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Get Your Flu Shot Last Updated: 7:35 PM 10/07/08 - Why it's important to get immunized, and where you can go to get your flu shot. (Full Story)

Link Made Between Children's Pain Reliever and Asthma Last Updated: 1:52 PM 10/07/08 - Researchers in New Zealand say they've found a link between Acetaminophen -- commonly found in Tylenol -- and asthma and allergies in children. (Full Story)

E. coli Outbreak Widens Last Updated: 2:04 PM 10/02/08 - 34 cases now reported in Michigan (Full Story)

West Nile Virus Slowing in Michigan Last Updated: 4:26 PM 09/22/08 - Number of cases drops from 2007. (Full Story)

Delicious Dental Treat Last Updated: 7:42 PM 09/17/08 - Researchers are studying special lollipops given to Headstart children to help fight tooth decay. (Full Story)

Baby Bottle Safety Last Updated: 2:30 PM 09/16/08 - FDA defends plastic linked with health risks (Full Story)

Stand Up to Cancer Last Updated: 7:47 PM 09/05/08 - A preview of the fund- and awareness-raising telethon airing on all three networks Friday at 8pm and what it means for Mid-Michigan. (Full Story)

FDA: Risky Arthritis Drugs Last Updated: 4:29 PM 09/04/08 - FDA orders stronger warnings for 4 arthritis drugs (Full Story)

Horrible Allergy Season Last Updated: 7:52 PM 08/28/08 - So many have been complaining of an extra-harsh allergies (Full Story)

Infections May Play Role in Premature Births Last Updated: 2:11 PM 08/26/08 - Researchers can't prove they actually cause early labor. (Full Story)

New Flu Shot Recommendations Last Updated: 3:18 PM 08/12/08 - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say kids age 5 to 18 should also get flu shots this season. (Full Story)

Stem Cell Research Ballot Last Updated: 3:17 PM 08/12/08 - Opposition to stem cell proposal selects leaders (Full Story)

Makers of Vioxx Paying Out $58M Last Updated: 8:29 PM 05/20/08 - Michigan one of 29 states involved in settlement as Michigan lawmakers call on company to stop misleading ads. (Full Story)

Consequences of Lack of Sun Last Updated: 9:28 AM 04/28/08 - Mid-Michigan's lack of sun can increase people's chances for a variety of diseases. (Full Story)

Getting Kids Interested in Healthcare Last Updated: 9:30 AM 04/28/08 - It's never too early to get kids interested in careers in the healthcare industry. (Full Story)

New Endoscopy Procedure Last Updated: 6:23 PM 02/20/08 - Local doctors are getting a better view inside patients' bodies. (Full Story)

Hormone Free Milk? Last Updated: 8:23 PM 02/18/08 - What's being labeled "hormone free milk" is not actually hormone free. (Full Story)

Carotid Artery Screenings Last Updated: 7:46 PM 02/13/08 - A Mid-Michigan hospital is starting a new screening program to help prevent strokes and heart disease. (Full Story)

"Jackson Wellness Project" Last Updated: 7:30 PM 01/29/08 - One Mid-Michigan school district is helping its employees live healthier lifestyles. (Full Story)

HGB Sleep Station Last Updated: 7:25 PM 01/22/08 - A Mid-Michigan hospital opens a brand new center for sleep disorders. (Full Story)

The Plague of Dry Skin Last Updated: 9:35 PM 01/21/08 - Dry skin is plaguing Mid-Michigan. Here are some tips to help keep your skin hydrated. (Full Story)

Nursing Home Inspections Last Updated: 6:05 PM 01/11/08 - The Bureau of Health Systems is making sure nursing homes, in our state, are following the rules. (Full Story)

"Linking Lansing with You" Last Updated: 5:25 PM 03/06/07 - A new partnership between the city of Lansing and MSU hopes to encourage students, including those studying healthcare, to work in the capital city after graduation. (Full Story)

Alison House Last Updated: 5:48 PM 03/07/07 - An apartment complex, specifically designed for those with physical disabilites, is now ready to take tenants. (Full Story)

Number of Kids on ADHD Medications Climbs Last Updated: 5:58 PM 03/08/07 - A new study reveals the number of children on prescription medication for ADHD has tripled since last decade. (Full Story)

