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Health

Some hospitals are now adopting new technology designed to capture sharper images in a quarter...

Your Health: Catching cancer early with new scanning technology

Updated: 53 minutes ago
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By Maureen Halliday
If you’ve ever needed a body scan after an injury, or potentially for cancer, you know what it feels like to be very still inside a tight tube. Some hospitals are now adopting new technology designed to capture sharper images in a quarter of the time.

Health

One man says he hopes his experience will help others.

Your Health: Finding the cause of advanced heart disease

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Maureen Halliday
One man says he hopes his experience will help others.

Health

More than six million Americans have heart failure, meaning the heart can't pump enough blood...

Your Health: New device for the right side of the heart

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Maureen Halliday
More than six million Americans have heart failure, meaning the heart can’t pump enough blood to support the rest of the organs in the body. For years, doctors have used left ventricular assist devices, or LVADs, to help the patient get stronger.

Health

Researchers are now looking at a program using artificial intelligence to catch the tiniest...

Your Health: Catching cancer with artificial intelligence

Updated: Mar. 20, 2023 at 3:09 PM EDT
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By Maureen Halliday
Researchers are now looking at a program using artificial intelligence to catch the tiniest cancers that might be easy to miss.

Health

Your Health: Benefits of brain stimulation

Updated: Mar. 20, 2023 at 1:15 PM EDT
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By Maureen Halliday
Scientists are looking at the benefits of brain stimulation to improve memory, mental health, and dozens of other conditions.

Health

Your Health: Device designed to alleviate heart pressure

Updated: Mar. 20, 2023 at 12:29 PM EDT
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By Maureen Halliday
For the first time, doctors are testing a tiny device designed to relieve the pressure and give patients back their lives.

Health

Your Health: Freeze the pain away

Updated: Mar. 20, 2023 at 11:38 AM EDT
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By Maureen Halliday
Cryo nerve block uses a probe cooled to -60° C to deaden the nerves that transmit the pain signals.

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Lansing nonprofit installs Narcan vending machine to save lives

Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 7:14 PM EDT
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By Riley Connell
Lansing-based nonprofit, Lifeboat Addiction Recovery Services, has welcomed a free Narcan vending machine into its facility on Michigan Avenue.

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March Madness spurs increase in vasectomies, says Sparrow doctor

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 9:04 PM EDT
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By WILX News 10
It’s common medical advice for men to take it easy for a few days after getting a vasectomy, and apparently, March Madness is the perfect time to do it.

Health

Your Health: Diabetes drug helps with weight loss

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 12:57 PM EDT
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By Maureen Halliday
For people with obesity, lifestyle changes might not be enough.
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Health

Your Health: Helping patients with spinal cord injuries

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 11:56 AM EDT
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By Maureen Halliday
Researchers are working on innovative ways to help their patients enjoy the things they thought they would never do again.

Health

Your Health: A new drug for metastatic breast cancer

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 3:30 PM EDT
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By Maureen Halliday
Doctors now have a new drug for women with metastatic breast cancer when nothing else has worked.

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First-ever avian influenza detection in Eaton County backyard flock

Updated: Mar. 14, 2023 at 7:18 PM EDT
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By Ta'Niyah Jordan
It’s not just the first time avian influenza was detected in Michigan this year, Calogera said it’s the first time it’s ever been in Eaton County.

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Help save lives: East Lansing Public Library to host blood drive

Updated: Mar. 14, 2023 at 3:40 PM EDT
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By WILX News 10
The American Red Cross has called on people to sign up for donation slots on their website using the sponsor code “ELPL.”

Covid Coverage

Coronavirus Update: Michigan reports 7,438 new cases, 73 deaths over past 7 days

Updated: Mar. 14, 2023 at 3:20 PM EDT
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By Dane Kelly
The number of coronavirus cases and hospitalizations in Michigan has increased this week.

Covid Coverage

3-year anniversary of COVID in Michigan

Updated: Mar. 10, 2023 at 6:47 PM EST
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By Riley Connell
It may seem like only yesterday that Gov. Gretchen Whitmer declared a State of Emergency for Michigan, but as of March 10, it’s officially been three years of COVID-19.

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Sparrow Hospital introduces minimally invasive feeding tube procedure using magnets

Updated: Mar. 9, 2023 at 7:14 PM EST
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By Sarah Marilyn
Dr. Mohanad Saleh is the first to perform this new feeding tube procedure in Michigan, and he said it is reducing complications and getting patients home sooner.

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New app aims to reduce, prevent drug overdoses

Updated: Mar. 8, 2023 at 4:50 PM EST
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By WILX News 10
The app is designed to help anyone - including first responders - by providing resources to prevent opioid overdoses.

Health

Your Health: Safe driving for people with epilepsy

Updated: Mar. 8, 2023 at 1:11 PM EST
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By Maureen Halliday
Showing that EEG testing may be a more accurate way to predict driver safety.

News

Know the Weed Facts: Ingham County continues campaign on safe marijuana use

Updated: Mar. 6, 2023 at 10:12 PM EST
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By Jordyn Burrell
The Ingham County Health Department said that in their new campaign, they will be directly communicating with their audience through targeted marketing and communication.

Health

Your Health: A special diet for multiple sclerosis

Updated: Mar. 6, 2023 at 11:21 AM EST
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By Maureen Halliday
Finding healthy ways to keep symptoms at bay.

Health

Your Health: Increase in teen binge eating after COVID-19

Updated: Mar. 6, 2023 at 10:57 AM EST
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By Maureen Halliday
Despite life returning somewhat to normal - researchers say binge eating is still a problem for teens.

