Health

Finding healthy ways to keep symptoms at bay.

Despite life returning somewhat to normal - researchers say binge eating is still a problem for teens.

Now, a new “smart knee” component may give patients and doctors valuable feedback.

For those who have previous heart conditions or may be at risk, it’s crucial to listen to the body before heading outside.

A group of researchers with the Michigan State University College of Nursing want to change the conversation about virtual reality and find out if it can be used to improve mental health.

Researchers are exploring the benefits of adding artificial intelligence to this potentially life-saving screening.

The high cost of insulin has led many people to skip or reduce their doses to save money, which can result in dangerously high blood sugar levels and organ damage.

Patient advocates have long called for insulin price cuts to help uninsured people who would not be affected by price caps tied to insurance coverage.

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act expires Tuesday, leaving many to deal with the rising cost of groceries.

If a tick comes home on you or your pet, you could end up with thousands of ticks in your home.

Researchers at Yale University are studying a therapy that could correct the condition before symptoms start.

Colorectal cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer in the United States. Now, new technology is detecting more potential cancers than ever before.

It’s a tricky condition that mimics Alzheimer’s, but NPH patients have three telltale symptoms: unsteady gait, memory loss, and frequent urination.

Residents who suspect they may be experiencing CO poisoning or have a CO detector alarm going off should go outside immediately and then call 911.

The reported death involves a child from Ingham County.

Your heart beats over 100,000 times a day. If your heart speeds up or feels like it’s banging against your chest, that could be a sign of atrial fibrillation - or AFib - and it could put you at risk of blood clots, strokes, and heart failure.

One out of ten babies in the United States will be born premature, putting them at higher risk of being born with a hole in their heart.

Vitamin D deficiency is common, affecting about 42% of the U.S. population.

In recent years, 12.2 million Americans have suffered from suicidal thoughts.

Did you know testicular cancer is increasing among men between the ages of 15 to 35?

The funding for these school-based health centers is part of a $25 million investment to increase access to high quality health care resources for students across the state of Michigan. In addition to Grand Ledge High School and East Lansing Public Schools, Springport Public Schools and the Concord Community School District will also get state money for new health centers.

Did you know that colorectal cancer is on the rise in young people, and is on track to become the leading cause of cancer deaths in adults under 50?

The federal government has almost $7 billion earmarked for cancer research in this year’s budget. But think about this: every year, only a small portion of that money goes to childhood cancer.

In the United States, 1 in 5 adults suffers from chronic pain.

There are 49 counties in the state without a single child psychiatrist, with most of northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula experiencing the same shortage.

“We have lots of people who get symptoms that come back.”

The race is on to make the biggest impact.

The PACT Act has expanded services for military veterans exposed to toxic chemicals and has resulted in a surge of patients enrolling in VA health care services.

A doctor on a mission to add two words to that questionnaire that could impact your health. *A warning: the included video segment does show surgery.*

The signs to look out for that may show your lungs are not healthy.