The '10-second toothbrush' makes its debut in the US
The Y-Brush, a mouthguard-style toothbrush developed by a French company, comes with 35,000 soft nylon filaments that brush all the teeth simultaneously.
Childhood obesity should be treated early, including surgery and meds, new guidance says
The American Academy of Pediatrics said Monday that delaying treatment to see whether children and teens outgrow or overcome obesity only makes things worse.
Ann Arbor requiring masks among returning students, staff for two weeks
In order to slow the spread of respiratory illnesses like Covid and RSV, health officials are requiring anyone in those relevant buildings to mask up.
Study: Children who habitually check social media may experience major brain changes
Researchers said habitual social media checking in teens is impacting their brain development at a time when they're already going through "significant structural and functional reorganization."
Heart health advocate stresses importance of knowing CPR after Bills' Damar Hamlin cardiac arrest
Donulae runs Knuckles Health Education Services, which specializes in CPR training. According to the American Heart Association, trained bystanders saved 46 percent of people who suffered cardiac arrest outside of a hospital.
Unusual chair used to treat vertigo helps communication between brain, inner ear
Vertigo can be a disturbing feeling and sometimes finding the cause is just as hard as finding treatments. Someone who has experienced this for years is FOX 2's Jennifer Hammond - and she may have found it in a very unusual chair.
How to get free Covid tests delivered to your home
Michigan residents can order free Covid test kits that will be delivered right to their homes.
Sesame officially added to FDA's major food allergen list
A new federal law went into effect on Jan. 1 that requires all foods made and sold in the U.S. to be labeled if they contain sesame, which is now the nation's ninth major allergen.
Diabetes likely to surge in US children and teens by 2060, study finds
A recent study funded by the CDC and NIH projects young Americans with type 2 diabetes could increase by nearly 700% by the year 2060.
What happened to Damar Hamlin? Doctor explains cardiac arrest after Buffalo Bills player collapses on field
Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field Monday night after he suffered cardiac arrest.
What is cardiac arrest?
Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest while on the field Monday night. Cardiologist Dr. Shukri David explains what that means, and what could have caused it.
More kids sickened by edibles at home, as legal pot grows
A new study cites more than 7,000 cases of kids younger than 6 eating marijuana edibles. In some cases, nearly a quarter of those children were admitted to the hospital, some becoming seriously ill.
Poor hydration linked to early aging, chronic disease, and early death, study suggests
“The results suggest that proper hydration may slow down aging and prolong a disease-free life,” one of the study authors said the findings from the NIH.
Tennis legend Martina Navratilova diagnosed with two forms of cancer
Tennis legend Martina Navratilova revealed she has been diagnosed with throat and breast cancer. "It’s going to stink for a while, but I’ll fight with all I have got," she said.
Who Smells Better? Single or Married Men?
In this Healthworks, a panel of women determine if single or married men smell better. Fox 2's Liz Lewin and Lori Pinson discuss the results.
Alzheimer’s drug approval ‘rife with irregularities,’ investigation finds
The FDA overruled its advisers in approving the drug, Aduhelm, despite a lack of proof that it met its promise of slowing patients' decline. A high cost and that lack of proof led Medicare to limit the use of the drug.
Can’t stop at just one potato chip? Blame your genes, study says
A new study out of Japan focused on a genetic mechanism that had a strong correlation to the suppression of overeating high-calorie foods.
Dentists warn of dangerous DIY dental hacks going viral on TikTok
Individuals are looking to TikTok for at-home remedies for their dental concerns, which has some dentists worried about the potential long-terms effects of DIY dentistry.
Livonia pharmacist combines ingredients to create medications amid children's pain relief medicine shortages
As many Michiganders have challenges finding popular medications, especially children's pain relief medications, compounding pharmacies have been the remedy.
Scientists find signs of Alzheimer's in dolphin brains
In total, 22 dolphin brains were studied in which researchers noted that the animals presented alterations in their brain chemistry, changes most commonly found in humans who have Alzheimer's.