‘I can’t tell you’: Attorneys, relatives struggle to find hospitalized ICE detainees
Many hospitals refuse to provide information or allow contact with these patients.
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Trump policies at odds with emerging understanding of COVID’s long-term harm
The federal government is curtailing such efforts just as researchers call for more funding.
SMART offering buses as warming centers during extreme cold Feb. 7-8
Buses will be stationary, open to the public and available free of charge from 5-9...
Demand grows for doulas who can help moms with addiction
Many doulas who help moms with substance use disorder are themselves recovering.
Trump administration launches TrumpRx website for discounted drugs
The actual savings for consumers remain unclear.
Protein is all the rage. But how much do you really need?
The right amount of protein for any individual will depend on many factors.
‘These kids are invisible’: Child abuse deaths spur clash over homeschool regulation
As homeschool enrollment has risen in recent years, so have concerns about oversight.
Do you need to control your cortisol? Probably not, doctors say
Cortisol, what is known as the stress hormone, is the talk of the internet.
Doctors share the best ways to get the most from a bidet
They're becoming increasingly common as people seek a hygienic and sustainable alternative to toilet paper.
Planned Parenthood drops lawsuit against Trump administration’s Medicaid cuts
Funding cuts have already forced 23 clinics to close since Trump's tax bill took effect.
Llamas are big pharma’s secret weapon to find new drugs
Scientists discovered the potential of the animals’ antibodies to thwart diseases.
Boston University researchers say CTE is a cause of dementia
Boston University researchers say CTE is a cause of dementia: 'Evidence of a robust association...
Farmers now owe a lot more for health insurance
Last year was a tough one for farmers.
Tlaib, health advocates sound alarm as EPA works to loosen pollution standard
Returning to looser standards for the pollutant would make air quality in Wayne County even...
AI therapy chatbots draw new oversight as suicides raise alarm
States have enacted laws to regulate the types of interactions chatbots can have with users.
Taylor restaurant inspections: Potentially hazardous foods, improper glove use found
Many of the violations have been corrected. The presence of violations in a past inspection...
Medicare proposes new transplant system rules that might spur use of less-than-perfect organs
Wednesday’s move is part of an ongoing overhaul of the complex transplant system.
Gen Z hates diet sodas, but loves them with ‘Zero Sugar’ branding
Both Diet and Zero Sugar are calorie free, artificially sweetened imitations of their sugary brethren.
Sleep-tracking devices have limits. Experts want users to know what they are
Your watch says you had three hours of deep sleep. Should you believe it?
What to know about breast self-awareness and how it fits into cancer prevention
Breast self-awareness is a more flexible approach to preventing breast cancer.
Addicted to your phone? Don’t break up with it entirely. Do this instead
It's that time of year again: detox season.
Native Americans are dying from pregnancy. They want a voice to stop the trend
Native American and Alaska Native people had the highest pregnancy-related mortality ratio.
Florida deregulated nursing schools. Scam colleges and failing students followed
The 2009 deregulation allowed hundreds of new nursing schools, many for-profit institutions.
Trump administration halts use of human fetal tissue in NIH-funded research
The tissue has been critical for research involving HIV, cancer and other diseases.
States race to launch rural health transformation plans
Many state legislatures must pass laws to distribute the funding to their state offices.
Hospitals, schools, homeless shelters brace for frigid air sweeping across Michigan
Arctic air will hang over Metro Detroit on Friday and through the weekend, bringing wind...
States go their own way as RFK Jr. shifts federal vaccine policy
Many states have created formal alliances to share health information.
Donations sought as Red Cross reports ‘severe’ blood shortage
On Tuesday, officials said there was a 35% reduction in blood donations nationally in December...
The US is on the verge of losing its measles elimination status. Here’s why that matters
“The most important thing that we can do is to make sure the people who...
New diet guidelines say to double up on protein, but nutrition experts are wary
Nutrition say most Americans already consume more protein than they need.
RFK Jr.’s MAHA movement has picked up steam in statehouses. Here’s what to expect in 2026
Food additives are among the most common targets.
Warming centers available in Downriver area as cold snap hits
It will be dangerously cold with the wind chill factors this week.
Vaccines are helping older people more than we knew
Other reasons for older people to be vaccinated are emerging.
Solving the home care quandary
Paid home care represents an especially strained sector of the long-term care system.
