Michigan hits record high COVID-19 hospitalizations, majority are unvaccinated
Michigan's COVID-19 hospitalizations are the highest they've ever been and nearly all of them are people who have not been vaccinated.
Covid case surge and usual winter illnesses are taking toll on hospitals, says doctor
"We’re ready for anyone who is willing to roll up their sleeves to come do so," said Dr. Paul Bozyk of Beaumont Royal Oak.
Where Michigan stands on COVID-19 vaccines of children 5 to 11
One month after children were approved for the COVID-19 vaccine, Michigan's cases continue to surge up while the vaccination rate for kids isn't climbing at near the rate medical officials want.
DOD medical staff help arrives at Beaumont Dearborn for Covid case surge
"Today’s our day one," said Lt. Col. Stephen Duryea. "We’re going to be here for about 30 days."
Whitmer seeks $300 million for COVID-19 testing at Michigan schools
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is asking for federal pandemic money to be allocated toward COVID-19 testing in Michigan schools.
Military medical teams headed to Michigan this week to help overwhelmed hospitals
Beaumont Dearborn is getting 22 military personnel to help relieve strain from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Michigan Covid cases are No. 2 in nation; officials concerned with new variant
"We have not identified any cases of the omicron variant. That doesn’t mean that the variant is not circulating in the United States, or circulating in nearby states, it just means we have not picked it up on our sequencing," said Bagdasarian.
Michigan COVID-19 hospitalizations reach record high
Michigan has set a new record for the number of COVID-19 hospitalizations.
FEMA to send 22 temporary employees to Beaumont Dearborn
While any help is appreciated, the hospital president said 22 is not nearly enough - 200 to 300 would be.
COVID-19 testing numbers up in Metro Detroit as people prep for holiday gatherings, travel
Michigan's COVID-19 testing numbers are up as people get tested ahead of gatherings and travel.
Federal government sending medical teams to relieve workers at Michigan hospitals amid COVID-19 surge
Two medical teams will be sent to Beaumont Hospital in Dearborn and Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids to help hospitals that are overwhelmed during the latest COVID-19 surge.
Whitmer: More COVID-19 guidance from Michigan health department coming soon
More COVID-19 guidance from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is expected soon.
Gov. Whitmer addresses rise in Michigan COVID-19 cases, says more health department guidance is coming soon
More COVID-19 guidance is expected soon from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said.
Detroit mayor, health officials implore residents to get protected against Covid ahead of holidays
With another 17,000 cases reported on Monday, Michigan finds itself in familiar - although unusual - circumstances as the state with the highest number of new cases.
2 of 3 Detroit casinos start mask mandates for customers regardless of vaccine status
The rule will not apply to guests attending banquets or events at Motor City's Sound Board.
Amid Michigan's soaring COVID numbers, is it safe to get together for Thanksgiving?
Michigan's COVID-19 numbers are still the highest in the nation and doctors are urging everyone to be safe this holiday season.
Michigan reports 17,003 cases of COVID-19 (daily average of 8,502) and 280 deaths since Monday
On Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2021, Michigan reported 17,003 cases of COVID-19 and 280 deaths since Monday, 143 of which were from vital records review. That's an average of 8,502 cases per day.
Detroit's MotorCity Casino reinstates mask mandate as COVID-19 cases rise
MotorCity Casino in Detroit is again requiring face masks as COVID-19 cases rise in Michigan.
More Michigan schools take Thanksgiving week off as COVID, other illnesses climb
More Michigan schools are shutting down for the entire week of Thanksgiving, giving staff and families an opportunity to recover from illness, including COVID-19.
Detroit schools to invest $34M to mental health support for students, staff and families
The district says it’s working on 1-to-1 mental health at each school and has a mental health support line. It seeks to break down barriers and de-stigmatize mental health. Parents agree they are needed.