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‘I’ll be able to beat this’

A year after his surgery for appendix cancer, Gene Barnard marks the occasion with an ambitious 100-mile bicycle ride.

Are growing pains real?

Leg aches and muscle pains during preteen and adolescent years may be common, but it's rarely a cause for worry.

Patient Story

‘You can’t let this get you down’

Confronting an aggressive blood cancer, Colleen Ransome persevered with fast-acting treatment—and an enduring positivity.

How to help your elderly neighbor

A geriatric medicine specialist offers tips on helping older residents through a long winter.

Spice it up

Your go-to herbs and spices are good for more than just a flavor boost—they can also help fight disease and inflammation.

Patient Story

‘The best feeling in the world’

Advanced brain-mapping technology and brain surgery give a Michigan boy, 6, hope for a life without seizures.

Enjoy those merry meals—in moderation

There's no reason to stress about your diet at the holidays, even if you have diabetes. A good plan and a bit of mindfulness can help.

Patient Story

‘It was urgent’

Jim Boismier wasn't especially worried when he underwent heart tests at a care campus near home. But then his doctor identified an obstructed artery.

When work hurts

Learn to recognize overuse and repetitive motion injuries—before they become chronic.

Manage the holiday hustle

Don't let pricey gifts or busy schedules take over your season.

Patient Story

‘I’m not one for being laid up’

New hips—with two different surgery approaches—help a 76-year-old Belding woman spend active time with her grandkids.

Strengthen your defenses

To bolster your immune system, don't look to supplements—aim for vitamin-rich foods and an active lifestyle.

Patient Story

‘Don’t quit quitting’

After many failed attempts to quit, Janet Hale found success when she connected with the Lifestyle Medicine smoking cessation program.

‘Take a break from scrolling’

Try these 6 simple and fun activities to get your family up and moving—even when you're stuck indoors.

Build happy, healthy joints

If you're struggling with joint pain, try an anti-inflammatory diet—and make time for exercise.

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‘I wanted to do my part’

A carefully curated scrapbook helps Korean War veteran John Mehling, 94, commemorate his time in the Army.

Trouble on third shift?

Millions of Americans work overnight. The right strategies for sleep, nutrition and exercise can make it easier—and healthier.

Ready to quit?

If you want to quit tobacco and nicotine once and for all, connecting with the right support systems can help.

A celebration of service

Four Corewell Health team members reflect on their years in the military—and how it helped shape their work today.

Guidelines evolve on child health records

Michigan privacy laws limit parent and caregiver access to certain health records when a child turns 12. Here's how families can navigate these changes.