen Foods' Organic DayBreak Blend "may have the potential to be contaminated with hepatitis A," federal health officials warned.

Community supports Chesterfield police officer who was fired after sharing mental health struggles

Supporters filled a fundraiser at New Baltimore's Arctic Circle Brewing Co. on Monday to support a former Chesterfield Township police officer who was fired after coming forward with PTSD struggles.

Men's Health Week: Check your waist to height ratio
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A good start to getting your health in check is seeing what your waist to height ratio is. Ideally, your waist size should be less than half your height.

Social media users share creative tips to make DIY air purifiers to filter out wildfire smoke

Searches for “air purifiers" are spiking on Google as TikTok and Facebook users share tips for building a DIY air purifier as smoke from wildfires in Canada blanket parts of the East Coast.

Oakland County Sheriff says suicide calls have surged recently - especially in past 2 days

“Every day, multiple calls a day," said Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard. “One of the individuals we were able to take to a hospital to get committal and hopefully get into treatment. I think so many people are struggling on so many levels."

Cardiologist shows importance of mouthless CPR

"If you do rapid CPR, get to them quickly, and start CPR - you can actually improve their survival double, if not triple," Fuller said.