Lowering Michigan's maternal and infant mortality rate and the steps to a healthy pregnancy
Dr. Ray Bahado-Singh, Corewell Health Chair/ OB-GYN, discusses the effort to lower Michigan's maternal and infant mortality rate. He also offers guidance on the most important measures to take for a healthy pregnancy and delivery.
Is the mustard & cottage cheese diet safe?
Dr. Tom Rifai stops by to discuss the merits of the mustard & cottage cheese diet that's going viral on Tiktok.
Firework safety tips
Emergency room doctors see patients for firework injuries all summer, especially as Fourth of July celebrations ramp up. Be sure you are following safety measures to avoid a visit to the ER this holiday.
Free annual health screening catches aggressive cancer in 58-year-old man
In 2017, Bob Gardella was inspired to attend a free health screening at Ford Field. Four years later, it would save his life.
How a health screening saved a Metro Detroit man's life
Bob Gardella was inspired to get a check on his health in 2017 after seeing free screenings offered at Ford Field. Four years later, it would save his life.
How to find the best flip-flops
When you head to the store to get a new pair of flip-flops, spending a bit extra money may be worth it to keep your feet supported and comfortable.
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.
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.
Tips for staying safe in the heat
As you head out and enjoy the warm weather, make sure you keep hydrated and stay safe outside.
Tips for staying safe while biking
Heading out on your bicycle in this beautiful weather? Here are some tips to stay safe while riding.
Pool safety tips everyone with children should know as we prep for summer
According to the CDC, drowning is one of the leading causes of death for children between the ages of 1 and 4.
How diabetes drug helps with weightloss
A diabetes drug, Semaglutide, has been approved for weight loss. Here's what you need to know if you're considering the drug.
Meet a 97-year-old who shares her secret to longevity
Shirley shared with us her secrets to longevity including finding the good in things and having a sense of purpose that connects her to others.
Telestroke services evaluations allow experts to check patients virtually
Stroke is a leading cause of lifelong disability and affects about 800,000 Americans each year. While diagnosing a stroke quickly is key, it can be tough in a crowded emergency room, leading many hospitals to turn to telestroke services.
Tech lets doctors evaluate stroke symptoms virtually
Hospitals around Michigan have started using virtual stroke evaluations to check patients. This allows a patient to be evaluated even if a stroke expert is not available in person.
How fun in the sun can become a serious issue for you skin
All that carefree time spent in the sun can add up in all the little freckles, spots, and moles that form on your skin. But telling the difference between the ones that are benign and those that are cancerous is key.
Rogaine in a pill? Oral supplement has been shown to grow hair
Hair loss may be a fact of life to some but Dermatologist Steve Grekin says an oral medication - the same active ingredient in Rogaine - has been shown to help grow hair.
Stroke effects more people under 50: what strokes to look out for
More and more people under 50 are having strokes - here are the four symptoms to look out for.
Weekend Symposium Offers Patients and Caregivers Insight on Coping with Parkinson's Disease
Michigan Parkinson Foundation hosts special symposium to discuss dealing with Parkinson's and ways to cut the risks.