Dozens of cats in Poland got bird flu amid global outbreak
Scientists worry that rising cases, particularly in animals that have frequent contact with humans, might lead to a mutated version that could spread easily between people, triggering another pandemic.
Air Quality Alert issued for Southeast Michigan on Monday - What to know
Southeast Michigan remains under an Air Quality Alert on Monday that was issued for the area over the weekend.
Taylor Animal Shelter closed after dog tests positive for parvovirus
The Taylor Animal Shelter is currently closed after a dog tested positive for parvovirus, a highly contagious illness.
Detroit entrepreneur's new app JustAir tracks air quality, sends updates with health advice
Air quality issues will only continue and after multiple rounds of wildfire smoke enveloped Detroit this summer, Darren Riley says the need for better data that's more accessible is badly needed.
Lowering Michigan's maternal and infant mortality rate and the steps to a healthy pregnancy
Dr. Ray Bahado-Singh, Corewell Health Chair/ OB-GYN, discusses the effort to lower Michigan's maternal and infant mortality rate. He also offers guidance on the most important measures to take for a healthy pregnancy and delivery.
Cyclospora: What is it and where does it come from?
While it’s usually not deadly, contracting a Cyclospora infection can often lead to frequent and sometimes explosive bowel movements if left untreated.
Study finds some pain medicines could soon be created from pine trees
Researchers in England have determined an alternative to making pain medications like ibuprofen from pine trees rather than crude oil.
Is the mustard & cottage cheese diet safe?
Dr. Tom Rifai stops by to discuss the merits of the mustard & cottage cheese diet that's going viral on Tiktok.
Metro Detroit under Air Quality Alert due to elevated ozone levels - what it means
Metro Detroit, along with several other areas of the state, is under an Air Quality Alert on Monday. Though Michigan has had poor air quality in recent weeks over Canadian wildfire smoke, elevated ozone levels have prompted this alert.
Alzheimer’s drug Leqembi granted full FDA approval and that means Medicare will pay for it
U.S. officials have granted full approval to a closely watched Alzheimer’s drug for patients with early stages of the disease.
Expert: Cases like Wynter Smith's can cause second-hand grief
The tragic end to this days-long Amber Alert was a gut punch to everyone who followed this case.
Study finds drinking water from nearly half of US faucets contains PFAS - What it means for health
In a nationwide study by the U.S. Geological Survey, researchers found that drinking water from nearly half of the faucets in the United States contains “forever chemicals," known as PFAS.
Feds: Stop making marijuana edibles that look like kids’ snacks
Federal officials issued a letter to six companies selling cannabis products warning them that kids may confuse their goods for snacks.
Rabies found in Oakland County stray kitten
Pet owners are urged to vaccinate their animals after a kitten infected with rabies was found in Oakland County last month.
Drinking water from nearly half of US faucets contains PFAS, study says
PFAS chemicals have been linked in animal studies to some cancers, including kidney and testicular, plus issues such as high blood pressure and low birth weight.
15 beaches closed in Oakland County due to bacteria
Several lakes in and around Oakland County had high levels of bacteria detected during weekly monitoring.
Ohio researchers develop new breed of honeybees to fight parasites
Central State University's breeding program aims to create worker bees with smaller mandibles known as 'Ohio Mite Biters.'
Mosquito carrying Eastern Equine Encephalitis found in Michigan
Eastern Equine Encephalitis can be deadly to those who contract the disease and get sick. In 2020, two people died from the illness.
Ticks use static electricity to latch on to you from afar, researchers find
Ticks can't jump or fly onto their hosts, but static electricity gives them a boost, researchers have found.
Air Quality Alert extended into weekend for Southeast Michigan
Clouds and rain, both expected in the forecast this weekend, could reduce the contaminants in the air.