2024 Komen Race for the Cure Detroit is Sept. 14 where runners raise money - and hope

For more than 30 years, walkers, runners, and those touched by breast cancer have been taking part in Komen Race for the Cure. There may be many reasons people show up, but there's one mission.

2024 Komen Detroit Race for the Cure is Sept. 14
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There are many beautiful colors of fall - including Honolulu blue for the Lions - but another color comes to life pink, to fight breast cancer.

Herbal health supplements aren't always safe, doctors warn

Experts from University of Michigan Health say around 15 million Americans are regularly taking herbal supplements that in some cases, can damage the liver.

Herbal health supplements might not always be safe, doctors say
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There are more than 80,000 unique herbal and dietary supplements available on the market, with sales passing $50 billion in 2023.

Sleep doctor warns against setting more than one alarm for waking up
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How many alarms does it take to get you out of bed in the morning? Experts say if it's more than one -- you need to make some changes.

How standing desks can help improve students' focus
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Kids love fidgeting, and not all students participate in physical activities after school -- so standing desks in the classroom could help give them a boost of brain power.

How to avoid election-related stress
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One of the most common ways people tend to stress themselves out during an election is by imagining the worst-case scenario. Here are some tips on how to avoid that.

Health benefits of eating together as a family
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"No distractions is what we're looking for," Shanti Appelo, a health and wellness expert, said. ?No cell phones, no TVs. But really it's about sitting down together and talking.?

Keeping food safe during a power outage
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With DTE customers frequently losing power during storms, here are some things to know about keeping your food safe during a power outage.

Limiting screen time during homework
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"Two hours of recreational screen time is what we like to aim for," said Dr. Gina Robinson from Cleveland Clinic Children's.

How does heat impact students' ability to learn?
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The heat can sometimes affect students' ability to learn new information and focus in class. Kids do not handle the high temperatures as well as adults, and may not know what to do when they are not feeling well from high temperatures.

Dietitian has easy, healthy tips for packing lunches for back-to-school

"Protein is going to be so important to power them throughout the day," Appelo said. "It is so important to nourish their muscles, and their growing bodies."

Healthy tips for parents packing school lunches for the new year
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Back to school means for many of us, packing lunches for the kids. While some schools offer free lunch, sometimes it doesn't hurt to have that homemade touch.

Fall allergies are starting early - here's what you can do

Have you noticed a little sneezing, maybe some congestion? We're still in summer but fall allergies are showing up.

Fall allergies start early - here's what to do
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Have you noticed a little sneezing, maybe some congestion? We're still in summer but fall allergies are showing up.

How to spot back to school anxiety - and what you can do
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Anxiety is a big, umbrella term when it comes to kids returning to school. A lot can trigger those anxious emotions - social situations, bullying, academic challenges.

Trinity pediatrician has tips for getting kids sleeping enough for back-to-school
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How do you make that shift? Setting alarms, getting up early and making sure they're not too tired. Doctor Stephanie Tarnacki, a pediatrician with Trinity Health, stopped by to talk shut-eye.