ROYAL OAK — Throughout the month of December, Corewell Health’s Beaumont Children’s Hospital has been putting on its annual Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams event.

METRO DETROIT — Taylor Jones wasn’t sure how she would get through that first Christmas without her favorite aunt, Tricey, who had passed away from COVID-19 and lupus a few years ago.

METRO DETROIT — The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development are advising consumers to be aware that specific brands of applesauce containing cinnamon have been voluntarily recalled due to high levels of lead.

OAKLAND COUNTY — Oakland County Parks and Recreation is encouraging people to not sacrifice their health and wellness goals just because of the cold weather.

LANSING — The Michigan Science Center is partnering with Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network and Youth United on a new program.

METRO DETROIT — The Thanksgiving turkey is fresh out of the oven, the mashed potatoes are ready and the Christmas tree lights are twinkling.

SOUTHFIELD — Those responsible for caring for a loved one with a condition like dementia are invited to enjoy a relaxing event to hopefully lighten their load.

MADISON HEIGHTS — Millions of people struggle with mental health difficulties, from burnout and decision fatigue to anger issues and depression. An upcoming forum aims to raise awareness, with experts sharing advice on coping mechanisms and helpful resources.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Joel Morris, a firefighter/paramedic who served more than 20 years at the Shelby Township Fire Department and six years in the Utica Fire Department, who currently is a paramedic at Universal Macomb Ambulance Service, recently underwent open heart surgery.

OAKLAND COUNTY — Up to $200 million in medical debt for Oakland County residents will be erased through a new partnership with a nonprofit organization.

FRASER — The city of Fraser will host a fundraiser to support the Know Resolve nonprofit and its mission of raising awareness of mental health issues.

METRO DETROIT —  September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and experts want to raise awarenss of the issue and let the public know that resources are out there for those suffering from suicidal thoughts and those who may know someone else who is.

SOUTHFIELD/FARMINGTON HILLS —  September is National Suicide Prevention Month and local leaders in Farmington Hills, Southfield and Oak Park are seeking solutions for this fatal issue.

SOUTHFIELD — The Southfield Senior Expo will return 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 13 at the Southfield Pavilion.

METRO DETROIT — Since it went live last year in July, the 988 phone number has led to an increased number of mental health calls.

SOUTHFIELD — The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Child and Adolescent Health Center program is providing Adlai Stevenson Elementary School with a $180,000 grant to partner with Authority Health to open a Child and Adolescent Health Center within the Southfield Public Schools district.

NOVI — George Freeman, of Novi, has qualified for and participated in every National Senior Games event since it was founded in 1985. At 91, he refuses to let age slow him down and is continuing to make strides in sports, particularly running and bowling.

METRO DETROIT — With summer officially here and in full swing, more opportunities exist to soak up the sun’s rays and boost serotonin levels.

TROY — A local nonprofit is taking the fight to childhood cancer through awareness, fundraisers and making deliveries of toys and games.

WEST BLOOMFIELD — West Bloomfield has seized on an opportunity that could potentially save the lives of some township residents.