How Olympians think about success and failure and what we can learn from them
If it were only about winning gold medals, most Olympians would be seen as failures.
Food companies are targeting users of weight-loss drugs with ‘GLP-1 Friendly’ labels
Some products marketed to GLP-1 users contain high amounts of saturated fat and sodium.
Homeless shelters for seniors pop up, catering to older adults’ medical needs
Most homeless shelters aren’t equipped to help seniors, especially those 65 and older.
New research bolsters evidence that Tylenol doesn’t raise the risk of autism despite Trump’s claims
Tylenol during pregnancy doesn’t increase the risk of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities.
3 dead, dozens sick in California mushroom poisoning outbreak
Three people have died and dozens have become ill in a toxic mushroom outbreak in...
Inside the battle for the future of addiction medicine
More than 80% of Americans who need substance use treatment don’t receive it.
Legal questions swirl around FDA’s new expedited drug program, including who should sign off
Experts worry the program runs afoul of legal, ethical and scientific standards.
Corewell Health launches donor registration tool; over 2,300 have signed up
More than 2,300 patients have signed up so far to become donors through MyChart, an...
Trump announces outlines of health care plan he wants Congress to consider
The cornerstone is his proposal to send money directly to Americans for health savings accounts.
Final day to select ACA health plans arrives in most states, with no subsidy deal yet
The expiration of certain federal subsidies made most enrollees' monthly premium fees more expensive.
To knock down health-system hurdles between you and HIV prevention, try these 6 things
Many queer people have had negative experiences during health care visits.
Democrat blasts HHS for creating confusion in cutting, then reinstating SAMHSA grants
Organizations said they had already been forced to cut staff and cancel trainings.
Trump signs a law returning whole milk to school lunches
Nondairy drinks such as fortified soy milk may also be on the menu in the...
Trump administration restores federal funding for family planning after ACLU lawsuit
The ACLU called it a victory but emphasized the ongoing fight for reproductive freedom.
Strength training is crucial after menopause. How to make the most of your workouts
Experts say women can do strength training with dumbbells, free weights, bands or machines.
Popular weight-loss drugs shouldn’t carry suicide warnings, FDA says
A review 'found no increased' risk among users of the GLP-1 drugs for obesity.
Fewer Americans sign up for Affordable Care Act health insurance as costs spike
Many Americans are considering alternatives or going without insurance.
EPA says it will stop calculating health care savings from key air pollution rules
Experts called the agency’s action a dangerous abdication of one of its core missions.
At-home STD tests offer new options for screening and treatment
New options for testing and treating some of the most common STDs are becoming available.
A taste of nature can provide balance and calm during the workday
Many professions allow little time for the outdoors. But there are ways.
Medical bills can be vexing and perplexing. Here’s important advice for patients
The information needed to understand, manage and fight medical bills.
Judge orders HHS to restore funding for children’s health programs as lawsuit continues
The judge said HHS was likely retaliating against the group when it terminated the grants.
Nearly 15,000 NYC nurses walk off job to strike for higher pay, better working conditions
The strike follows Gov. Hochul's Friday executive order declaring a disaster emergency if a strike...
‘Memory manipulation is inevitable’: How rewriting memory in the lab might one day heal humans
Research suggests memories are more like well-thumbed library books than museums.
Advertisements promising patients a ‘dream body’ with minimal risk get little scrutiny
State and federal authorities have the power to prohibit false or misleading medical advertising.
Mobility exercises are an important part of fitness as we age. Here are some tips
Mobility exercises strengthen your muscles while increasing your range of motion.
Screaming + vomiting: ‘Scromiting’ is the mysterious cannabis syndrome becoming more common
The condition is rare but a study found the number of diagnosed cases is increasing.
Michigan pays $3.5M for doulas so low-income moms have healthy births
Michigan health officials see doulas as key to improving the state’s poor record for maternal...
Michigan flu cases surge; some kids on ventilators, health officials say
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has recorded 2,110 influenza-related hospitalizations this flu...
It’s the ‘gold standard’ in autism care. Why are states reining it in?
ABA therapy helps people diagnosed with autism improve social interactions and communication.
Trail running legend Kilian Jornet advises beginners to enjoy the view and go easy
Trail running has exploded in popularity in recent years.
Abortion stays legal in Wyoming as its top court strikes down laws, including first US pill ban
The justices sided with the state’s only abortion clinic.
