Health & Fitness

Published March 18, 2019

Make managing your health the priority during National Nutrition Month

METRO DETROIT — The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is urging Michiganders to make informed diet choices during March, which is National Nutrition Month.

Published March 14, 2019

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More measles cases confirmed in Oakland County

METRO DETROIT — The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and the Oakland County Health Division confirmed a total of 38 measles cases April 5. The cases follow an announcement made March 13 by the Oakland County Health Division confirming a case of travel-related measles.

Published March 13, 2019

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Giving CBD oil a try

METRO DETROIT — It’s an all-natural product that can reportedly treat chronic pain, ease anxiety and bring sleep to those suffering from insomnia — with few to no side effects or drug interactions. But about half of those who hear about this supposed wonder drug won’t even try it because of its association with marijuana. It’s cannabidiol, better known as CBD oil.

Published March 8, 2019

Madison - Park News

School presentation to educate families on importance of sleep

MADISON HEIGHTS — After five years on a waiting list, Hiller Elementary in the Lamphere Schools district has received a grant to host a popular program that seeks to promote healthy sleep habits among students and their families.

Published March 5, 2019

Troy Times

Troy library program will examine using cannabis to manage pain

TROY — A cannabis health consultant will share information at the Troy Public Library on how cannabis (marijuana) products can be used to alleviate pain.

Published March 4, 2019

Shelby - Utica News

Society to raise funds for Huntington’s disease research

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — For a decade, the Huntington’s Disease Society of America Michigan Chapter has been holding a special event to help raise funds toward finding a cure.

Published February 21, 2019

West Bloomfield Beacon

Mobile Meditation workshops to give peace of mind at high school

WEST BLOOMFIELD — With stressors on the rise in the lives of today’s youths, what better way to combat them in school than with a little mindfulness? That is the goal of a partnership between LaFontaine Automotive Group, the Greater West Bloomfield Community Coalition and a mobile meditation clinic called Meditation Works.

Published February 15, 2019

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Two years of tears, camaraderie and fighting despair

MACOMB COUNTY — An ongoing opioid epidemic, smothered by stories of addiction and distorted views in the court of public opinion, gave people like Linda Davis some hesitation when the Hope Not Handcuffs program commenced in February 2017.

Pictured from left is Chase Hudspeth, Jamie Thiel, Sallie Hudspeth, Chelsea Hudspeth and Clay Hudspeth. Sallie, of Macomb Township, is in need of a heart transplant. A “Rally for Sallie” will be held Feb. 17 at the Mirage Banquet Hall in Clinton Township.

Published February 5, 2019

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‘Rally for Sallie’ set to assist mother in need of heart transplant

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Sallie Hudspeth and her family are described as kind, strong, hard-working people who never ask for help.

Team members Elizabeth Niemenski, 16, front; Julia Tatone, 16; and Mindy Leidal, 17, all of Farmington Hills, attend a practice Feb. 2.

Published February 5, 2019

Farmington Press

United Farmington Figure Skating Team looks for skaters

Male and female skaters from North Farmington, Farmington and Harrison high schools are welcome to join. The club sport offers members the potential to earn a club varsity letter and welcomes skaters of all levels.

Published February 4, 2019

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Students learn about, excel in health science programs

FRASER/MACOMB TOWNSHIP — On Jan. 19, at Fraser High School, health science students from Macomb and St. Clair counties took part in the Michigan Health Occupations Students of America Future Health Professionals Region 4 Leadership Conference.

Cathi Johnson, a registered nurse at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital in Clinton Township, takes the blood pressure of Jim Alvaro during a recent diabetes prevention class.

Published February 4, 2019

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Henry Ford Macomb Hospital recognized for diabetes prevention program

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Henry Ford Macomb Hospital is officially on the national radar when it comes to diabetes prevention.

Published January 30, 2019

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Home exercise space can be bare bones or high tech

METRO DETROIT — Cold, wet weather and icy streets can kill one’s motivation to stay physically active.

Published January 30, 2019

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Organizations share plant-based lifestyle experiences, benefits

METRO DETROIT — At the age of 55, Paul Chatlin could not walk more than seven steps without having to stop and take several breaths. He also found out he had three blocked coronary arteries and was a candidate for bypass surgery.

Published January 29, 2019

Grosse Pointe Times

Support group forms for those who’ve lost loved ones to suicide

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — After their oldest son, Kevin, died from suicide in March 2013, Gail and John Urso, of Grosse Pointe Park, knew they needed help dealing with the overwhelming grief.

Ten of the 11 pregnant nurses ham it up before or after their shifts in the Family Birth Center at Beaumont Hospital, Troy.

Published January 29, 2019

Troy Times

Eleven pregnant nurses deliver care in labor and delivery unit in Troy

TROY — Eleven nurses helping mothers, brand-new babies and families in the Family Birth Center at Beaumont Hospital, Troy, are in the family way themselves.

Published January 29, 2019

Royal Oak Review

Good nutrition begins with good grocery shopping

ROYAL OAK — For many, a top priority in the new year is to increase healthy eating, which for the most part, begins with food purchased at the grocery store. With so many options, it can prove difficult to select the best choices.

Published January 15, 2019

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New mental health CEO wants to reduce stigma, offer empathy

MACOMB COUNTY — Macomb County Community Mental Health has a new CEO.

Published January 10, 2019

Mount Clemens - Clinton - Harrison Journal

Local elementary students learn about nutrition through lively show

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — Students at South River Elementary School got into the groove of living healthy when the nationally acclaimed rock ’n’ roll nutrition show Jump with Jill stopped by Harrison Township Jan. 8. The high-octane and humorous program, led by an energetic character named “Jill” and her sidekick “DJ Slick Nick,” fused educational lessons with music, songs and dancing, as well as a little acrobatics.

Published December 28, 2018

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Running groups offer events, support

METRO DETROIT — William Hill doesn’t just make small talk. What began as a throwaway conversation for the Farmington resident with his neighbor became a transformative idea that has changed the lives of many people in the Farmington area and beyond.