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With school right around the corner, it’s the perfect time for families to think about healthy snacks and lunches that give kids the fuel they need to learn, grow, and thrive. Good nutrition supports focus, energy, mood, and memory—all critical for classroom success. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics , a well-balanced diet is one of the best tools we have to help children succeed in school. “Children who eat balanced meals are more likely to perform better academically, behave better in cl...

Congratulations go out to Angela Toliver, McLaren Flint's July Outstanding Employee of the Month. Angela is a patient account representative in Outpatient Imaging. Colleagues consider her a go-to person who can always be counted on to go the extra mile and provide support and empathy to patients and their families. "Angela has been the heart of our front desk for more than 20 years. Hers is the first face patients see when they come in, and she has the smile they remember long after they leave,” said he...

Feeding your baby is a deeply personal journey. For some, breastfeeding feels natural right away. For others, it can be a struggle—or not the right choice at all. Whether you breastfeed, pump, use formula, or combine methods, what matters most is that your baby is fed and your family feels supported. Breast milk offers many well-known benefits: it’s easy to digest, provides ideal nutrition, and contains antibodies that help protect babies from illness. But despite the benefits, breastfeeding can be chal...

Dr. Barbara Wolf, who served as the McLaren Health Care Director of Behavioral Health Education and Physician Well-Being, was posthumously recognized in Crain’s Detroit Business’ list of Health Care Heroes for 2025. Recognized as a Corporate Achievements Hero, she spent nearly 30 years at McLaren Flint and McLaren Health Care serving the behavioral health needs of her patients and as well as employees. Among her lasting legacy is Mindful Medicine, a course she designed that develops meditation and mindf...

Summer is a season of fun and outdoor activities, but it also brings unique health risks. From heat-related illnesses to water accidents and sports injuries, knowing the early warning signs can help prevent minor problems from becoming emergencies. Heat Illnesses Can Escalate Quickly When temperatures soar, dehydration becomes a silent threat. Dry lips, dizziness, or the inability to sweat despite the heat are all red flags. “If you stop sweating or feel lightheaded, that’s a sign your body is strugglin...

The Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Macomb, part of the statewide Karmanos Cancer Network anchored by the National Cancer Institute-designated Karmanos Cancer Institute in Detroit, is once again hosting a free oral cancer screening open to the public. Individual screenings will be performed at the Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Macomb (1080 Harrington Boulevard, on the campus of McLaren Macomb hospital) on Mon., Aug. 11 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The fastest growing form of cancer, with more than ...

Alan Morris, registered nurse, was honored as the newest recipient of McLaren Greater Lansing’s Extraordinary Employee of the Season Award. This award acknowledges any employee in the hospital system for the extraordinary work they do. Morris’s nomination stated, “My husband experienced a life threatening, life altering event. He had a stroke. I was in the unique position of being the patient’s spouse and an employee of McLaren. Alan was our guardian angel, who when we didn’t think it was possible, brou...

It’s no secret that tick populations across the U.S. have exploded this year, reaching unprecedented numbers. The surge has been a frequent topic in recent news with experts reporting an all-time high. In fact, Michigan is home to over 20 known tick species, with wood ticks and deer ticks accounting for  approximately 90% of ticks found in the state . These ticks may carry diseases like  Rocky Mountain spotted fever ,  tularemia ,  Lyme disease , and more, so it’s important to take p...

McLaren Health Care, the statewide health care provider, is pleased to share that several of its hospitals have earned ‘High Performing’ recognition from the U.S. News & World Report annual Best Hospital list for their care and treatment of common conditions. A reflection of the exceptional patient-centric care quality and clinical excellence, these recognitions reaffirm those hospitals’ commitment to delivering an enhanced level of care for the communities they serve. McLaren Bay Region Abdominal A...

During a routine visit, Marvin Tate’s doctor suggested a PSA (prostate specific antigen) blood test for the 56-year-old. “I didn’t know anything about PSA levels before that,” Marvin said. Marvin was about to learn more about PSA levels than he wanted to. His PSA came back extremely elevated. “My doctor referred me to a urologist, who suggested a biopsy,” Marvin said. “It came back positive.” Not only was his biopsy positive, but further screening revealed the cancer had spread to Marvin’s lymph nodes.&...