It’s well established that children have an easier time learning second languages.

Norovirus, a common cause of stomach flu, is impacting Michigan families earlier and more intensely than usual this year.

British pop star Cliff Richard has been given the all-clear after treatment for prostate cancer.

Authorities say Pakistan has launched the final nationwide anti-polio vaccination campaign of the year, aiming to protect 45 million children after more than two dozen cases of the potentially paralyzing disease were reported.

The warm scents of gingerbread and pine are holiday favorites, but experts warn they can affect indoor air quality.

Americans are feeling the strain already with less than three weeks to go until the expiration of COVID-era tax credits that have helped many people pay for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act.

Here’s our weekly round-up of what illnesses are spreading the most in Metro Detroit communities, according to our local doctors and hospitals.

The Senate failed to get anywhere on health care this week.

When 8-year-old Abram was diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma in his thigh, his family’s world shifted overnight. The news marked the start of a journey that would test their strength and endurance, while underscoring the invaluable role of compassionate care in pediatric oncology.

Florida officials are plowing ahead with a proposal to roll back certain vaccine mandates for the state’s schoolchildren.

It may feel like you are surrounded by sniffles and coughs, but flu season activity is still low in many parts of the U.S. New government data posted Friday shows that as of last week, flu activity was high in four states — Colorado, Louisiana, New Jersey and New York — and minimal or low in most others.

Illinois residents with terminal illnesses may choose to end their lives on their own terms under a law Gov. JB Pritzker has signed.

Highlighting symptoms, prevention, and treatment options for Seasonal Affective Disorder.

The Atlantic hurricane season may be over.

King Charles III says that early diagnosis and treatment will allow doctors to reduce his cancer treatment in the new year.

China will soon start collecting a value-added tax on contraceptive drugs and products for the first time in over 30 years.

Measles outbreaks in South Carolina and on the Arizona-Utah border are growing.

Hopes for solving a major health insurance issue are fading in Washington.

Navigating holiday parties can be tough for introverts and people who are shy or have social anxiety.

The Senate has rejected legislation to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits, essentially guaranteeing that millions of Americans will see a steep rise in costs at the beginning of the year.

The U.S. suicide rate has fallen after years of hovering at some of the highest levels ever reported, according to preliminary data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Federal health officials have expanded an outbreak of infant botulism tied to ByHeart baby formula to include any illnesses reported since the company began production in 2022.

A federal appeals court has ruled that a New Jersey law that permits terminally ill people to seek life-ending drugs applies only to residents of the state and not those from beyond its borders.

The New York Times and President Donald Trump are fighting again.

A wet, slushy snow has taken over most of Southeast Michigan on Wednesday, but the mess isn’t done taking shape.

The Senate is heading toward dueling partisan votes on health care this week.

The nation’s leading doctors groups are in a standoff with federal health officials over vaccines.

Federal health officials are reviewing the safety of two injectable drugs used to protect babies and toddlers from the RSV virus.

An infant botulism outbreak has sickened at least 39 babies across the U.S. and underscored the crucial role of a medication that treats the rare disease.

The most comprehensive global environment assessment ever undertaken calls for a new approach to jointly tackle the most pressing environmental issues including climate change and biodiversity loss that threaten over 1 million plant and animal species with extinction.

Initial new federal data shows the number of Americans signing up for Affordable Care Act health insurance for 2026 is moderately higher than it was at a similar time last year.

Moments after Luigi Mangione was put in handcuffs at a Pennsylvania McDonald’s, a police officer searching his backpack found a loaded gun magazine wrapped in a pair of underwear.

House Republicans in key battleground districts are working to contain the political fallout expected when thousands of their constituents face higher bills for health insurance coverage obtained through the Affordable Care Act.

Colin Farrell’s had it done — many times.

It’s an unusual side effect and one that’s recently been on the rise because of increased marijuana use: “scromiting.”

The Nordic countries are no strangers to the long, dark winter.

California officials are warning foragers about a deadly outbreak linked to wild mushrooms.

In a story published Dec. 5, 2025, about oral arguments in Massachusetts’ case against social media giant Meta Platforms, The Associated Press erroneously reported the spelling of a Massachusetts Supreme Court justice’s last name.

A federal vaccine advisory committee has voted to end a longstanding recommendation that all U.S. babies get the hepatitis B vaccine on the day they’re born.

The increased legalization and acceptance of marijuana has led to a rise in an unusual side effect known on social media as “scromiting.”

A Missouri appeals court panel has ordered new wording for a ballot measure seeking to roll back abortion rights in the state.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration warned people to stop using certain types of glucose monitor sensors that were linked to seven deaths.

With online shopping just a click away, mental health experts warn that the line between casual shopping and addiction is becoming increasingly blurred, especially during the holiday season.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has outlined a new strategy to expand its use of artificial intelligence.

The Trump administration has signed the first in what are expected to be dozens of “America First” global health agreements that prioritize combating infectious diseases in countries deemed to be aligned with the president’s broader foreign policy goals.

A federal vaccine advisory committee voted to delay a vote on whether newborns should still get the hepatitis B vaccine on the day they’re born.

Whether it comes from family responsibilities, work pressures, financial worries or personal challenges, taking care of your mental wellbeing is crucial, especially during times of heightened tension.

Some experts suggest eating treats before a meal to avoid “saving room for dessert,” while others recommend saving sweets for last to prevent filling up on empty calories.

