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Navigating the health care landscape can be daunting. Our experts share their insights—and their views—on today’s most pressing health care topics, from advanced-care planning to the cost of health care—and what you need to know about those hospital quality rankings.

Patient Story

Corewell Health’s 300th transgender top surgery

Surgery changes adult nonbinary patient’s outlook on self and life.

The Loneliness Episode | HouseCall Podcast

Research suggests loneliness can be as damaging to health and life-shortening as smoking and excessive drinking.

Patient Story

Navigating the high cost of diabetes medications

Insulin prices have tripled in the last 20 years, and newer drugs are costly–here's how patients can cope.

A healthy dose of gratitude

An attitude of gratitude may play a role in improving many aspects of health, including cognitive function and a sense of well-being.

Amway River Bank Run attracts thousands to downtown Grand Rapids

Corewell Health is the official race health partner and medical provider.

A nurse in the making

Gerber hospital nurse Kathy Evans reflects on 40 years of service, her role models and Fremont community.

Faces light up on dog day

Research shows dogs can play an important role in our mental wellbeing, and furry friends visit Corewell Health's Helen DeVos Children's Hospital often.

National Nurses Week celebrates healthcare heroes

Corewell Health nurses reflect on their greatest joys.

Prebiotics: First step in gut health

Combined with probiotics, they can help us fight disease and improve physical and mental health.

Patient Story

The night shift

K9 team works around the clock to protect the hospital, patients and team members.

The Caring for Your Heart Episode | HouseCall Podcast

One person dies every 34 seconds in the U.S. from cardiovascular disease.

Paddling down the river safely

How to stay safe on your spring river run when waters flow cold and high.