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A new twist on the house call

An on-demand nursing service sends help to West Michigan patients when they need it most.

Who will and who won’t get the flu?

New "biomarker" can be used to indicate a person's susceptibility to flu viruses.

Could your dog unleash a flu pandemic?

Researchers find that viruses can jump from pigs to dogs, and that influenza is becoming increasingly diverse in dogs. This spells trouble for humans.

Flu may be spread by just breathing

When someone is coming down with influenza, they should take care of themselves and stay at home, if possible.

Patient Story

‘Feeling blessed that I’m here’

As a patient recovers from a life-threatening brain infection, a doctor reminds residents, 'West Nile virus is in our backyard.'

Patient Story

‘This isn’t normal’

A mom's intuition saved her unborn baby's life.

At the touch of a button

Patients can manage health services and visit doctors from their phones and computers.

Best flu defense? Annual shot, of course

While other precautions can improve your odds of a flu-free season, immunization remains the best defense.

Patient Story

Ready for her close-up

When medical needs separated a newborn preemie from her mother, video technology bridged the 60-mile gap.

Patient Story

‘I sure slept well that night’

Big Rapids resident puts to rest fear of telemedicine technology.

Skip the waiting room—see a doctor via video visit instead

Feeling crummy? Cuddle up in your bathrobe with a cup of hot tea and get care from the comfort of your couch.