A Sterling Heights Native Who Survived Cardiac Arrest
A Sterling Heights family shares their accounts of the fateful day that changed their lives forever
Gum Disease: A Precursor to Alzheimer’s?
Recent scientific studies reveal evidence of a possible connection between periodontitis and Alzheimer’s disease
Does Your Circadian Rhythm Seem Off? Here’s Why
Sleep is foundational to our mental and physical health. Here’s how to make sure you get enough of it
The 101 on Endometriosis
The unveiling of Orlissa, an FDA-approved, first-of-its-kind oral medication for women dealing with endometriosis.
In High Schools, Vaping Is the New Cigarette
Last spring, administration at Lakeland High School in White Lake called a meeting to inform teachers about the dangers of vaping, a new medium...
Everything You Need to Know About the Latest Diet Trends
The biggest diet trends of the year, explained
Getting Physical With Metro Detroit Trainers
ClassPass, a fitness membership app, which began partnering with metro Detroit studios late last year, aims to help exercise enthusiasts reach their health goals in an innovative way.
Seaweed Is More than a Spa Service Staple
Anju Brodbine, owner of Woodhouse Day Spa’s Rochester Hills location, says seaweed is a staple for her business. Not only is the multifaceted organic...
Top Chiropractors 2019
Hour Detroit’s Top Chiropractors list is based on a peer-review survey conducted by Professional Research Services of Troy, Mich. Participants cast votes honoring excellence in chiropractic services.
Live Long and Prosper
Ann Arbor’s Forever Labs builds a thriving business banking stem cells on the prospect of future cures and life extension // Illustrations by Blair Kelly
48 Hours With … Jim Jalove
As a group fitness manager for Equinox Bloomfield Hills, Jim Jalove is responsible for bringing science-based, results-driven classes to the luxury fitness company’s first Michigan club.
A Moment of Mindfulness
Ditch the mid-day meeting with a self-care solution
Machine Learning
Machine learning. It’s the branch of artificial intelligence capable of identifying who is likely to be a no-show for their next clinic appointment or...
A Health Resolution That Extends to the Office
Whether you are willing to admit it, you probably spend the majority of your week at your desk. Now that’s officially 2019, it’s time to bring the spirit of renewal to your workplace.
It’s a #WonderfulLife
Powered by likes and public approval, how social media is squandering the holiday spirit
Saving My Hair
One morning last October, I caught sight of my hair in my full-length mirror. It had been colored a few months before, so my natural red shade now had gold highlights. Its recent blunt trim left it looking particularly thick and shiny beneath the overhead lighting. I started crying.
Mending Migraines
Nausea, excruciating head pain, sensitivity to light and noise: The oppressiveness of the list of symptoms for migraines has been matched only by the difficulty of treating the severe headaches. Until now.
Mental Health: Let’s Talk About It
In our mission to create a space for dialogue, a truth is revealed: Clinicians and those with mental illnesses in southeast Michigan are ready, if not eager, to open up about a subject long deemed taboo. Together, we break the silence.
Therapy in the Digital Age
Technology is barreling full force through more and more sectors of health care, knocking down conventional forms of treatment, and erecting unfamiliar ones in their place. Mental health is no exception.
Seeking Support
Like many metro areas across the U.S., finding a therapist in and around Detroit can prove to be difficult. But, a change in perception, accessibility, and compatibility can make all the difference.