Category Archives: Health & Medicine
New Fentanyl Vaccine in Development
April 1, 2026 ~ Jamie McCarthy discusses a groundbreaking development in the fight against opioid addiction-a vaccine designed to block the effects of fentanyl before overdose occurs. As human trials ...
Apr 01, 2026
The Bonnell Foundation Helps People Navigate the Difficulties of Cystic Fibrosis
PODCAST: March 29, 2026 ~ Afterschool With Youth for Youth (WYFY) is a multifaceted initiative that empowers young people to redesign afterschool programming from the ground up. Coordinated by Youthpr...
Mar 29, 2026
Pharmacy Deserts Growing in Michigan
March 13, 2026 ~ American Pharmacies EVP/General Counsel Miguel Rodriguez shares the tough times local pharmacies are facing in Michigan.DETROIT, MICH. ~ Independent pharmacies are struggling in Michi...
Mar 13, 2026
Michigan Sees First Confirmed Measles Case of 2026
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI ~ On Wednesday, the Washtenaw County Health Department reported a measles case, making it Michigan's first confirmed measles case of the year. The contagious virus was found in an...
Mar 12, 2026
Contract Talks Continue Between UofM Health and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan as Deadline Inches Closer
March 11, 2026 ~ Luanne Thomas Ewald explains Michigan Medicine's perspective on ongoing discussions with Blue Cross and the next steps in resolving highstakes healthcare issues.ANN ARBOR, MICH. ~ For...
Mar 11, 2026
Keys to Adjusting to Daylight Saving Time
March 9, 2026 ~ Philp Cheng, Ph.D. and sleep researcher with Henry Ford Health, discusses how long health effects of Daylight Saving Time ends.DETROIT, MICH. ~ Clocks moved ahead one-hour at 2 a.m. on...
Mar 09, 2026
Covenant Community Care Announces Centering Pregnancy Program
PODCAST: March 8, 2026 ~ The Chaldean American Ladies of Charity (CALC) was formed in 1961 when 20 refugee and immigrant women sought to support other families and individuals in rebuilding their live...
Mar 08, 2026
Novo to Slash GLP-1 Prices
DETROIT, MICH. ~ Starting in 2027, Novo Nordisk will cut the costs of monthly supplies of three GLP-1's that help with diabetes and weight-loss. A four-week supply of Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus wil...
Feb 25, 2026
Plastic Surgery Group Suggests Age Limit for Gender Affirmation Surgery
PODCAST: Feb. 19, 2026 ~ Boardcertified plastic surgeon Dr. Mike Busuito joins Rocky Raczkowski to discuss a new statement from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, which advises against genderaf...
Feb 19, 2026
Weight-Loss Drugs Could Help Lower Fuel Costs for Airlines
Jan. 22, 2026 ~ Former US Department of Transportation Inspector General Mary Schiavo joins Kevin Dietz to talk about a new study finding that weight loss drugs could lead to airlines saving millions ...
Jan 22, 2026
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April 3, 2026 ~ Dave Beachnau, CEO of the Detroit Local Organizing Committee for the 2027 NCAA Men’s Final Four, joins Kevin Dietz live from Indy to talk about Detroit’s preparations, the economic and cultural impact of hosting the Final Four, and what fans can expect when the event comes to downtown Detroit.
April 3, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Jamie Edmonds talk with Tony Paul, a Detroit News reporter, about the Detroit Tigers’ upcoming season. They also discuss Tony’s top baseball movie character.
April 3, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Jamie Edmonds speak with Walker Hosley, a regional manager at Groundworks, about how winter weather affects home foundations and what to look for.