Why ordering takeout or calling the dog walker might lead to a happier relationship
Outsourcing chores can boost well-being by giving people a sense of control.
Flu season surged in the US over the holiday and already rivals last winter’s harsh epidemic
“The fact that we’ve seen steady increases over the last several weeks without much of...
If someone’s always late, is it time blindness, or are they just being rude?
Time blindness is a common characteristic in people with ADHD.
The heart-body connection: How other organ systems affect heart health
Health issues in other organ systems, like the kidneys or metabolic system — which includes...
Test what you know about heart health
High cholesterol and age are two significant risk factors for heart disease, which is the...
Monitoring, controlling your ‘bad’ cholesterol could save your life
Studies show that an LDL level at or below 100 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) is...
Guns marketed for personal safety fuel public health crisis in Black communities
During the pandemic, gun marketers told many Americans they needed firearms to defend against criminals...
Being a night owl may not be great for your heart but you can do something about it
Being a night owl can be bad for your heart.
Incarcerated women often don’t have enough period products
Access has also been a persistent issue in immigration detention centers.
A ‘guardian angel’ on his side: How a Sterling Heights man, 20, fought to recover from stroke
Looking back on her son’s ordeal and how it started, Stephanie Constantineau, Edward’s mom, thinks...
Trying to improve your health and wellness in 2026? Keep it simple
As 2026 arrives, here’s what you can skip — and what you should pay attention...
Health subsidies expire, launching millions of Americans into 2026 with steep insurance hikes
The change affects a diverse cross-section of Americans who don’t get their health insurance from...
A family is trying to raise millions to test gene therapy that could help kids trapped in bodies they can’t move
Producing a treatment for 8-year-old Everly Green’s ultra-rare genetic condition isn’t profitable for drugmakers.
SNAP bans on soda, candy and other foods take effect in five states Jan. 1
SNAP recipients in five states will see new limits starting Thursday.
In a tumultuous year, US health policy has been dramatically reshaped under RFK Jr.
RFK Jr. reshaped the HHS, cutting research funding and promoting discredited views on vaccines.
New science points to 4 distinct types of autism
The new analysis study showed the delay may stem from genetic mutations that are present...
Foods with healthy-sounding buzzwords could be hiding added sugar in plain sight
Here’s how to spot hidden sugars and what to do about it.
FDA panelists questioned antidepressants in pregnancy. But doctors call them a lifeline
Medical experts are concerned that a July panel discussion convened by the FDA could lead...
Court blocks Michigan ban on conversion therapy on free speech grounds
“Conversion therapy is a destructive, demoralizing, and debunked practice that medical experts agree increases the...
Michigan moves away from vaccine guidance of RFK Jr.’s federal panel
Michigan’s top doctor issued a recommendation this month, advising health care providers to follow vaccine...
Efforts to reconnect Americans face challenges in a lonely time
Americans are less likely to join civic groups, unions and churches than in recent generations....
New law requires public libraries across Illinois to carry opioid OD reversal medication
Though many Illinois libraries already have supplies of medications that can reverse opioid overdoses, a...
A middle-class family’s only option: A $43,000 health insurance premium
The squeeze here is a symptom of broader trouble in American health care. In some...
You finally got a doctor’s appointment. Here’s how to get the most out of it
Getting the most out of a doctor’s visit requires some advance preparation.
Doctor’s orders? ‘Belly laugh at least two to five days a week’
Why is laughter good for you?
Pediatrics group sues HHS for cutting funds for children’s health programs
The suit alleges HHS made the cuts in retaliation for speaking out against Trump actions.
More than a third of states sue HHS over a move that could curtail youth gender-affirming care
Most major medical organizations oppose restrictions on transgender care and services for young people.
When should kids get a smartphone? A study links owning one before age 12 to health risks
Smartphone ownership is high among U.S. children and teens.
‘Super flu’ variant is circulating and raising concern. Here’s what to know about it
Detections of this subclade have risen rapidly since August 2025.
To find living donors for kidney transplants, a pilot program turns to social networks
The Great Social Experiment pairs patients with "angel advocates."
Worried about health insurance costs? There may be cheaper options — but with trade-offs
Frustrated consumers may have to make sacrifices on coverage to get a price they can...
Out-of-pocket pain from high-deductible plans means skimping on care
High-deductible plans pose a particular challenge for those with chronic conditions.