Health

Your Health: Stepping success with smart knee

Updated: Mar. 6, 2023 at 10:26 AM EST
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By Maureen Halliday
Now, a new “smart knee” component may give patients and doctors valuable feedback.

News

Tips to reduce heart strain while shoveling snow

Updated: Mar. 3, 2023 at 6:25 PM EST
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By Amaya Kuznicki
For those who have previous heart conditions or may be at risk, it’s crucial to listen to the body before heading outside.

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MSU researchers explore use of virtual reality to improve mental health for caregivers

Updated: Mar. 3, 2023 at 6:14 PM EST
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By Riley Connell
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.

Health

Your Health: The future of breast cancer detection

Updated: Mar. 3, 2023 at 1:07 PM EST
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By Maureen Halliday
Researchers are exploring the benefits of adding artificial intelligence to this potentially life-saving screening.

News

Michiganders, health experts celebrate Eli Lilly’s decision to lower insulin prices

Updated: Mar. 2, 2023 at 6:54 PM EST
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By Sarah Marilyn
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.

National

Lilly plans to slash some insulin prices, expand cost cap

Updated: Mar. 1, 2023 at 8:59 PM EST
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By TOM MURPHY
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.

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Millions at risk of food insecurity as emergency assistance program ends

Updated: Feb. 28, 2023 at 7:05 PM EST
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By Sarah Marilyn
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act expires Tuesday, leaving many to deal with the rising cost of groceries.

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Michigan sees uptick in mid-winter tick bites

Updated: Feb. 28, 2023 at 6:24 PM EST
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By Erin Bowling
If a tick comes home on you or your pet, you could end up with thousands of ticks in your home.

Health

Your Health: Gene therapy for cystic fibrosis

Updated: Feb. 28, 2023 at 12:12 PM EST
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By Maureen Halliday
Researchers at Yale University are studying a therapy that could correct the condition before symptoms start.

Health

Your Health: Smart colonoscopy

Updated: Feb. 28, 2023 at 9:42 AM EST
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By Maureen Halliday
Colorectal cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer in the United States. Now, new technology is detecting more potential cancers than ever before.

Health

Your Health: A new treatment for normal pressure hydrocephalus

Updated: Feb. 28, 2023 at 9:24 AM EST
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By Maureen Halliday
It’s a tricky condition that mimics Alzheimer’s, but NPH patients have three telltale symptoms: unsteady gait, memory loss, and frequent urination.

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Michigan Health Department warns of carbon monoxide risks during power outages

Updated: Feb. 24, 2023 at 8:32 PM EST
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By Dane Kelly
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.

News

State reports first flu-related child death

Updated: Feb. 23, 2023 at 6:29 PM EST
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By WILX News 10 and Ta'Niyah Jordan
The reported death involves a child from Ingham County.

Health

Your Health: New device helping people with AFib

Updated: Feb. 23, 2023 at 1:05 PM EST
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By Maureen Halliday
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.

Health

Your Health: A new device for open-heart surgery in babies

Updated: Feb. 21, 2023 at 5:17 PM EST
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By Maureen Halliday
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.

Health

Your Health: Saving lives with vitamin D

Updated: Feb. 17, 2023 at 12:43 PM EST
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By Maureen Halliday
Vitamin D deficiency is common, affecting about 42% of the U.S. population.

Health

Your Health: How folic acid impacts suicide risks

Updated: Feb. 17, 2023 at 11:23 AM EST
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By Maureen Halliday
In recent years, 12.2 million Americans have suffered from suicidal thoughts.

Health

Your Health: Testicular cancer signs deadly to ignore

Updated: Feb. 13, 2023 at 1:23 PM EST
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By Maureen Halliday
Did you know testicular cancer is increasing among men between the ages of 15 to 35?

News

Michigan students get access to healthcare centers inside their schools

Updated: Feb. 10, 2023 at 5:44 PM EST
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By Ta'Niyah Jordan
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.

Health

Your Health: Colon cancer in young patients

Updated: Feb. 10, 2023 at 11:35 AM EST
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By Maureen Halliday
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?

Health

Your Health: Pediatric cancer fighting for funding

Updated: Feb. 10, 2023 at 10:56 AM EST
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By Maureen Halliday
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.

Health

Your Health: Treating chronic pain naturally

Updated: Feb. 10, 2023 at 10:18 AM EST
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By Maureen Halliday
In the United States, 1 in 5 adults suffers from chronic pain.

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What’s being done to address Michigan’s mental health care shortage

Updated: Feb. 9, 2023 at 6:36 PM EST
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By Erin Bowling
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.

Health

Your Health: COVID-19 encore, Paxlovid rebound

Updated: Feb. 9, 2023 at 2:22 PM EST
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By Maureen Halliday
“We have lots of people who get symptoms that come back.”

News

Make a difference - MSU takes part in ‘Big Ten Blood Battle’

Updated: Feb. 8, 2023 at 5:47 PM EST
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By Erin Bowling
The race is on to make the biggest impact.

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More military veterans get medical help with passage of PACT Act

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 6:30 PM EST
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By Ta'Niyah Jordan
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.

Health

Your Health: Brain aneurysms - the family connection

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 11:23 AM EST
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By Maureen Halliday
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.*

Health

Your Health: Signs your lungs aren’t healthy

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 9:36 AM EST
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By Maureen Halliday
The signs to look out for that may show your lungs are not healthy.
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