After losing son to suicide, father retools iconic Detroit brand for normalizing mental illness discussions
Kevin Fischer's son was the guy everybody loved. He was a good student and a three-sport athlete. The kid that "had the ability to make everyone feel important." Then, when he was 23, Dominique Fischer took his life.
How are dormant diseases making a comeback?
Two diseases that are usually dormant in the United States – monkeypox and polio – have been found in the country. How is this possible?
Should you get COVID-19 booster now or wait for upgraded shot?
Drug makers are working to create a COVID-19 booster vaccine that targets the original strain as well as the Omicron sub-variants. With that coming, should you get a booster now or wait?
Napping could lead to high blood pressure, stroke, study suggests
Experts say napping, though not unhealthy, may be a sign of poor sleep quality, according to the American Heart Association.
FDA's ongoing analysis finds toxic arsenic, lead in certain baby foods — tips for parents to limit exposure
The FDA’s ongoing analysis in an effort to lower toxic heavy metals in baby foods found that levels of lead in baby food sweet potatoes and teething biscuits were among the highest of all foods tested.
Monkeypox cases should increase awareness - but not panic - say doctors
The state health department says it is currently investigating 23 cases in Michigan.
Woman hospitalized after suffering 15 spider bites, contracting flesh-eating bacteria
Susi Feltch-Malohifo’ou has had more than 10 pounds of dead tissue removed and doctors are continuing to treat her, according to her son.
Polio live oral vaccine: Here's why the US stopped using it years ago
The first case of polio in the US in years was detected this week in New York — here's what to know about polio vaccines.
World Health Organization declares monkeypox a global emergency
Declaring a global emergency means the monkeypox outbreak is an “extraordinary event” that could spill over into more countries and requires a coordinated global response.
Wayne County day camp helps turn grief into growth
We've all lost a loved one and that process and grief is tough - but when it comes to kids, it's a tricky topic. But a Wayne County day camp is helping kids heal.
Kentucky judge extends block of state's abortion ban
A Kentucky judge has issued a ruling that continues to keep the state’s near-total ban on abortion from taking effect.
Detroit is the second-most stressed city in America, study finds
Gauging stress around work, money, family, and health, a survey found Detroit scored high in all categories.
Monkeypox virus could become entrenched as new STD in the US
So far, over 2,000 virus cases have been reported in the U.S. Symptoms include fever, body aches, chills, fatigue, and bumps on parts of the body.
Michigan raises age for purchasing tobacco to 21
The package of bills strengthened the state's regulations over tobacco use and sales.
Oakland County forms monkeypox task force
The Oakland County monkeypox task force will create communication, education, and vaccination plans for when the county has more doses.
How extreme heat can impact mental health
Extreme heat can take a toll on your mental health, even if you don't have mental health issues.
NIH: COVID-19 booster-induced antibody response to omicron significantly decreases over time
Researchers found that while COVID-19 booster vaccinations create a strong antibody response against omicron initially, within three months post-boost, those levels decrease.
President Biden believed to have dominant strain of Covid, fully vaccinated and boosted
President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday but, so far, his symptoms are minor and the White House says he is fully vaccinated and boosted.
Oakland County launching monkeypox taskforce
Michigan has confirmed 19 cases of monkeypox since the outbreak of infections began.
Indianapolis doctor who performed abortion prepares defamation suit against state's attorney general
An Indianapolis doctor who performed an abortion on a 10-year-old rape victim from Ohio took the first step Tuesday toward suing Indiana’s attorney general for defamation.