New ‘Centaurus’ coronavirus variant surfacing in multiple countries
The latest coronavirus omicron subvariant— BA.2.75.— has doctors concerned about another surge in cases.
Laughing gas and childbirth: An option for patients looking for a middle ground
Doctors and patients around the world are likely familiar with using laughing gas during childbirth, but it’s largely gone under the radar here in the U.S. — until now.
CDC endorses more traditional Novavax COVID-19 vaccine for adults
Health officials say U.S. adults who haven’t gotten any COVID-19 shots yet should consider a new option from Novavax.
Only son donates kidney to mother: ‘It’s amazing to give life in a different way’
The 25-year-old couldn’t imagine going through life without his mother. So he did what he could to help her live longer.
Fauci to retire by the end of Biden's term: report
Dr. Anthony Fauci is reportedly set to retire after more than five decades in federal service.
Monkeypox cases in Michigan grow to 13, CDC says
The virus spreads through direct contact with infectious rashes and scabs, as well as bodily fluids.
Toddler, who once spent nearly 700 days in hospital for heart defect, dies
Valentina Garnetti first gained notoriety in 2021 for spending most of her toddler life inside a hospital due to a congenital heart defect.
CDC detects traces of weed killer linked to cancer in majority of US urine samples
Bayer, the German pharmaceutical company which owns roundup, the commonly used weed killer which contains a chemical believed to cause cancer, is facing hundreds of lawsuits. That chemical has now been found in more than 80% of U.S. urine samples.
Monkeypox outbreak: US regulators greenlight additional vaccine shipments
The update comes amid soaring demand for the shots in New York City, California and other parts of the U.S.
Covid strain Ba.5 has health officials watching state numbers closely
"It shows that Michigan is in a plateau," she said. "Which means the rate have stopped declining and they’re sort of hovering in this area."
988 -- Three-digit Suicide Lifeline starts working in US this weekend
Calling 988 will connect people in need to the Suicide Lifeline beginning July 16.
Another Covid strain brings reason for precautions as case numbers rise
The BA.5 sub-variant is new but the Covid symptoms remain the same.
Novavax COVID-19 vaccine: FDA authorizes new shot for adults
Novavax makes a more traditional type of shot than the three other COVID-19 vaccines available for use in the U.S. -- and one that’s already available in Europe and multiple other countries.
Abortion rights group seeking to codify practice in Michigan says it's cleared signature requirement
The group petitioning to have abortion rights on the 2022 Midterm ballot says it has submitted 753,759 signatures - the most ever for a Michigan ballot initiative.
2nd case of monkeypox confirmed in Detroit
Michigan is one of 34 states with known cases of the virus, which is believed to be from the same family as smallpox, but with milder symptoms.
New vaccine could protect against COVID-19 variants before they emerge
The vaccine works by using spike proteins from SARS-CoV-2 — the virus that causes COVID-19 — and seven other related animal viruses with the potential to cause a pandemic in humans.
What is heat exhaustion and who is most at risk?
After musician Carlos Santana collapsed during his show at Pine Knob, it was later revealed he was dehydrated. Now, in the hottest time of the year, it's more important than ever to stay hydrated.
Recreational marijuana use linked to increased chance of ER, hospitalization, study finds
Acute trauma was the most common cause, followed by respiratory health reasons and gastrointestinal issues.
Metro Detroit beach on Lake St. Clair under contamination advisory for bacteria levels
The Lake St. Clair beach has frequently seen high levels of bacteria over the past 30 days and may be unsafe to touch.
Man loses 156 lbs. in 9 months with diet and exercise: ‘If I can do it, anybody can’
At his heaviest, the Missourian, who travels frequently for his sales job and has “lived on expense accounts” for decades, weighed about 540 pounds.