by Claire Chapin | Jun 23, 2026 | Wellness
Many women have been there—urging a significant other, father, or other man in their life to take their health more seriously. With June being Men’s Health Month, we’re examining why men are less likely to visit the doctor’s office for preventative care and how to...
by Claire Chapin | Jun 16, 2026 | Wellness
Major changes emphasize blood-based and at-home stool testing as ACS researchers aim to reduce colorectal cancer deaths by offering options to improve screening participation. The American Cancer Society (ACS) recently released updated guidelines for colorectal cancer...
by Claire Chapin | Jun 15, 2026 | Cityscene
That’s right, it’s time to eat and drink in the sun. After so many frosty months, many of the restaurants and bars across West Michigan are bursting out onto the sidewalk, into back patios, and across wide open decks. And thanks to our trusty lakes Great and small,...
by Claire Chapin | Jun 9, 2026 | Cityscene
Taking place Friday June 19, 2026 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives in Downtown Grand Rapids is the sixth annual Justice 4 All Juneteenth Jam, a celebration that centers Black art, entertainment, culture and experiences. This...
by Claire Chapin | May 26, 2026 | Blog
The heaviness in your legs and arms. The painful pea-like nodules under the skin. The seemingly never-ending inflammation. The emotional weight of your legs never responding to diet and exercise. The tenderness and easy bruising. The mental toll of your body not doing...