When to clean your chimney and fireplace and how much it should cost
Chimney and fireplace cleaning is crucial to making sure your fire stays where it's supposed to -- and keeping you and your family health.
Can you keep your New Year's resolution? GymBird is offering $5,000 to one lucky contest winner who can
If the participant meets their goals by March 29, the contest money is theirs. But the deal has a catch that some politically-minded hopefuls may find motivating.
13-year-old suffers from 'half a heart', family sets up GoFundMe
Daniel's uncle started a GoFundMe page to help with his ongoing medical expenses.
What you should order at McDonald's, according to nutritionists
By ordering carefully from the menu and not making the fast food chain a regular part of your routine, you can opt for better-for-you alternatives.
Free radon testing kits available at Detroit Health Department
"Radon is odorless, it is tasteless, it is colorless," said Denise Fair Razo, the DHD chief public health officer.
Cancer cases increasing in US, but overall deaths decreasing, new research shows
In 2024, over 611,000 deaths from cancer are projected for the US. That’s more than 1,600 deaths from cancer each day, according to the organization.
Comedian Pauly Shore channels fitness guru Richard Simmons in upcoming short film
Comedian and actor Pauly Shore has fulfilled his desire to portray the legendary fitness personality Richard Simmons in the upcoming short film, "The Court Jester."
Metro Detroit winter weather: Tips for staying safe during dangerous cold
Bitter cold temperatures in Michigan can cause harm quickly. Hypothermia and frostbite are among the conditions that threaten people who are out in this cold.
Sleep disruptions due to night sweats: When should you see a doctor?
Excessive sweating during sleep, or night sweats, occurs when there is a dysregulation of the body's natural reaction to excess heat.
Ohio mom faked young daughter’s cancer diagnosis, shaved her head for thousands in donations: Sheriff
A 41-year-old Ohio mom has been charged with theft by deception after allegedly faking that her 7-year-old daughter had leukemia for years.
Corewell Health expands into Detroit with full-service school clinic
Corewell Health opened a full-service health clinic inside Detroit Edison Public School Academy on Friday.
What does it mean to be 'California sober?’
The term “California sober" has been popularized by celebrities like Demi Lovato and Willie Nelson. What does it mean and is it a healthy approach to sobriety?
Childhood obesity is surging, pediatrician explains what parents should know
Kids learn by example they watch, and they emulate. All the more reason, Dr Tiffany Widner a pediatrician, says that adults need to talk more transparently at home about their lifestyle choices.
Google searches for 'sleep' reached all-time high in 2023, new study notes
More than one-third of U.S. adults said they slept worse in 2023 than in previous years, according to the Sleep Foundation. And one generation in particular was at the top of the list for sleep challenges.
Dementia among younger people is linked to 15 factors, major study reveals
Early-onset dementia has been on the rise in recent years, and a new study suggests there are a wide range of risk factors — some genetic, and some controlled through lifestyle changes.
Genetic screening tests can help families get treatment for birth defects, sometimes avoid them
Birth defects are the leading cause of infant mortality in the U.S. But awareness and screening can go a long way.
Family of brave 3-year-old battling brain cancer needs community's help
Eventually, doctors at Children’s Hospital of Michigan found a brain tumor and diagnosed Lily with - ATRT - a very rare brain cancer, amounting to just 10% of all brain cancers in children.
Meta to shield teens on Instagram, Facebook from self-harm, eating disorders content
Meta said Tuesday it will start hiding inappropriate content from teenagers' accounts on Instagram and Facebook, including posts about suicide, self-harm and eating disorders.
Social media warping kids' views of skin care, doctor says
All over the internet, young people can be found showing off their skin care routines for any and all who spend time on social media apps. But doctors and skin specialists worry it's doing more harm than good.
'Wolverine fans for life': Washington baby saved by U-M health team
As Michigan took on Washington in the college football national championship Monday night, Moore's son, Eligh repped the Wolverines after recently undergoing heart surgery.