RFK Jr. pledges HHS will determine cause of autism by September
RFK Jr., the head of HHS, said the agency is taking on a "massive testing and research effort" to determine the cause of autism. Here's what to know.
The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation Michigan hosts MY IBD Learning seminar
Organizers connect IBD patients with caregivers and health care resources.
Michigan officials push for more mental health help for first responders
The issue came up Monday during a bi-partisan roundtable discussion on increasing public safety funding at Detroit Police Headquarters. State lawmakers and the top brass from many Metro Detroit police departments were talking about the issue in detail, including Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard.
Detroit provides free health care for those in need
Detroit's Health Department is bringing free screenings to neighborhoods and those in need. The department is offering the events as part of Public Health Week.
What to know about fluoride in drinking water as CDC plans to change guidance
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is pushing to end the use of fluoride in water and intends to tell the CDC to stop recommending fluoridation in communities across the country.
Don't be stressed by stock market swings, but raise your financial IQ
It is easy to get stressed out about what may or may not happen, but there are some things you can do to empower and protect yourself - and your health.
RFK Jr. puts support behind MMR vaccine amid outbreak
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made a trip to Texas on Sunday to attend the funeral of an 8-year-old girl who died of measles. After the funeral, Kennedy threw his support behind the MMR vaccine.
Texas measles outbreak 2025: Second child death reported
A second school-aged child has died from complications related to having measles, according to hospital officials in Lubbock.
Candida auris, a deadly fungus, is on the rise in hospitals, senior facilities
Cases of Candida auris, a dangerous, drug-resistant fungus, are rising in hospitals and senior care centers across the U.S.
Measles case confirmed in Macomb County resident who traveled to Ontario
The county's health department said on Friday that the infected adult recently traveled to Ontario which is experiencing a measles outbreak.
Mumps in Oakland County: Health officials confirm county's first case
It's the ninth case confirmed in Michigan and follows a previous confirmation of measles also in Oakland County.
Study finds unmarried older adults may have lower risk of dementia
A new study suggests older adults who are single may have a lower risk of developing dementia than those who are married. Experts say stress and social networks may play a role.
Federal cuts to Covid-era funding causes concern for state health agencies
Thursday a federal judge temporarily blocked health funding cuts worth billions to the states. But the uncertainty of the Covid funding that critics argue was never meant to be permanent, continues.
There are health benefits to sports fandom
With Tigers Opening Day around the corner, watching sports can be good for you.
Second confirmed case of measles in Michigan
As travelers make their way through Detroit Metro Airport Wednesday, many are reacting to news that the second person to contract measles this year in Michigan.
Michigan losing more than $380M due to public health cuts
We’re just learning new details about how US Department of Health and Human Services cuts will affect us locally, with the Michigan counterpart detailing how dozens of agencies and local health departments will be affected.
Shingles vaccine may cut risk of dementia, study says
Shingles is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox.
Person dies of rabies after contracting virus from transplanted organ in Ohio
A Michigan resident died of rabies after receiving a kidney transplant from a donor exposed to the virus in Idaho, marking an extremely rare case of transmission through organ donation.
HHS layoffs spark concerns for Meals on Wheels, LIHEAP: What to know
Meals on Wheels, which delivers 216 million meals a year to older and disabled people, is largely funded by a federal agency that reportedly lost at least 40% of its staff.
Measles update: These 5 states now have active outbreaks
Measles outbreaks are surging in 5 U.S. states, with over 400 cases in Texas and two deaths. Here’s what to know.