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?
How to keep your cholesterol in check this summer
Your summer BBQs are likely full of foods that can increase your cholesterol, so knowing your levels is important.
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.
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.
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.
Detroit Riverwalkers free wellness program for 50+ resumes this week
Detroit Riverwalkers offers fitness classes, giveaways, blood pressure screenings, and more twice a week.
Detroit Riverwalkers offers fitness classes, giveaways, blood pressure screenings, and more twice a week.
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.
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
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.
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.
Don't forget the bug spray - Jamestown Canyon virus detected in Michigan mosquito sample
Jamestown Canyon virus (JCV), a virus that can make people sick, was detected in a mosquito sample taken in Saginaw County.
Jamestown Canyon virus (JCV), a virus that can make people sick, was detected in a mosquito sample taken in Saginaw County.
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.
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."
“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.
"If you do rapid CPR, get to them quickly, and start CPR - you can actually improve their survival double, if not triple," Fuller said.
ADA ambassador talks living with diabetes since 7 years old, taking control of her health
There was a time when living with diabetes was a death sentence but not if you take control of your life and your health.
There was a time when living with diabetes was a death sentence but not if you take control of your life and your health.