Detroit nonprofit offers free and low-cost yoga to those in need
A Detroit nonprofit is providing those in need with a chance to relax and unwind through free and low-cost yoga classes.
Childhood cancer survivor gets college scholarship from doctor who helped save her
"The scholarship is one step that we can do to help give them their dreams and their future back," Dr. Main said.
COVID-19 vaccine: CDC panel recommends shots for ages 6 months and older
Americans may soon be able to get an updated COVID-19 vaccine. Advisers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday endorsed the new shots for everyone 6 months of age and older.
Popular nasal decongestant doesn't actually relieve congestion, say FDA experts
The FDA assembled advisers to take another look at phenylephrine, which became the main drug in over-the-counter decongestants when medicines with an older ingredient were moved behind counters.
FDA approves updated COVID-19 vaccine, CDC set to issue recommendations this week
There’s still another step: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention must sign off. A CDC advisory panel is set to issue recommendations Tuesday on who most needs the updated shots.
These are the 3 vaccines doctors hope will block fall 'tripledemic'
COVID-19 hospitalizations have been steadily increasing since late summer, and RSV already is on the rise in parts of the Southeast.
Sunday, Sept. 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day
The day’s recognition is a chance to share hope and highlight the ways and resources to preventing suicide deaths, which were at the highest number ever last year in the U.S.
Pontiac High School football team forfeits game due to Covid outbreak
A COVID-19 outbreak has forced Pontiac High School to cancel its high school football game this week, serving as a stark reminder that the virus continues to impact communities.
Peloton bike 'instantly' kills New York man after severing his artery, family says in lawsuit
A Peloton exercise bike is at the center of a new lawsuit that alleges a man was killed trying to use the bike as leverage to pull himself up from the ground.
EPA officials brushed off high lead risks in Benton Harbor drinking water
Staff that monitored the state's response failed to elevate the issue, despite it meeting several criteria that lead levels in the impoverished Michigan city were a substantial threat to health.
New COVID booster coming soon: Who should get it and how much will it cost?
It’s the first time since the pandemic began that the federal government won’t cover the cost of COVID-19 vaccines.
Gilbert Family Foundation makes tectonic-sized donation for medical research in Detroit
The donations, which contribute $375 million in funding, will change Detroit's medical landscape.
Extreme spice from One Chip Challenge on social media a worry for doctors
A 14-year-old died shortly after partaking in the viral challenge. His parents blame the spice in the food for the tragedy.
How Oakland County's Narcan vending machines can save lives
Oakland County has installed vending 45 Narcan vending machines to help combat the opioid epidemic.
Air pollution from wildfires linked to dementia cases, study says
Particulate pollution comes from several sources, not just wildfires, but the study identified particulates from wildfires and agriculture as the sources linked to dementia cases.
Federal commission finalizes ban of inclined infant sleepers, crib bumpers
Consumer Product Safety Commission takes finals steps to prohibit the sale of inclined sleepers and crib bumpers in the U.S.
New school year, new sleep habits for kids and high teens
School is back in session and returning to the sleep schedule can be a challenge. Here's how to get you and your family back on track and why it's so important for your child.
First drugs picked to be targeted for Medicare price negotiations
President Joe Biden's administration released a list of 10 drugs for which the federal government will take a first-ever step: negotiating drug prices directly with the manufacturer.
3M likely to settle for nearly $5.5B in earplugs case after hearing-loss complaints
The earplugs were created to protect a person from hearing loud noises while allowing them to hear voices softer noises
ADHD drug shortage could make back-to-school season challenging, expert says: ‘Widespread impact'
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) first announced the medication shortage in October 2022.