An Easy Cure for Chronic Leg Pain
Most people don’t realize that aching, tired legs are caused by a very common condition known as Venous Insufficiency. It’s often associated with varicose veins, but not always.
New Study Links Secondhand Smoke to Sinus Conditions
A new study at Henry Ford reveals more dangers of secondhand smoke.
Health
Ask The Doctor: February 2010
This month: Snow shoveling and heart attacks.
Ask the Doctor: August 2009
This Month: ‘Death Panels’ and end-of-life discussions
The Vitamin Alphabet Begins with “D”
Vitamins are needed for growth, metabolism, & development.
Ask the Doctor: July 2009
This Month: What electronic medical records mean to you.
What’s In A Name?
Ever wonder what all those doctor specialties do? Well now you’ll know!
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The One (And a Half) Month Later iPad Review.
Is it all it’s cracked up to be, or is it an expensive paperweight?
Gadget Gift Guide 2009
Your resident Gadget Geek dishes on the best of the season for 2009!
Gadgets & Gear: September 2009
Gone to the Dark Side. Once you go Mac, you’ll never go back!
Gadgets & Gear: July 2009
We’re back and better than ever! What can you expect from the new site? Let us know what you think.
Review: FSS BlueMax 70 Light
Review of the Full Spectrum Solutions BlueMax 70 Light.
Read More Posts From This CategorySports & Fitness
Don’t Let Ninjas Sabotage Your Health
Bob Budai helps you defeat those ‘Health Ninjas’!
Fitness: The Most Bang for Your Buck
Fitness expert Bob Budai gives you fitness options for any budget.
Golf Learning Aids
Tools to help keep up your game during the winter months.
Trouble Shots Around the Green
Knowing how to play from bad lies around the green can save you strokes.
Politically Incorrect Weight Loss
Cut the bull! Straight talk on losing weight.
Read More Posts From This CategoryFood & Nutrition
Healthy Holiday Recipes for the New Year
Some tasty and healthy recipes to start 2010 off right!
Poached Eggs Your Way
How to properly poach an egg, for a healthy and delicious meal.
Invest in Your Health
Buying the gift of health, for yourself or a loved one.
Healthy Recipes: December 2008
This Month: Brownies & Black and White Bean Dip
How to Enjoy Thanksgiving Without Going Overboard!
How to enjoy a delicious, and healthy, Thanksgiving Day.
Read More Posts From This CategoryHealthy Happenings
Genesys Conducts Diabetes Care seminarGrand Blanc, MI – “Achieving excellence in diabetes care,” a one day seminar offered by Genesys on Wednesday, Nov. 10, is designed for nurses, physicians and other health care providers who manage patients with diabetes. This full day of lectures by specialists in the field of diabetes takes place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Genesys... [More...]
Henry Ford Hospital Performs First Intestine Transplant in MichiganDetroit, MI – The first intestine (bowel) transplant in Michigan was performed on a 50-year-old patient from Port Austin by physicians at Henry Ford Hospital. The 11-hour surgery was performed on August 21 and 22. The composite multivisceral transplant procedure included transplant of the patient’s small bowel, stomach and pancreas. Only a few... [More...]
St. Joe Fundraiser to Benefit Cancer Resource and Support CenterPontiac, MI – St. Joseph Mercy Oakland (SJMO) announces that tickets are still available for “An Evening with Tracy Reese,” a benefit for the hospital’s Cancer Resource and Support Center, to be held at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 12, 2010, at The Townsend Hotel, 100 Townsend St., Birmingham. The intimate event will feature a reception, simple supper,... [More...]
SJMO to Host Free Orthopedic SeminarPontiac, MI—St. Joseph Mercy Oakland (SJMO) orthopedic surgeon Christopher Tisdel, MD, will address a free, community seminar on “Understanding Foot and Ankle Conditions” at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2010, in the hospital’s Franco Communications Center, 44405 Woodward Ave., Pontiac. The seminar is part of the hospital’s free, monthly, series... [More...]
St. Joseph Mercy Oakland to Honor Ex-Lions Coach ForzanoCoach Forzano Pontiac, MI—St. Joseph Mercy Oakland (SJMO) will honor former Detroit Lions head coach Rick Forzano, Sr., at its annual Fall Spectacular fund raiser 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, at The Townsend Hotel, 100 Townsend St., Birmingham. Proceeds from this year’s event will benefit the hospital’s cutting edge technology in its new Surgical... [More...]
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