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Jay Dunn has Dystonia, which cause his muscles to cramp and twist. He's now campaigning for a cure

September 17, 2019 6:19pm EDT

Dystonia is a movement disorder that causes muscles to twist and cramp. While doctors don't know why the disease happens, they believe it's a miscommunication between the brain and the body. Jay Dunn, who started to showcase symptoms of Dystonia when he was just 6 is now fundraising for a cure. The campaign is called the 5 Dollar Cure and you may have seen it advertised on an I-696 billboard. You can help by donating $5.

Men like house cleaning more than going to the doctor. That's a problem for preventing diseases

September 16, 2019 6:17pm EDT

For many men, cleaning the bathroom, or mowing the lawn, is more appealing than going to the doctor, according to a recent Cleveland Clinic survey. Dr. Ryan Berglund says results show this 'doctor dread' is deeply rooted.

FDA blasts Juul for fueling public health crisis after Michigan ban on e-cigs. What happens next?

September 10, 2019 6:05pm EDT

The Juul makes up 70% of the e-cigarette market in the country. The brand is filled with nicotine, and now the government is blasting the vaping giant - saying they may have helped fuel the public health crisis.  It's a big warning from the government to the top selling vape company. 

1 person dies by suicide every 40 seconds, WHO says — Here's how to help those who are struggling

September 10, 2019 11:34am EDT

Close to 800,000 people die by suicide every year, more deaths than war and homicide combined, WHO said.

Suicide is declining worldwide, but increasing in U.S.

September 9, 2019 6:10pm EDT

According to the World Health Organization, every 40 seconds someone dies by suicide. That statistic is actually decreased from previous years - but here in the United States, suicide is becoming more common. 

Study: Turn off your TV before going to bed if you want to stay healthy

September 5, 2019 6:07pm EDT

If you have a habit of falling asleep in front of the television - take note. If you're trying to stay healthy and watching your weight, you might want to turn it off before you fall asleep. 

Study: Benefits of weight loss surgery include reduction in mortality, reduce heart-related diseases

September 2, 2019 6:21pm EDT

Many people consider weight loss surgery, but don't go through with it. This may provide some encouragement - a new study finds the benefits go way beyond weight loss.  Obesity increases our risk of death, heart attack and stroke. Now, new research shows weight loss surgery can potentially reverse the risk of heart-related diseases and death in people who struggle with obesity....

Doctors think one in five high school students vape - a trend that's rising among young adults

August 28, 2019 5:59pm EDT

If you have any teenagers in your life, they may say vaping is better for them than cigarettes.  Dr. Daniel Ouellette, a pulmonologist with Henry Ford Health System, says experts think, among high school students, that 1 in 5 has used an e-cigarette. That's 20 percent, and it's a big growth compared to the numbers in the past few years.