Surrounded by family, friends and members of her care team, Karon Barksdale recently marked the 20th anniversary of a life-changing moment: her kidney transplant.
As an employee of Henry Ford Health for more than 20 years, Brooke Wessman focused on health care process improvement in administrative roles -- a job she took pride in. That sense of family became even more meaningful when, at age 45, Brooke underwent her first colon cancer screening.
Just weeks before the attack at Temple Israel, federal agents had been inside the synagogue leading a training for clergy and staff on how to respond to an active shooter situation.
Henry Ford Health confirmed that eight first responders are being cared for at two of its hospitals after an attack at a West Bloomfield temple.
A colorectal cancer diagnosis in people under the age of 50 can come as a shock. Even more surprising is that rates of colorectal cancer are rising among younger individuals.
Although people today are living longer and often healthier lives than previous generations, the aging heart becomes increasingly vulnerable to damage.
The Cass Technical High School football team was stretching and getting loose before a November practice when a buzz filled the room. It quickly turned to shock, then to wild cheers.
Whether it comes from family responsibilities, work pressures, financial worries or personal challenges, taking care of your mental wellbeing is crucial, especially during times of heightened tension.
Some experts suggest eating treats before a meal to avoid “saving room for dessert,” while others recommend saving sweets for last to prevent filling up on empty calories.
Thanksgiving is a time when we traditionally focus on what we’re thankful for, but experts say there are many benefits to practicing gratitude year-round.
As Medicare’s annual open enrollment period approaches, more than 2 million Michiganders will have the chance to review and adjust their health and prescription drug plans.
If you’ve driven down West Grand Boulevard anytime in the last year, you’ve seen the growing tower of steel beams across the street from the original Henry Ford Hospital.
Our knees carry a substantial amount of weight during all kinds of activities and sports. Over time, this stress can wear down the cartilage, causing discomfort and injuries.
While any form of physical movement benefits your health, research suggests that some recreational sports may lead to greater increases in longevity than others.
A former Royal Oak Township hospital facility will become the new location for the Jalen Rose Leadership Academy.
Instead of being “suspended,” hearts pump blood, lungs breathe and livers make bile, exactly as they would were they still inside the donor.
In the future, patients can look forward to a quicker recovery post-transplant, as well as better access to donor hearts when one is needed.
Anyone who suffers from seasonal allergies is no stranger to the itchy eyes, runny nose, sniffling and sneezing. If it feels like the time of year you suffer is getting longer, you might be right.
Lung cancer is often associated with smokers or former smokers, and though doctors say about 80% of cases occur in smokers or former smokers, an alarming 20% of cases affect people who have never smoked.
Recovery times in joint replacement have decreased, allowing people to return to their daily lives more quickly, thanks to improvements in prehabilitation and post-surgery interventions.
While many sports enthusiasts dream of seeing their children succeed on the big stage, pushing young athletes to excel too soon can sometimes result in serious injuries that could sideline them for good.
Many parents have strong opinions on vaccines in general; that’s no different when it comes to the HPV vaccine, which protects against HPV, a sexually transmitted infection.
We are all getting excited about the start of the Olympic games, and if you are like many people, they may also inspire you to get into better shape or improve your exercise game.
Parents know it’s impossible to have constant supervision over kids, which is why it’s essential to learn the best strategies to teach them about self-protection.
Albert Ware had only been in retirement for a few short years when he experienced a stroke. With the help of artificial intelligence, he bounced back within an hour of receiving care at the hospital.
Virgina Plemmons had no idea that, after working at Macy’s Southland for 27 years, her place of employment would be pivotal in saving her life from an acute stroke on March 19, 2023.
Access to the doula program is being expanded to pregnant women with Medicaid, providing access to this service to many in marginalized communities and helping combat maternal death rates.
The program makes the services of a doula available to pregnant women with Medicaid. It can make a big impact for low-income pregnant women with Medicaid.
