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Yesterday at 5:09 AM  About 75 people who have experienced cancer and their family members are planning to visit Michigan's Capitol on Tuesday to meet with lawmakers. The effort is part of the American Cancer Action Network's annual Lobby Day.

Monday, May 13, 2013  For the past 19 years ATHENA Grand Traverse has honored individuals who have demonstrated excellence, improved the quality of life, and helped women reach their full leadership potential. The honor this year was bestowed upon Cathie Martin, who was named the 2013 ATHENA Grand Traverse Award Recipient.

Monday, May 06, 2013  Christina Neely is facing felony charges of larceny and obtaining a controlled substance by fraud. She also faces three counts of fourth-degree child abuse.

Monday, April 29, 2013  Hospitals see wave of products to fight superbugs; penalties loom if patients catch infections

Wednesday, January 30, 2013  The Stehouwer Free Clinic in Cadillac is making a big move to it's new location in order to better serve it's staff, volunteers, and patients.

Wednesday, January 23, 2013  More than 100 people got a brand new smile oin Wednesday, thanks to the generosity of the hardworking staff at Deerhaven Family Dentistry in Traverse City. For the 15th year in a row the dentist office hosted it's Doctors With a Heart event.

Tuesday, September 18, 2012  During Your Health Matters we take a close look at the role of a physician assistant and how it provides an extra layer of care for patients.  A PA does not take over the job of a physician but instead gets to know the patients on a personal level and is able to provide basic care.

Monday, July 09, 2012  Update: Woman has been found safe.

Wednesday, June 13, 2012  7&4 News is following three pieces of legislation you heard about in May.

Wednesday, June 06, 2012  Fundraising event is in honor of Jake Melvin, a Traverse City West Middle School student, who was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer called Histocytic Sarcoma.

Tuesday, May 29, 2012  A series of medical malpractice bills are under hot debate in Lansing. Supporters argue the legislation will better protect doctors. Critics claim it offer immunity and closes the door to the courtroom.

Tuesday, May 22, 2012  A patient's trust in their medical treatment is a huge part of their recovery and even rehab.  Perry Stafford from Roscommon relies on the cardiac rehab at Mercy Hospital Graying and says it's confidence and local care that mean the most.

Friday, April 20, 2012  A homicide investigation is under way after an 84-year-old with Alzheimer's disease died at West Michigan veterans' facility.  Police say he was attacked by another patient.

Monday, January 23, 2012  AP IMPACT: Crude new meth recipe fills hospitals with burn patients, contributes to closures

Monday, November 14, 2011  Supreme Court will hear arguments over health care overhaul, a key Obama initiative, in spring