Cardiologist shows importance of mouthless CPR
"If you do rapid CPR, get to them quickly, and start CPR - you can actually improve their survival double, if not triple," Fuller said.
ADA ambassador talks living with diabetes since 7 years old, taking control of her health
There was a time when living with diabetes was a death sentence but not if you take control of your life and your health.
Cancer drug shortage impacts hospitals around country
Hospitals around the country, including here in Michigan, are being impacted by a shortage of a drug that treats several cancers.
Study links poor air quality and Gentrification
The past few days, the air in Southeast Michigan has been some of the worst in the country. It's impacting city centers – especially in urban areas like Detroit.
Sucralose, a chemical in Splenda, is found to cause ‘significant health effects’ in new study
The ingredient is linked to DNA damage, elevated cancer risk, and a leaky gut, but the sweetener industry maintains safety.
Detroit mother of 2 continues battle with kidney disease while hoping for transplant chance
The hope is finding a kidney through a living or deceased donor - so she can be around for her children.
Billionaire who gets transfusions of teen son’s blood has one surprisingly simple goal for society
Yes, there’s the blood transfusions, regular MRIs, and whispers of immortality. But this tech tycoon just wants to change the way people view health.
Survey reveals 45% of adults skip using soap when washing their hands
A recent survey finds that some people not only pass on soap use for handwashing, but they will also dry their hands with their clothes.
Breastfeeding may later improve child’s exam scores, study suggests
The researchers discovered that longer breastfeeding was associated with improved academic performance, particularly in English and mathematics.
Celebrity Cruises norovirus outbreak leaves more than 175 sick, CDC says
Those who became ill suffered symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal cramps, vomiting and headaches.
What is 'chroming'? The deadly social media trend on TikTok
Several people have lost their lives due to “chroming," but yet it is becoming more popular on social media.
Wayne County ends public health emergency over overcrowded juvenile jail
Family of kids at the facility told horror stories of the status of the detention facility, complaining of human sewage spilling into the hallways.
Most US adults are declining COVID boosters as CDC warns of health risks: 'Relatively little protection'
Adults who aren’t current on their COVID-19 vaccine booster doses may have "relatively little remaining protection" against hospitalization compared to those who haven’t been vaccinated at all, suggests a new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Bills' Damar Hamlin launches CPR Tour to raise awareness
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin kicked off a multicity tour at his home stadium on Saturday to distribute medical equipment and promote techniques that helped save his life in January.
Tips for staying safe in the heat
As you head out and enjoy the warm weather, make sure you keep hydrated and stay safe outside.
Sweden close to becoming first 'smoke-free' country in Europe
Many experts give credit to decades of anti-smoking campaigns and legislation, while others point to the prevalence of "snus," a smokeless tobacco product that's marketed in Sweden as an alternative to cigarettes.
Tips for staying safe while biking
Heading out on your bicycle in this beautiful weather? Here are some tips to stay safe while riding.
Art therapists specialists seek status in Michigan mental health code
There are only 200 art therapists in Michigan, and that number is falling. Those in the field say it needs to be elevated as an important part of mental health care.
Sick workers linked to 40% of restaurant food poisoning outbreaks, CDC says
Norovirus and salmonella, germs that can cause severe illness, were the most common cause of 800 outbreaks.
Pool safety: How to prevent drowning this summer
According to the CDC, drowning is one of the leading causes of death for children between the ages of 1 and 4. On average, nearly 4,000 people lose their lives to drowning each year, equating to approximately 11 drowning deaths every day.