Henry Ford Health

01/18/2026

Why is facial gua sha having a moment? The benefits of this practice may surprise you. Consider giving it a try:

Facial gua sha can make your skin look better and may even help with some health conditions. Learn the benefits of at-home and professional treatments.

01/16/2026

Did you know symptoms of hyperthyroidism include nervousness, difficulty concentrating and frequent bowel movements? Here are other symptoms to watch out for:

Symptoms of hyperthyroidism may be vague and easy to dismiss. Here are 10 signs of an overactive thyroid that may surprise you.

01/16/2026

Five-year pancreatic cancer survivor Dusty Mysen shared his story of resilience on CBS Detroit Michigan Matters alongside our surgical oncologist Dr. David Kwon, who performed the 13-hour surgery that helped save his life.

During the interview, Dr. Kwon noted that raising awareness for pancreatic cancer is just as important as advancing treatment. “Because pancreatic cancer is so rare compared to lung cancer or breast cancer, we really need to advocate for public awareness” said Dr. Kwon. “We’re here 5 years later because Dusty did take a proactive approach.”

"I would always recommend if something doesn't feel right to trust your intuition and see your doctor," Dusty shared. "In terms of Dr. Kwon, there are no words to describe how amazing he is. He saved my life. But it's even more than that. He truly cares.”

Watch the full conversation on Michigan Matters: https://cbsn.ws/49kgYTK

01/15/2026

Karma is our newest therapy dog at Henry Ford Hospital. She received a pawsome welcome from all of our team members. 🐾💙

01/15/2026

Not feeling well? Here’s when to see a doctor for health concerns like headaches and the flu:

Everyone gets sick or stressed sometimes, but when is it serious? Learn when to see a doctor for health concerns like headaches, digestive issues and stress.

01/14/2026

Our labor and delivery team at Henry Ford Hospital grows something truly special each year. 💗 Every leaf on this tree represents a baby delivered in 2025, with different colors marking each month. The butterflies honor and remember babies born asleep.

Thank you for creating something so meaningful and beautiful for our patients. 🌳🦋

01/14/2026

When you’re out of commission due to an athletic injury and battling doubts, fears or issues of self-confidence, there are a few strategies you can use to keep yourself in high spirits: https://bit.ly/3YwD2US

After getting sidelined with a sports injury, athletes can face feelings of frustration, anxiety and more. Here’s how to maintain your mental strength while you’re healing physically.

01/13/2026

What does the flu look like right now in Metro Detroit?

Using real-time lab data, Dr. Linoj Samuel, our division head of clinical microbiology, breaks down what we’re seeing, where cases are rising and what it means for the weeks ahead.

Watch this WDIV Local 4 / ClickOnDetroit story to learn more: https://bit.ly/3Lw2qav

01/13/2026

When pain suddenly hit 87-year-old Cyril Levenson in his throat, chest, neck and back, his local emergency room diagnosed him with a potentially deadly aortic dissection – or a tear in his aorta, the largest artery in the body.

The aorta runs from the heart to the abdomen, supplying the body with blood. When it tears, it can cause internal bleeding. Cyril had a Type A dissection – which is even more dangerous because it occurs in the upper part of the aorta where it exits the heart.

But the local ER wouldn’t operate on Cyril – nor would other hospitals they called – either because of his age or because they didn’t have an available operating room. Until they tried Henry Ford Macomb Hospital and spoke with Dr. Raed Alnajjar, our cardiothoracic surgeon.

“Dr. Alnajjar told my family there were no guarantees and that I might not make it, but he arranged to have me transferred by ambulance to Henry Ford Macomb Hospital,” Cyril says.

Dr. Alnajjar and his team successfully repaired Cyril’s aortic dissection. They also replaced his aortic valve, which connects the left ventricle (lower left heart chamber) to the aorta. Cyril recovered in the hospital for about 7 weeks.

“My nephew is a pulmonologist,” Cyril says. “He called me ‘The Miracle Man,’ telling me that only 1 in 10 survive this procedure … ‘and they’re younger than you.’”

Cyril’s whole family was impressed with the quality of Cyril’s care. “From the doctors and nurses in the ICU to the therapists who helped me walk again, it was terrific,” Cyril says. “It was a very traumatic time for everyone but they made my family comfortable.”

Cyril’s care team even arranged for his family to have a private room for their Passover dinner – and some of the hospital staff joined them to celebrate.

“I feel very lucky to have had such great people take care of me,” Cyril says. “My team saved my life when others couldn’t.”

Read Cyril’s full story: https://bit.ly/3L8ab6q

01/12/2026

Whether you’re getting back into exercise or starting for the first time, it helps to know when you’ll start seeing results. Nick Parkinson, our supervisor of athletic training explains how long it really takes to get in shape.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4pLXU6u

01/12/2026

Congratulations to our team at Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital for launching a fully automated laboratory line, bringing cutting-edge technology into the heart of patient diagnostics. This new system offers fast, efficient results, making it possible for our clinical teams to focus on valuable insights while automation handles routine tasks.

01/12/2026

Having a weak grip is associated with health conditions like type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and depression. Grip strength naturally decreases as you age, but here are ways to maintain your strength:

Studies show grip strength can be a marker of your overall health, as a weak grip is associated with a higher likelihood of certain health conditions.