A Canton teacher got three opinions on possible breast cancer - the third may have saved her life
Lynn Walkuski felt a pulling under her right arm in 2016. She suspected it was breast cancer, knowing her family history with the disease. She got a first opinion and had a biopsy done. Then a second opinion and a surgeon said it was nothing. Then a third opinion, from doctor concerned the cancer was much more dangerous. She was right.
Free mammograms offered by UAW Ford for breast cancer awareness month
UAW Ford is doing its part for breast cancer awareness month offering free mammograms to uninsured and under-insured women.
Dietary decisions play a big role in reducing breast cancer
October has arrived and with it Breast Cancer Awareness month. Everyone knows early screening is a key step in preventing cancer, but there are also a myriad of other steps one can take to reduce the threat of cancer. Those include dietary decisions.
Beverages now make up a third of chain restaurant menus. That's not good, says one dietician
Despite the obesity epidemic that has breached into the U.S., sugary and calorie-filled beverages continue to dominate the menus of fast-food restaurants. A new study from the Cleveland Clinic monitoring the evolution of 63 U.S. chain restaurant menus found beverages now make up a third of those menus. That's not good, said one registered dietician, who is worried the availability of so many sugary beverages could magnify an already troubling trend of obesity.
Mom blogger infuses humor and sarcasm into her stories of addiction and depression
Tiffany Jenkins grew up around alcohol, drugs and a subsequent addiction that led her down a dark path in high school. The daily struggle was magnified by depression and eventually led to her dropping out of school. Now, years later she blogs about those experiences, infusing and sarcasm into those stories. She's clearly tapped a market of interested followers that now number three and a half million followers. Find her book "High Achiever" on Amazon.
Parents, connect with your kids even when they push away. They'll thank you for it later
It may get difficult at times, but a new study from the Cleveland Clinic Children's said the more connected kids feel to their parents and teachers when they're growing up, the healthier they'll be as adults. Teens need to learn through trial and error, and that means letting them fail, but in a safe environment. Finding that balance can be tricky for parents when it feels like their kids are pushing away from them. But that doesn't mean they should give up trying to connect with them.
CBD is all the hype nowadays, but not all of it is regulated. Here's what you need to know
You've probably heard of CBD - it's everywhere. The compound, which is extracted from marijuana buds and flowers is used to treat pain and disorders like epilepsy. However, with the hype reaching a fever pitch, it'll help to know where it's best to buy the product if you plan on using it. Dr. Mark Moyad of the University of Michigan explains what to look out for.
Henry Ford Hospital's brain banks is one of the world's biggest. It contains key data on how to treat tumors
Hundreds of brain tissue samples are stored at Henry Ford Hospital, where it gets tested, data is logged and a treasure trove of information regarding treating tumors is collected.
Flu season 2019 is here folks. Time to get your flu shot
It may still feel like summer, but flu season 2019 is here. Which means doctors recommend getting your shots.
Jay Dunn has Dystonia, which cause his muscles to cramp and twist. He's now campaigning for a cure
Dystonia is a movement disorder that causes muscles to twist and cramp. While doctors don't know why the disease happens, they believe it's a miscommunication between the brain and the body. Jay Dunn, who started to showcase symptoms of Dystonia when he was just 6 is now fundraising for a cure. The campaign is called the 5 Dollar Cure and you may have seen it advertised on an I-696 billboard. You can help by donating $5.
Men like house cleaning more than going to the doctor. That's a problem for preventing diseases
For many men, cleaning the bathroom, or mowing the lawn, is more appealing than going to the doctor, according to a recent Cleveland Clinic survey. Dr. Ryan Berglund says results show this 'doctor dread' is deeply rooted.
FDA blasts Juul for fueling public health crisis after Michigan ban on e-cigs. What happens next?
The Juul makes up 70% of the e-cigarette market in the country. The brand is filled with nicotine, and now the government is blasting the vaping giant - saying they may have helped fuel the public health crisis. It's a big warning from the government to the top selling vape company.
1 person dies by suicide every 40 seconds, WHO says — Here's how to help those who are struggling
Close to 800,000 people die by suicide every year, more deaths than war and homicide combined, WHO said.
Suicide is declining worldwide, but increasing in U.S.
According to the World Health Organization, every 40 seconds someone dies by suicide. That statistic is actually decreased from previous years - but here in the United States, suicide is becoming more common.
Study: Turn off your TV before going to bed if you want to stay healthy
If you have a habit of falling asleep in front of the television - take note. If you're trying to stay healthy and watching your weight, you might want to turn it off before you fall asleep.
Study: Benefits of weight loss surgery include reduction in mortality, reduce heart-related diseases
Many people consider weight loss surgery, but don't go through with it. This may provide some encouragement - a new study finds the benefits go way beyond weight loss. Obesity increases our risk of death, heart attack and stroke. Now, new research shows weight loss surgery can potentially reverse the risk of heart-related diseases and death in people who struggle with obesity....
Doctors think one in five high school students vape - a trend that's rising among young adults
If you have any teenagers in your life, they may say vaping is better for them than cigarettes. Dr. Daniel Ouellette, a pulmonologist with Henry Ford Health System, says experts think, among high school students, that 1 in 5 has used an e-cigarette. That's 20 percent, and it's a big growth compared to the numbers in the past few years.
Why are young adults are the loneliest generation? Look down at your phone for the answer
Loneliness is powerful and something we all feel at certain times. Loneliness is an emotional state, and has nothing to do with being alone or isolated. You can be in a crowd of people and still feel lonely. What age group, what generation would you guess deals with loneliness the most? Believe it or not, it's young adults. But why?