Flu-like symptoms are low in Michigan. But doctors say you should still take it seriously
Influenza is on the rise across the United States, with seven percent of patients reporting flu-like illnesses. But in Michigan? That number is less than half
3 Tests for Gut Health
Dr. Elizabeth Swenor is board-certified in Lifestyle and Functional Medicine, and a certified expert in plant-based nutrition.
Three Tests for Gut Health
An expert from Henry Ford Health System suggests three tests that may help you improve your gut health.
Three Tests for Gut Health
An expert from Henry Ford Health System suggests three tests that may help you improve your gut health.
Christmas Eve is the most common day of the year to suffer a heart attack. Here's why
Data compiled by academics shows the most common day of the year to suffer a heart attack is Dec. 24, peaking at 10 p.m.. In the study conducted in Sweden, researchers looked at over 280,000 heart attacks taking place over 16 years.
Holiday talk with relatives should be light, fun - not political
The holidays are almost here and what can you do to avoid talking politics and news with some relatives?
Study shows snacking on nuts could help weight control
A new study from BMJ Nutrition Prevention and Health found eating nuts in their raw form could help control a person's weight longterm.
Henry Ford Health System offers help for caregivers
Caregiving is a difficult job with no financial benefits. Instead, it can come with a costly toll - your health.
CDC: Foodborne illnesses are on the rise — these are the most common causes
Foodborne illnesses were on the rise in 2018, according to a new report from the CDC
Wayne State student athlete save's strangers life with bone marrow transplant
It is very rare when someone becomes a match for donating bone marrow. Which is why when a Wayne State student athlete got the call he was one after joining the Be The Match registry, he couldn't pass it up.
For sake of infants, be weary of what you leave around this holiday season
The holidays can be a whirlwind of excitement for parents and grandparents celebrating with their children. But with that excitement comes a warning of caution to caretakers. Be mindful of what little items end up on the floor.
Company developing device that would predict seizures for those with epilepsy
Predicting the exact moment when someone with epilepsy will have a seizure is almost impossible. But that could all change with a new device being made in Utah.
WSU medical students learning more about plant-based nutrition to prevent disease
Medical students at Wayne State University are learning more about plant-based nutrition as options for preventing and treating diseases.
Start early and start often if you want to raise a charitable child
As the holiday season hits full swing, the giving season will match its momentum. As a parent, you may find yourself asking "how do I make sure I'm raising a charitable child?" Well, we have some answers for you.
Michigan health dept investigating second vaping-related death
Michigan health officials have reported a second vaping-related lung injury death this year.
Tampa toddler makes miracle recovery after near-drowning last week
A Tampa family is even more thankful than usual this Thanksgiving. Their toddler fell into the pool and nearly drowned, but the little girl didn’t just survive - she made a complete recovery.
A gift from tragedy: newborn saved with heart transplant
Two families have found strength in each other after one of their newborns was saved with a heart transplant from the other.
With family members converging for holidays, doctors recommend discussing vaping
Holiday week, family members, college kids coming home, good time to come home to talk about the dangers of vaping.
Father who lost son to suicide authors book that teaches kids about inclusion
For the Beans, their son Ethan never exhibited any physical disability that would imply something was wrong. But his emotional struggles and hardships fitting in became too much, and in August of 2018, he took his life. Ethan's dad has written a book in his son's memory in an effort to help elementary kids learn more about inclusion.
Owning a dog could reduce your risk of death after suffering a heart attack, study shows
We love our dogs for companionship, but a new study looked at more than 180,000 people between the ages of 40 and 85 who had previously suffered a heart attack or stroke.