Suicides and homicides among young people spiked early in pandemic, study says
Experts cited several potential reasons for the increases in suicides and homicides, including higher rates of depression, limited availability of mental health services, and the number of guns in homes.
Indulging in summer BBQs could come with a hidden risk - cholesterol
Summer is the perfect season for outdoor BBQs, but did you know that your favorite grilled meats could increase your cholesterol levels?
How to keep your cholesterol in check this summer
Your summer BBQs are likely full of foods that can increase your cholesterol, so knowing your levels is important.
Doctors warn that wildfire smoke causes 'accelerated skin aging'
Recent Canadian wildfires sent air quality into the dangerous zone for cities up and down the East Coast and the Great Lakes. That pollution can take a toll on your skin now and in the future.
Frozen fruit sold at Costco recalled amid outbreak of hepatitis A infections
Check your freezer: Packages of Wawona Frozen Foods' Organic DayBreak Blend "may have the potential to be contaminated with hepatitis A," federal health officials warned.
Detroit Riverwalkers free wellness program for 50+ resumes this week
Detroit Riverwalkers offers fitness classes, giveaways, blood pressure screenings, and more twice a week.
Community supports Chesterfield police officer who was fired after sharing mental health struggles
Supporters filled a fundraiser at New Baltimore's Arctic Circle Brewing Co. on Monday to support a former Chesterfield Township police officer who was fired after coming forward with PTSD struggles.
Men's Health Week: Check your waist to height ratio
A good start to getting your health in check is seeing what your waist to height ratio is. Ideally, your waist size should be less than half your height.
Don't forget the bug spray - Jamestown Canyon virus detected in Michigan mosquito sample
Jamestown Canyon virus (JCV), a virus that can make people sick, was detected in a mosquito sample taken in Saginaw County.
Social media users share creative tips to make DIY air purifiers to filter out wildfire smoke
Searches for “air purifiers" are spiking on Google as TikTok and Facebook users share tips for building a DIY air purifier as smoke from wildfires in Canada blanket parts of the East Coast.
Oakland County Sheriff says suicide calls have surged recently - especially in past 2 days
“Every day, multiple calls a day," said Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard. “One of the individuals we were able to take to a hospital to get committal and hopefully get into treatment. I think so many people are struggling on so many levels."
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.