High-Tech Equipment in Rural Hospitals Last Updated: 5:18 PM 03/12/07 - High tech equipment isn't reserved for large hospitals anymore as more and more rural healthcare facilities purchase advanced technology. (Full Story)

Need for Heart Centers Last Updated: 5:27 PM 03/13/07 - As the baby boomer generation ages, heart centers are becoming a necessity. (Full Story)

Mild Flu Season Last Updated: 2:05 PM 03/14/07 - It's another mild flu season for the area. Is there a reason why the community hasn't seen an outbreak in a couple of years? (Full Story)

Creating a "Heart Safe" Community Last Updated: 6:29 PM 03/05/07 - The Meridian Township Fire Department has received a federal grant it will use to create a "heart safe" community. (Full Story)

Mental Health Parity Last Updated: 6:36 PM 03/01/07 - A bipartisan group of state representatives want Michiganders to receive the same healthcare coverage for mental illness as for physical ailments. (Full Story)

Coping with Cancer Last Updated: 4:29 PM 03/22/07 - It's not easy living with cancer. That's why the support of family and friends is so important. (Full Story)

Parkinson's Disease Last Updated: 4:08 PM 03/23/07 - A dietary supplement could possibly be the one thing to slow down the progression of Parkinson's disease. (Full Story)

Kidney Disease Last Updated: 3:42 PM 05/03/07 - A local man takes charge of his treatment for kidney disease. (Full Story)

Osteoporosis Last Updated: 4:04 PM 04/30/07 - According to the Michigan Coalition for Bone Health 1.5 million, in state, are at risk for developing osteoporosis. (Full Story)

Pollen Counts Expected to Spike Last Updated: 4:56 PM 04/27/07 - With the warmer weather and clearer skies comes a higher chance of developing allergy symptoms. (Full Story)

Intraoperative Neuromonitoring System Last Updated: 5:05 PM 04/24/07 - One local hospital now has a device to make spinal surgeries safer. (Full Story)

Free Medical Clinic Last Updated: 4:46 PM 04/23/07 - A brand new medical clinic just opened in Lansing, and it's free. (Full Story)

VitalStim Therapy Last Updated: 4:54 PM 04/17/07 - A new device at a local hospital is helping people regain their ability to swallow and eat again. (Full Story)

Learning Healthy Habits Early Last Updated: 5:14 PM 04/13/07 - On Saturday, YMCA's across the country will host National Healthy Kids Day in order to combat obesity. (Full Story)

Michigan on the Move Last Updated: 5:11 PM 04/12/07 - Hundreds of people in Charlotte plan to add at least 2,000 more steps to their daily routine. (Full Story)

Organ Donor Awareness Last Updated: 5:08 PM 04/09/07 - Monday is the start of the Office of the Secretary of State's Organ Donor Awareness Campaign. (Full Story)

Autism Last Updated: 5:14 PM 04/06/07 - Early diagnosis is key when it comes to autism. (Full Story)

Lack of Sleep and Your Heart Last Updated: 4:43 PM 04/03/07 - A new study links sleep disturbances to an increased risk for blood clots and heart disease. (Full Story)

Open MRI Last Updated: 3:54 PM 03/29/07 - Michigan State University unveils new technology aimed at helping the claustrophobic and obese. (Full Story)

Breast MRI Last Updated: 4:21 PM 03/28/07 - The American Cancer Society has new recommendations for women who are at an extremely high risk for breast cancer. (Full Story)

Hip Resurfacing Last Updated: 1:44 PM 03/26/07 - An alternative to total hip replacements is making a comeback after more than 30 years. (Full Story)

Decreasing ER Wait Time Last Updated: 4:16 PM 05/04/07 - One local hospital is implementing a process, used by auto manufacturers, to lessen a patient's wait time in the ER. (Full Story)

Freezing Temperatures Affect Breathing Last Updated: 7:06 PM 02/05/07 - The bitterly cold temperatures can make breathing difficult. (Full Story)

Varnish! Michigan Last Updated: 3:50 PM 05/14/07 - A new program will provide free dental treatments for more than 1,400 children in our area. (Full Story)

Hybrid Clinic Last Updated: 4:53 PM 06/08/07 - A new Mid-Michigan clinic is a cross between an emergency department and urgent care center. (Full Story)