A new survey of Affordable Care Act health insurance enrollees finds that many are already struggling with the high cost of health care.

Minutes after police approached Luigi Mangione in a Pennsylvania McDonald’s, he told an officer he didn’t want to talk.

A dozen prior leaders of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a scathing denunciation of an FDA memo to staff that made sweeping claims casting doubt on vaccine safety.

A new study suggests a single HPV vaccination appears just as effective as two doses at preventing the viral infection that causes cervical cancer.

Two pregnant Black women recently faced alarming neglect at hospitals in Indiana and Texas, highlighting racial disparities in maternal care.

Researchers who examined climate change’s potential effect on the global economy say data errors led them to slightly overstate an expected drop in income over the next 25 years.

San Francisco has filed a lawsuit against major food manufacturers like Coca-Cola and Nestle, claiming ultraprocessed foods are causing a public health crisis.

The West Virginia Supreme Court has paused a ruling that allowed parents to use religious beliefs to opt out of required school vaccines for their children.

A new wave of peptides, often banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency, is easily available online, raising concerns about potential Olympic doping scandals.

Hopes for an extension of health care subsidies are dwindling in Congress.

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has replaced the head of his controversial vaccine advisory committee.

With recent foodborne illness outbreaks, a registered dietitian nutritionist from Henry Ford Health highlighted how families can stay safe and what to know about the outbreaks.

A new type of lens approved by the FDA promises to slow nearsightedness in children.

Donald Trump’s doctor says the president had MRI imaging on his heart and abdomen in October as part of a preventative screening for men his age.

The holiday season is a popular time for volunteering, but experts say giving back is beneficial year-round.

THC-infused drinks and snacks have soared in popularity as alcohol sales have declined in recent years.

As millions of Americans prepare for their Thanksgiving feast, medical experts warn that holiday indulgence could trigger more than just ordinary heartburn for some diners.

A West Virginia judge has ruled that parents can use religious beliefs to opt out of required school vaccines for their children.

The Trump administration says pharmaceutical companies have agreed to slash the Medicare prices for 15 prescription drugs after months of negotiations and that it's expected to produce billions in savings for older adults.

Nobody wants to be sick during the holidays, and nothing derails family plans quite as fast as a stomach virus.

The man charged with killing three people at a Colorado Planned Parenthood clinic in 2015 because it offered abortion services has died in federal custody.

A health care proposal circulated by the White House in recent days is running into Republican divisions on the issue.

The makers of ByHeart infant formula say tests of products tied to a botulism outbreak show that all of the company's products may have been contaminated.

Cannabis use among young adults has reached historic levels, with nearly 18 million Americans using marijuana daily in 2022.

As daily cannabis use rises to historic levels in the U.S., some longtime users are finding it harder to quit.

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The White House is circulating a proposal to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies for two more years.

Laundry is a never-ending chore in many homes. But how often do people wash their sheets? Experts say most are not washing them often enough.

Experts have mixed reactions to the recent U.N. climate talks in the Amazon.

Food safety experts say that six crucial kitchen tools are the key to a safe and savory Thanksgiving dinner.

Slovenians have rejected in a referendum a law that allowed terminally ill patients to end their lives.

Brazilian former President Jair Bolsonaro is preparing to serve a 27-year sentence for attempting a coup.

At least five families say their babies were treated for infant botulism after consuming ByHeart formula months before a current outbreak was detected.

A Washington state resident is believed to be the first person to die from a rare strain of bird flu, but state health officials say the risk to the public is low.

The U.S. flu season is starting slowly, and it’s not clear if it will be as bad as last winter’s.

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told The New York Times in an interview that he personally directed the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to update its website to contradict its longtime guidance that vaccines don’t cause autism.

While heart disease, diabetes and prediabetes are the most common health concerns related to obesity, many other conditions can arise.

A new play titled “Kramer/Fauci” explores the complex relationship between playwright and AIDS activist Larry Kramer and Dr. Anthony Fauci.

Many of the activists, scientists and government leaders at United Nations climate talks underway in Brazil have a beef: They want more to be done to transform the world’s food system.

The World Health Organization has declared Indonesia’s polio outbreak officially over following nearly three years of intensive response efforts.

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is fending off criticism from his own base as some of the environmental and anti-vaccine activists who propelled him into politics have said they want stronger action against vaccines and pharmaceutical companies.

Here’s our weekly round-up of what illnesses are spreading the most in Metro Detroit communities, according to our local doctors and hospitals.

Health officials are examining the broader implications of gel polish use on both nail health and overall wellness.

President Donald Trump is once more targeting former President Barack Obama’s signature health care law, and Trump is picking a political fight before next year’s elections.

A public inquiry has criticized the U_K_'s initial COVID-19 response in early 2020 as “too little, too late.”.

Fire disrupted United Nations climate talks with just two scheduled days left and negotiators yet to announce any major agreements.

The Trump administration has revised a website to contradict the scientific consensus that vaccines don't cause autism.

Students preparing to study abroad often have long checklists, but the experience of learning and living in another country can be challenging in unexpected ways.

Sometimes our immune system runs amok and attacks the organ that makes us “us” — the brain.

Health officials say at least 31 babies in 15 states have been treated for botulism as an outbreak tied to ByHeart formula continues to grow.

The return of Brazil’s president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to UN climate talks was hoped to spur nations to meet a self-imposed early deadline for progress on tough issues.

U.S. consumers who have had their fill of protein-enhanced cereal and ice cream are about to meet the next big food fad.