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1 hour, 23 minutes ago  Whether Michigan expands government health insurance to more adults is hanging in the balance in the Republican-dominated state Senate.

Tuesday, June 18, 2013  The Great Wolf Lodge in Traverse City was one of the 700 locations worldwide that hosted over 100 swimmers today

Sunday, June 16, 2013  A Northern Michigan lighthouse wrapped up a special weekend long event on Sunday that was all about spreading the word about autism.

Tuesday, June 11, 2013  A top priority for Munson Healthcare has been to build a new cancer center to bring all specialized care to one place, and the plans are finally in motion.

Tuesday, June 11, 2013  Obama reverses course on morning-after pill; critic sees him 'caving to political pressure'

Sunday, June 09, 2013  Community members put their walking shoes on this weekend for the Traverse City installment of Relay for Life 2013.

Saturday, June 08, 2013  Hundreds of cancer survivors are spending 24 straight hours this weekend walking.

Friday, June 07, 2013  UPDATED WITH VIDEO: Lake Michigan has the highest number of current-related fatalities and rescues of all the Great Lakes, with 77 fatalities and at least 230 rescues since 2002.  That is 201 more rip current incidents than all of the other lakes combined.

Thursday, June 06, 2013  Court allows girls of all ages to buy generic morning-after pill while government appeals

Tuesday, June 04, 2013  As part of this month's Buddy Check report, a group of lovely ladies in Leelanau County are doing their part to assist families battling cancer.

Tuesday, June 04, 2013  A recent study is comparing a diet soda habit to crack cocaine use when it comes to damage to your teeth.

Monday, June 03, 2013  With summer and warm weather finally here, you can't forget about the bugs that come around this time of year as well.

Sunday, June 02, 2013  More than 200 cancer survivors and their families met on the lawn of Building 50 near Munson Medical Center in Traverse City, for the 26th annual National Cancer Survivors' Day celebration picnic on Sunday.

Thursday, May 30, 2013  A new study shows the average cost of medical claims from motorcycle crashes is on the rise since Michigan stopped requiring all riders to wear helmets..

Tuesday, May 28, 2013  With the addition of Dr. Charles Keoleian to West Shore Medical Center, residents in the Manistee area can now receive special urological services without being referred to doctors in other cities.