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Cancer survivors Keith Jewett and dog Winna share joy with patients

Therapy dog and volunteer give back at Susan P. Wheatlake Regional Cancer Center.

Diverse hair care products for patients

Corewell Health is listening and responding to the needs of a diverse patient population—including hair care requests.

What is adult ADHD?

Millions of adults may struggle with this disorder, but some are never diagnosed.

Patient Story

A hundred pounds lighter

Working mom of twins loses over 100 pounds in a year, with support from Corewell Health Lifestyle Medicine.

It’s almost time to start running

Set your training strategy now for spring races.

Patient Story

A visit from a princess and a fairy

Tinkerbell and Anna spread smiles at an enchanted visit to the children's hospital.

A-choo! Spring allergy season is coming

A Corewell Health allergist offers tips for keeping allergies under control.

What’s the healthiest cooking oil?

Olive or vegetable? Canola or coconut? A dietitian explores the upsides—and downsides—of the many options.

Patient Story

‘He’s a tough kid’

A 13-year-old battles from not being able to walk back onto the baseball field and basketball court

Personalized sickle cell disease plans

How one doctor’s promise is making a difference in sickle cell disease treatment.

Patient Story

‘My life is a gift’

Judy Wekenman has taken a walk every day for 50 years—and she has no plans of slowing down.

A bold new world in childhood cancer care

James Fahner, MD, discusses precision medicine advancements in pediatric oncology.

The CPR Episode | HouseCall Podcast

About 350,000 cardiac arrests occur outside of the hospital every year and 90% of them are fatal. Early intervention can increase survival.

Patient Story

From relapse to recovery

Corewell Health nurse Sue Lokker never imagined she’d be on the receiving end of a call to prepare for a stem cell transplant.

Doctors’ Day celebrates inspired care

Corewell Health physicians share their “why” for choosing careers in medicine.

Patient Story

‘I have to be here for my kids’

Two years after life-changing bariatric surgery, Nic Weigel's only regret is not doing it sooner.

Managing midlife weight gain

For women approaching menopause, even small changes can help reduce health risks associated with excess abdominal fat.

Time to tame your sweet tooth?

A healthy diet and an active lifestyle can help you steer clear of sugar cravings—but it's also important not to deprive yourself.

Patient Story

A mother’s lifesaving gift to her son

Michelle Fletcher donates her own kidney to her son Isaac.

8 strategies to tame stress

Practicing mindfulness and connecting with friends and family can help you defuse in difficult moments.