Ways to cut back on calories - and still enjoy Thanksgiving

Dr. Lucas from Henry Ford Health, says there are ways to cut back on the calories and still enjoy the feast. You can also make healthy adjustments while cooking in the kitchen.

What you need to know about type 2 diabetes

Losing weight, eating healthy, and exercising are all steps you can take to reduce your chances of developing type two diabetes.

The link between weight and type 2 diabetes
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Your risk for type two diabetes can be managed. Recognizing the link between weight and the disease is important as we head into the holiday season.

Metro Detroit men raise $100,000 to help cure dystonia
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Two men raised thousands of dollars to help support the research of a rare neurological movement disorder.

Post-Halloween, here's how to control candy cravings

You've probably got a stash of candy and maybe you're trying to figure out how to limit the daily intake for you or the kids. Here is some advice for all of us.

How to handle all that extra candy
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You've probably got a stash of candy and maybe you're trying to figure out how to limit the daily intake for you or the kids.

Woman loses second battle with breast cancer but her family continues the fight at Making Strides

It seems only fitting to go back to that moment in 2019 and listen to Debra's message. "Stop putting off stuff, that is one of the big things that I've learned," she said then. "I don't put off anything anymore. If I decide to do something I go ahead and do it. Because I just never know what the future holds."

Beaumont doctor explains all adults are increased risk of Covid, even with a vaccine
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When General Colin Powell died from COVID-19, it sent shockwaves as the former leader was fully vaccinated. But the 84-year-old had other health conditions besides COVID-19. Beaumont's infectious disease researcher Dr. Matthew Sims explains that all older adults are at an increased risk of catching the virus, regardless of vaccination status.

Website collects $5 donations to fight dystonia - the rare disorder that disrupts brain, body

Jay Dunn, 43, does not want help as he slowly slides out of the truck. He wants to show us that he can still walk, even as he battles his body with every step. It's not easy, but after being diagnosed with dystonia at the age of 6 years of age, nothing for Jay has been easy.

Website of $5 donations helps those battling dystonia
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It's a disorder that causes a disruption between the brain and the body, creating an unimaginable struggle with simple day-to-day activities.

Therapist explains how to help kids manage school anxiety and use it as a force for good

Returning to school in the fall has probably never been more challenging. You've got the impact of homeschooling, fears about illness and overall stress - so how do you make the mornings easier?

Beaumont doctor says vaccines for young children a good idea, despite very small death numbers

"It's not only about death, right? It's about keeping them healthy, keeping them in school, preventing outbreaks in the school, preventing them from carrying it and bringing it home to their family, (spreading it) to adults who are at higher risk," Sims said.

Beaumont Health expert weighs in on vaccines for younger children
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It might be the news many are waiting on- promising results from drugmaker Pfizer when it comes to testing the vaccine on younger children. FOX 2 talked to the infectious disease expert about the data.

Metro Detroit woman draws strength in neighbors in cancer fight
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Lori Robertson had already celebrated her second chance. Then in the summer of 2021, she got devastating news about the cancer. But her friends, neighbors, and friends are standing steadfastly behind her.

Berkley woman draws strength, hope during fight of her life

A Berkley mom thought she'd already won the fight of her life but she got a devastating diagnosis that the cancer was back. Then her neighbors and an entire city rallied around her.

Lake Orion mom shares her baby's battle with the RSV virus

A Lake Orion family is facing the cold, flu, and Covid season with extra concern after a baby fought a tough battle with a different virus, the one known as RSV.