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Winter is the time when colds, flu, RSV, and COVID-19 are more common. Short days, cold weather, and spending more time indoors can make it easier to get sick. Here are some helpful tips to help you take care of your immune system and prevent illnesses that can help you stay healthy and keep your family safe. Ways to Stay Healthy This Winter 1. Get Vaccinated Vaccines are one of the best ways to protect yourself. Think about getting: Flu shot COVID-19 booster RSV vaccine (for older adults or people with...

After weeks of indulging in holiday foods, drinks, and festivities, most people make New Year’s resolutions to join a gym, start a diet, or get healthy. However, getting healthy is more than just eating well and exercising. Here are five doctor-approved ways you can improve your health this year outside of diet and exercise: Drink enough water In a world full of Starbucks runs and specialty drinks, switching to water significantly helps weight loss by reducing calorie intake (replacing sugary drinks), m...

David Penski, registrar in the patient access department at McLaren Greater Lansing , was honored with the BEE Award. The BEE Award , which stands for “Be Extraordinary Every day,” recognizes health care team members who made an extraordinary difference in a patient’s care or overall experience. The nomination, submitted by a coworker, reads as follows: “Many times, Dave has come up to my department if there are any issues regarding registration. I have seen him go above and beyond to help patients and ...

The McLaren Greater Lansing Women’s Giving Circle (WGC) is actively reshaping the landscape of local health care. This group of remarkable women is making a tangible difference through their collective giving, compassion, and dedication. The WGC is an impactful initiative facilitated through the McLaren Greater Lansing Foundation . It stands as a powerful testament to the strength of unity, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to providing the best possible community health care for the Lansing region...

Your genes play a meaningful role in your health—shaping everything from your physical features to your risk for certain medical conditions, including cancer. While most cancers are not inherited, about 5% to 10% of cases can be linked to hereditary factors. If cancer has touched your family, learning more about your genetic risk can be an important step toward protecting your future. There is a lot of information online about genetics and cancer, and trying to sort through it by yourself can feel overw...

The U.S. News and World Report listed McLaren Greater Lansing as a best hospital for maternity care for 2026. U.S. News evaluates how well hospitals perform in childbirth using C-section rates, newborn severe complication rates, routine vaginal birth after cesarean delivery (VBAC) rates, episiotomy rates, best practices to support breast milk feeding, whether a hospital meets federal criteria for "birthing-friendly" practices, and whether a hospital tracked and reported disparities in outcomes. U.S. New...

Winter has officially arrived, and cold and flu season quickly follows. This year, the chill can be a sharp reminder that it’s time to proactively take steps to keep your health at its best. While handwashing and vaccinations remain key, Dr. Kristin Clark , primary care physician at McLaren Greater Lansing’s Primary Care in Grand Ledge, says there are five smart strategies that can help maximize your immunity defenses through the dark months ahead. Vitamins and Supplements “There have been some known vi...

Annalecia Franco, who goes by “CiCi”, a phlebotomist in the laboratory department at McLaren Greater Lansing , was honored with the BEE Award. The BEE Award , which stands for “Be Extraordinary Every day,” recognizes health care team members who made an extraordinary difference in a patient's care or overall experience. The nomination, submitted by a coworker, read as follows: “I work in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and CiCi is here often to draw our patients. She is also the one who is called for our...

If you’ve undergone medical imaging, you may have had an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) or a CT (computed tomography) scan done. These diagnostic tools use different technologies to visualize different structures within the body. Your doctor may choose one over the other based on your specific injury or condition. “Both CT and MRI are powerful tools,” said Dr. Toufic Jildeh , an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon at MSU Health Care. “I rely on imaging every single day to help me understand exactly wha...

Ronda Davis, a unit assistant in the surgery department at McLaren Greater Lansing , was honored with the BEE Award. The BEE Award , which stands for “Be Extraordinary Every day,” recognizes health care team members who made an extraordinary difference in a patient’s care or overall experience. The nomination, submitted by a coworker, read as follows: “Ronda is an effective communicator to keep the surgery scheduling running smoothly. She is the person that surgeons, staff, anesthesia, and even patients...