RSV cases surging in children leaving shortage of pediatric beds at hospitals
"It can be thought of as almost a common cold virus," said Dr. Matthew Denenberg. "The problem is, it comes on and it can affect a lot of people really fast, which is what it's doing this year."
"It can be thought of as almost a common cold virus," said Dr. Matthew Denenberg. "The problem is, it comes on and it can affect a lot of people really fast, which is what it's doing this year."
Forcing a smile might put you in a better mood, research suggests
The new research, led by a scientist at Stanford, may tell us “something fundamentally important” about how human emotions work.
The new research, led by a scientist at Stanford, may tell us “something fundamentally important” about how human emotions work.
Potentially deadly fungal infections climb during COVID pandemic, WHO says
Health officials say the increase is "a public health concern worldwide."
Health officials say the increase is "a public health concern worldwide."
How to spot warning signs of a stroke - when every minute counts
The medical condition doesn't discriminate. It has happened to high-profile politicians like Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman - who is running for US Senate, and Metro Detroit healthcare worker Donulaé Knuckles.
The medical condition doesn't discriminate. It has happened to high-profile politicians like Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman - who is running for US Senate, and Metro Detroit healthcare worker Donulaé Knuckles.
China begins administering oral COVID-19 vaccine
The needle-free vaccine is a mist that gets sucked in through the mouth.
The needle-free vaccine is a mist that gets sucked in through the mouth.
Clocking in more hours at a stressful job raises risk of depression, study finds
Researchers from the University of Michigan collected data from first-year medical residents and discovered that those who worked longer hours had three times the risk for depression.
Researchers from the University of Michigan collected data from first-year medical residents and discovered that those who worked longer hours had three times the risk for depression.
Doctors warn of possible 'tridemic' this winter with Covid, the flu and RSV
It's when coronavirus, the flu and RSV - a common respiratory virus, all peak at the same time, and that possibility has hospitals across the country on high alert. This includes medical systems right here in southeast Michigan.
It's when coronavirus, the flu and RSV - a common respiratory virus, all peak at the same time, and that possibility has hospitals across the country on high alert. This includes medical systems right here in southeast Michigan.
Michigan man dies from ‘flesh-eating’ bacteria after helping in Hurricane Ian recovery
James Hewitt rushed to help his friend in Florida after Hurricane Ian leveled parts of the state, but his fiancée says he was unaware of the dangers of infection.
James Hewitt rushed to help his friend in Florida after Hurricane Ian leveled parts of the state, but his fiancée says he was unaware of the dangers of infection.
New COVID subvariants are resisting immunity and treatments. Should you be worried?
Emerging Omicron subvariants XBB, BQ.1, and BQ1.1 are likely resistant to some of the top drugs used to treat COVID-19 infections, experts warn.
Emerging Omicron subvariants XBB, BQ.1, and BQ1.1 are likely resistant to some of the top drugs used to treat COVID-19 infections, experts warn.
Diabetes-related weight loss drugs facing supply issues amid viral trend
Recently, billionaire Elon Musk admitted to using Wegovy to help him lose weight.
Recently, billionaire Elon Musk admitted to using Wegovy to help him lose weight.
CDC’s Dr. Walensky tests positive for COVID-19
Dr. Walensky, who is up-to-date with vaccination, is experiencing mild symptoms, the CDC said.
Dr. Walensky, who is up-to-date with vaccination, is experiencing mild symptoms, the CDC said.
Study: Pandemic may have altered personality, making young adults more neurotic, less agreeable
The research found that the pandemic made U.S. adults under 30 "moodier and more prone to stress, less cooperative and trusting, and less restrained and responsible."
The research found that the pandemic made U.S. adults under 30 "moodier and more prone to stress, less cooperative and trusting, and less restrained and responsible."
Young boy dies after contracting brain-eating amoeba after swimming in Lake Mead
A juvenile has died from a brain-eating amoeba after swimming in Lake Mead earlier this month. Health officials are saying the death was rare.
A juvenile has died from a brain-eating amoeba after swimming in Lake Mead earlier this month. Health officials are saying the death was rare.
Residents near Detroit Stellantis plant demand environmental leaders take more action against pollution
Residents living near the Stellantis plant in Detroit want the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) to take more action against pollution.
Residents living near the Stellantis plant in Detroit want the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) to take more action against pollution.
COVID-19 linked to increase in pregnancy-related deaths in the US
COVID-19 drove a dramatic increase in the number of women who died from pregnancy or childbirth complications in the U.S. last year, a crisis that has disproportionately claimed Black and Hispanic women as victims.
COVID-19 drove a dramatic increase in the number of women who died from pregnancy or childbirth complications in the U.S. last year, a crisis that has disproportionately claimed Black and Hispanic women as victims.
Good sleep is an integral part of heart health, research says
The American Heart Association added sleep duration to its checklist of factors for heart disease, and a recently-published study underscores the importance of getting good rest.
The American Heart Association added sleep duration to its checklist of factors for heart disease, and a recently-published study underscores the importance of getting good rest.
Metro Detroit father battling extremely rare case of West Nile virus
A Metro Detroit man is fighting for his life after he contracted an extremely rare form of West Nile virus from a mosquito bite.
A Metro Detroit man is fighting for his life after he contracted an extremely rare form of West Nile virus from a mosquito bite.
Lawrence Tech professor seeks kidney donor and awareness through billboard
"Until they call me up and say ‘hey, by the way, we got a donor they're ready to go' I won't know," said Schneider.
"Until they call me up and say ‘hey, by the way, we got a donor they're ready to go' I won't know," said Schneider.
Eastpointe offering free filters after high lead levels discovered in water
Eastpointe residents can get free water filters after high levels of lead were discovered during testing at some sites.
Eastpointe residents can get free water filters after high levels of lead were discovered during testing at some sites.
Teal pumpkins: They’re not just for decoration
Spread a little food allergy awareness and inclusion this year by displaying a teal pumpkin on your doorstep.
Spread a little food allergy awareness and inclusion this year by displaying a teal pumpkin on your doorstep.