Disease

Experts are finding the virus earlier in the season than previous years, meaning there could be more infections in people

We all know too many people died from COVID, but what about excess deaths from other causes? How does the U.S. compare with other high-income countries? We’ll look at a recent comparison of mortality rates in high income countries before, during, and after COVID on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

The Kent County Health Department has confirmed its first measles case since 2013 and its the second in the state this year

Outbreaks of EHD typically occur in late summer and early fall but cease with the first frost

The Ottawa County Board of Commissioners rejected a $900,000 grant from the state as it approved its 2025 budget

Public health experts say people should check themselves for ticks in temps over 40 degrees

A long-time listener to Straight Talk on Health heard a guest on another podcast talk about the dangers of oxalates. According to this person, avoiding eating foods with oxalates cures just about everything. What are oxalates? And is this true? Dr. Chet explores this topic on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

Calvin University is presenting a Rare Disease Network Event on the 24th.

Aleigha Pruitt joins in.

Talking to Mom Laura Mclinn about the journey with Jordan and helping others.