Robotic surgery has transformed the way surgery is performed. While the basic process of kidney transplant surgery hasn’t changed in more than 60 years, robotic technology now allows transplant surgeons to do complex procedures in a minimally invasive way.
The number of diagnosed cases of colon cancer is increasing. This year alone, about 152,000 Americans are going to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer, according to staff with the Henry Ford Health Colon Cancer Program.
While many probably dread the thought of undergoing a colonoscopy, you might be surprised to learn that most people find the prep for the procedure to be much worse than the test itself.
As recently as 20 years ago, the main method doctors used to remove colon and rectal tumors was through open operation. While effective and safe, it only allowed for a large incision in the body to remove the tumor.
The last day of February is known as National Rare Disease Day. It is time many people, advocates, and healthcare workers dedicated to raising awareness about conditions and treatments that often go under the radar.
Henry Ford Health has an option for cancer patients struggling through treatments, and a recent $2 million gift is helping that resource reach more people.
There are a multitude of reasons to pay special attention to your heart health, but one of the largest might be the rate of death from heart disease.
If you’ve heard the term “laughter is the best medicine,” you’ve likely taken it tongue-in-cheek, but it turns out there’s some truth to it.
Adults who live with diabetes are twice as likely to develop heart disease, compared to those without diabetes, according to Dr. Lalitha Rudraiah, a cardiologist with Henry Ford Health.
Avid runner Brenda Mack was thrilled to complete the Detroit Free Press Half Marathon last month. It wasn't the longest, but it still may be the most significant race she's run.
Ascension Michigan and Henry Ford Health have agreed to a joint venture that would place Ascension’s Southeast Michigan hospitals under Henry Ford’s brand and leadership, the healthcare organizations announced Wednesday.
The Ambassador Bridge can be seen from miles away, including from the windows of Henry Ford Hospital, and for two liver transplant recipients recovering, it became a beacon of hope.
Dan and Jennifer Gilbert are pledging nearly $400 million to help build a new facility at Henry Ford Hospital.
When we say cancer, we’re really not talking about only one disease, and the idea that it’s more than one disease also gives rise to the approach that anyone’s cancer can be considered unique to them.
If your child has a clear sports physical, skipping their next well-child visit may be tempting, but pediatricians urge parents to avoid making that mistake.
For most people, the decision to get a tattoo was made carefully and willingly, but many patients battling cancer were distressed to learn their treatment requires them to get several small tattoos.
Preventing cancer with a vaccine sounds like the holy grail of medicine. Yet it is already possible to prevent many cancers with a vaccine. But too many people are unaware of that fact, which could cost some their lives.
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The New Center neighborhood in Detroit will see some new development over the next decade as a healthcare company, a sports team, and a Michigan university are investing $2.5 billion into the community.
We spend about a third of our lives sleeping, often in the same position for hours at a time. So, it should come as no surprise that the position you are in can have an impact on your health.
An infection specialist with Henry Ford Health held a live news briefing Wednesday morning to discuss the latest COVID-19 variant and what families should know about it.
Sports help kids build confidence and learn valuable life lessons. Most importantly, they should be fun for kids, but sometimes young athletes who find a sport they love will push themselves or get pushed by their parents into doing it exclusively.
As we prepare to gather with our family and friends for Thanksgiving, many are understandably nervous about all the viruses that are circulating.
One lesson for healthcare that came out of the pandemic was the convenience and effectiveness of virtual doctor’s visits. But seeing and talking with a doctor via video has apparent limitations.
A World War II veteran from Detroit had major heart surgery this year at 102 years old, but continues to fight and he hopes to hit the dance floor again.
Sober October is an annual challenge that encourages people to stop drinking alcohol for a few weeks, live a healthier lifestyle, and help identify potential problems with alcohol use.
A woman from Royal Oak had her malignant brain tumor removed at the Henry Ford Cancer Center, here is the story of her groundbreaking surgery and recovery.
According to the CDC, the omicron variant BA.5 has consistently become more dominant since May. In fact, at the start of July, it officially became the most dominant strain accounting for 53% of isolates, increasing to 65% this week.
