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fox2detroit.com | Deena Centofanti
The Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network is launching a Mental Health Mondays initiative. A new mobile unit brings access to those who may not have received care before or simply don't know where to begin. Posted May 5, 2025 6:03pm EDT
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1 week ago | 
fox2detroit.com | Deena Centofanti
There are ways to treat mental health - but removing stigma is first stepMay is Mental Health Awareness Month. One big element is making sure there is no stigma or shame attached to the subject.
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fox2detroit.com | Deena Centofanti
Multiple sclerosis is an unpredictable disease and it can make you feel a little isolated. It is also why a simple walk can be so rewarding. The backstory: "It is an isolation you feel like you're the only one struggling," said Regina Cox-Parham, MS Society. Symptoms for Regina Cox-Parham started when she was 19. It began with numb feet and her hands not working. Doctors ordered an MRI and told her to take folic acid and vitamin B supplements. Two years later, things got much worse.
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fox2detroit.com | Deena Centofanti
Symptoms for Regina Cox Parham started when she was 19. It began with numb feet and her hands not working.
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2 weeks ago | 
fox2detroit.com | Deena Centofanti
Sleep expert says to wake up at same time each dayIn our never-ending quest to get a better night's rest, a doctor has sleep advice we hadn't heard before. First, stop focusing on bedtime, focus on wake time.
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fox2detroit.com | Deena Centofanti
Now, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the federal government are taking even more action against artificial food dyes—specifically, petroleum-based synthetic dyes. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced new measures this week that will "phase out" all of the categories of dye from the nation’s food supply.
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yahoo.com | Deena Centofanti
The BriefThe new FDA led by RFK Jr., plans to remove petroleum-based synthetic food dyes as part of the "Make America Healthy Again" agenda. The additive is used mainly for coloring in highly processed foods like cookies, candy and cereal. A Cleveland Clinic nutritionist says expect no impact in flavors, adding the nutritional value should improve. FOX 2 - Now, Robert F.
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2 weeks ago | 
fox2detroit.com | Deena Centofanti
Part of the Make America Healthy Again agenda by RFK Jr. includes removing food dyes from ultra-processed foods.
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2 weeks ago | 
fox2detroit.com | Deena Centofanti
One Metro Detroiter felt like something was off, but it wasn't until he went to FOX 2's Healthy Heart Project screening he realized his heart was in real danger. "It saved my life, last year," said Joe Smith. "I was so grateful I came in that day." The backstory: Smith was suffering side effects when he came in, that were warning signs something bigger was going on. "Shortness of breath, I would get lightheaded if I was bending over and doing certain things," he said.
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yahoo.com | Deena Centofanti
The BriefFOX 2's Healthy Heart Project with Henry Ford Providence allowed for free critical tests. One man found a potential severe heart problem lurking that he never suspected a year ago, and shared his story. FOX 2 - One Metro Detroiter felt like something was off, but it wasn't until he went to FOX 2's Healthy Heart Project screening he realized his heart was in real danger. "It saved my life, last year," said Joe Smith.
