Detroit Medical Center

Iris Taylor, a Detroit healthcare leader and DPSCD board member, died at 74. She was involved in healthcare and education, and had recently filed for reelection to the school board.

Iris Taylor, a leader in Detroit healthcare and DPSCD board member, died at 74. She recently filed to run for a school board term and was known for her work in education and healthcare, including roles as treasurer for the DPSCD board and nursing director for the City of Detroit.

The Detroit metro area is experiencing a rise in e-bike-related injuries, prompting emergency rooms to treat more trauma cases and communities to consider restrictions. E-bikes reaching speeds of 28 mph are linked to severe crashes, with experts citing safety concerns due to their speed and weight. States like New Jersey have implemented new regulations requiring registration and licensing to address growing safety risks.

Cyclosporiasis cases have risen to nearly 1,000, caused by the parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis, which spreads through food or water contaminated with feces. The illness is characterized as a two-week case of diarrhea, according to Doctor Joel Kammeyer from the Detroit Medical Center.

Doctors in Metro Detroit are urging residents to take precautions against extreme heat, emphasizing hydration, avoiding outdoor activity during peak hours, and recognizing symptoms of heat-related illnesses. Vulnerable groups, including older adults, children, and outdoor workers, are highlighted as at-risk populations.