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The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute ’s Office of Community Outreach and Engagement (COE) announces the 2026 Community Conversations on Cancer . This is the second year Karmanos has partnered with the Detroit Public Library to present the series. The sessions are held in person at the Main Branch, located at 5201 Woodward Avenue (Detroit, MI 48202) and virtually via Zoom, from 6 -7 p.m. The virtual option allows people from across the state to attend. The first three sessions cover colorectal cance...

Adults should get at least 7 hours of uninterrupted sleep each night.  For one in three of them, it simply doesn’t happen on a regular basis, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH).  “Sleep is just as important to your health as eating, and can contribute to heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and other chronic illnesses,” said Joyce John , a nurse practitioner at the McLaren Flint-Grand Blanc Community Medical Center. “Sleep deficiency contributes to both physical and mental health...

LAPEER, Mich.—McLaren Lapeer Region, part of statewide McLaren Health Care and the leading health care provider to Lapeer County, has named Holly Schienke, RN, MSN, as its Chief Nursing Officer, joining the hospital in early 2026. In her new role, Schienke will oversee and direct the hospital’s nursing operations, including establishing the processes to maintain the continued delivery of high-quality care to patients’ bedsides and managing the nursing staff while ensuring nursing practices align with Mc...

The McLaren Stroke Network team, while attending the International Stroke Conference 2026 in New Orleans, were recognized and honored by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. Providing 24/7/365 stroke care throughout the state, hospitals part of the McLaren Stroke Network had previously earned the organization’s Get With The Guidelines recognitions for their proficiency in care provided to stroke patients, including early stroke detection, timely use of clot-busting medications, as...

McLaren Macomb, part of statewide McLaren Health Care and its McLaren Heart & Vascular Institute, following a $1.2 million investment, has completed and opened a thoroughly renovated and upgraded cardiac catheterization lab. A specialized procedure room, cath labs house advanced imaging technology, providing clinical teams with high-quality images to support the diagnosis and treatment of a range of cardiovascular conditions, including the emergency intervention of patients experiencing a heart atta...

After a suspicious area showed up on Cindy Gancarz’s routine mammogram, she was called back in for a breast ultrasound. “They seemed to be okay with the results, but they did want to see me again in six months,” Cindy said.  “When I went to the McLaren Imaging Center in Flint for my next screening, the doctor decided to do a breast MRI to investigate further.” Breast MRI can often detect smaller masses that mammograms and ultrasounds may miss.  In Cindy’s case, that is exactly what happened. “...

Congratulations to McLaren Flint’s February Outstanding Employee of the Month, Christy Wykes, RN. Coworkers say Christy gives her all for the patients in the neuro intensive care unit. Her wonderful disposition also makes her a joy to work beside. "Christy is loved by everyone who works with her and is requested by patients," said one of her many nominators. "She is kind, compassionate, and has all of the qualities a nurse should possess. She has proven time and again that she can be trusted to always d...

For the third consecutive year, George Yoo, M.D., FACS , chief medical officer (CMO) at Karmanos Cancer Hospital, was again listed on  Becker’s Hospital Review’s Hospital and Health System Chief Medical Officers to Know . The 2026 list includes over 250 CMOs nationwide who are steadfast advocates for patient safety, trusted liaisons between medical staff and executive leadership and powerful catalysts for meaningful change. The named CMOs are leaders elevating standards through innovative quality-i...

The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute is partnering with Wayne State University (WSU) School of Medicine and three athletic facilities to offer cancer survivors 12 weeks of exercise classes focused on building strength and improving overall fitness. These free classes are provided as part of an exercise program and interventional trial called CrossFit® and Physical Activity: A Better Life Experience (CAPABLE), which introduces cancer survivors to the sport of CrossFit®. Below are the sessions schedu...

Your digestive system does more than just break down your lunch. It’s an essential part of your body that affects your immune system, your energy, and overall, how you feel. When your digestive health is sluggish or imbalanced, it not only can cause physical discomfort – such as bloating, constipation, or diarrhea – but it can also affect your mood and stress levels. That’s where the importance of dietary fiber comes in. What is Fiber? Fiber consists of a variety of substances. Most fiber is not digesti...