Category Archives: Health & Medicine
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
How Do Parents Handle Their Children Swearing?
PODCAST: Jan. 22, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds talk swearing with Sarah Clark, co-director of the Mott Poll. They discuss changing norms and how parents handle their kids usi...
Jan 22, 2026
Michigan Reaches Top Activity Level in Flu Surge According to CDC
Jan. 7, 2026 ~ Linoj Samuel, division head of clinical microbiology at Henry Ford Health, discusses the flu surge in Michigan and the United States.DETROIT, MI ~ Michigan is one of 18 states in the co...
Jan 07, 2026
Guy Gordon Details New Medical Technology from CES 2026 on "Focus"
Jan. 7, 2026 ~ From Day Two of CES 2026, Guy Gordon presents Paul W. Smith with a look at how cutting-edge tech is transforming aging and wellness. From AI-powered fall detection and smart toothbrushe...
Jan 07, 2026
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May 22, 2026 ~ Jamie Butters, expert auto journalist, previews his new show ‘Autotown‘, starting this Saturday at 7 a.m.
May 22, 2026 ~ Mallory McMorrow, candidate for U.S. Senate, discusses her newly released plan to protect Michigan families from online scams.
May 22, 2026 ~ Patrick Anderson, Principal and CEO of Anderson Economic Group, discusses the swearing-in of a new Federal Reserve Chair and what it could mean for the economy.
