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Robotic legs allowing children to take first steps

Robotic legs allowing children to take first steps

New technology is allowing kids who have never been able to walk before the opportunity to take steps of their own.

November 20, 2023 6:48pm EST
Potential for 'tridemic' increases as holiday season nears, health experts say

Potential for 'tridemic' increases as holiday season nears, health experts say

“There’s nothing that prevents you from getting exposed to more than one virus," said Dr. Matthew Sims. "Get your vaccinations. They're going to protect you and those around you."

November 20, 2023 6:20pm EST
Salmonella-infected cantaloupes leave dozens sick in 15 states: health officials

Salmonella-infected cantaloupes leave dozens sick in 15 states: health officials

At least 43 people in 15 states have become sick after eating recalled cantaloupes included in a salmonella outbreak.

November 19, 2023 9:24am EST
FDA screening US cinnamon imports after more kids sickened by lead-tainted applesauce

FDA screening US cinnamon imports after more kids sickened by lead-tainted applesauce

This comes after more reports of illness in children who ate pouches of applesauce puree.

November 17, 2023 4:11pm EST
Armada man charged for injuring two police officers, causing spinal fracture

Armada man charged for injuring two police officers, causing spinal fracture

Allegedly, “Lynch pushed one officer over a second-story banister and physically assaulted the other officer,” according to the Macomb County Prosecutor's office.

November 13, 2023 9:19pm EST
Nearly 24 toddlers sickened by lead contamination linked to applesauce pouches, CDC says

Nearly 24 toddlers sickened by lead contamination linked to applesauce pouches, CDC says

Children ages 1 to 3 were affected, and at least one child showed a blood lead level eight times higher than the level that raises concern.

November 13, 2023 6:21pm EST
In potential cancer breakthrough, newly found ‘kill switch’ triggers death of cancer cells: ‘One-two punch'

In potential cancer breakthrough, newly found ‘kill switch’ triggers death of cancer cells: ‘One-two punch'

The receptor, called CD95, could improve the effectiveness of immune-based therapies.

November 12, 2023 9:55am EST
First vaccine for chikungunya virus, an 'emerging global health threat,' gets FDA approval

First vaccine for chikungunya virus, an 'emerging global health threat,' gets FDA approval

The FDA described chikungunya as an "emerging global health threat," with at least five million cases reported over the past 15 years.

November 11, 2023 9:40pm EST
'Death with Dignity' bills would allow terminally ill patients to end their own lives

'Death with Dignity' bills would allow terminally ill patients to end their own lives

The Death by Dignity bills would allow terminally ill patients to use prescribed medications to end their own lives.

November 10, 2023 10:26pm EST
Oakland County Sheriff says Opvee is 'a game changer' in reversing ODs

Oakland County Sheriff says Opvee is 'a game changer' in reversing ODs

The Oakland County Sheriff's Office became the first law enforcement agency in the nation to carry Opvee – a new opioid overdose reversal nasal spray that is more potent than Narcan.

November 10, 2023 7:46pm EST
Fish to eat and fish to think twice about, according to experts — see the lists

Fish to eat and fish to think twice about, according to experts — see the lists

Here are the healthiest fish you can eat, according to dietitians.

November 10, 2023 3:07pm EST
Arkansas military veteran receives world’s first whole-eye and partial-face transplant

Arkansas military veteran receives world’s first whole-eye and partial-face transplant

Aaron James, a military veteran received the first-ever whole-eye and partial-face transplant at NYU Langone Health is speaking out about the life-changing surgery.

November 10, 2023 12:17pm EST
Lung cancer pill shows 'earth-shattering' results in 5-year study: 'An optimistic time'

Lung cancer pill shows 'earth-shattering' results in 5-year study: 'An optimistic time'

Many lung cancer patients now have access to a potentially life-saving new medication called Tagrisso. A surgeon from Hackensack Meridian and a patient share their experiences with the drug.

November 10, 2023 11:45am EST
Weightloss drug Zepbound now FDA approved
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Weightloss drug Zepbound now FDA approved

Zepbound is an injectable diabetes drug that assists in weight loss, but exercise and dieting are still necessary.

November 9, 2023 6:12pm EST
CDC report: Childhood vaccination exemptions reach all-time high

CDC report: Childhood vaccination exemptions reach all-time high

A study released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday indicates that 3% of all U.S. kindergartners are not being vaccinated, the highest level reported ever.

November 9, 2023 5:08pm EST
Lung cancer is America's deadliest cancer. Have you gotten screened?
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Lung cancer is America's deadliest cancer. Have you gotten screened?

There are no nerves in your lungs, so knowing if one has cancer in their airways may be difficult to detect. That's why doctors are imploring smokers and non-smokers to get tested for lung cancer.

November 9, 2023 12:34pm EST
Too much red meat connected to higher risk of type 2 diabetes, study finds

Too much red meat connected to higher risk of type 2 diabetes, study finds

Researchers found that substituting red meat with other forms of protein can help lower your risk of diabetes.

November 8, 2023 2:29pm EST
Sharp surge in syphilis cases among US newborns sparks urgent call for testing and treatment

Sharp surge in syphilis cases among US newborns sparks urgent call for testing and treatment

More than 3,700 babies were born with congenital syphilis in 2022 — 10 times more than a decade ago and a 32% increase from 2021.

November 7, 2023 2:07pm EST
'Do Not Eat' advisory issued for deer near Northern Michigan marsh

'Do Not Eat' advisory issued for deer near Northern Michigan marsh

The state health department issued a “Do Not Eat" advisory to hunters for an area of Northern Michigan.

November 7, 2023 10:23am EST
Should your pet sleep in your bed?
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Should your pet sleep in your bed?

A sleep medicine specialist weighs in on whether or not it is advisable to allow your pet to share your bed.

November 6, 2023 7:21pm EST
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