Sue Thoms is a writer and storyteller who joined Health Beat after a 30-year career at The Grand Rapids Press. She loves writing stories that shine a light on the resilience and beauty of the human spirit. In addition to medical features, she writes fiction and has published six picture books for children. Michigan born and raised, Sue enjoys exploring the state with her family―especially the lakes, sand dunes and ski hills. Contact her at susan.thoms@spectrumhealth.org.
When a 14-year-old injured her knee playing softball, surgery and physical therapy helped her on the path back to playing sports.
121 An infectious disease specialist explains rising cases of COVID-19 and the impact of the delta variant.
282 The sweet stone fruit with the fuzzy peel delivers a host of health benefits.
173 Younger, unvaccinated people are key factors in the rapid rise in COVID-19 cases in the hospital, doctors say.
1.1k A sports medicine doctor shares his top tips for managing the condition and staying active.
40 This nutritious little fruit is good for the heart and digestive system, can reduce the risk of cancer and help with weight control.
195 Interested in riding in the MSU Gran Fondo? Here are tips from an athletic trainer and seasoned cyclist.
196 Training for a race? Follow these 5 tips to prevent boredom and make your exercise more effective.
60 When 3-year-old Grayson had cataracts removed from both eyes, his parents wondered: Would he be able to see?
156 Adrien Gleason embraces his identity as a transgender man, with support from family and help from his medical care team.
270 Fourteen-year-old Tara Sweet noticed her COVID-19 symptoms improving after she received monoclonal antibody therapy.
402 Explore 3 tips for healthy camp food from a dietitian who knows.
49 
