COVID numbers in Michigan are declining, an upcoming "endemic" is uncertain
Mask requirements across the nation are being rescinded as infections rates decline. Doctors are hopeful but uncertain about what's next.
Mask requirements across the nation are being rescinded as infections rates decline. Doctors are hopeful but uncertain about what's next.
Expert: Options available for nurses with burnout - but want to stay in healthcare
"Nurses are at a pivotal point where we have a great deal of nurses retiring from the profession," she said. "We have several nurses, all over the country right now, that are at a point of burnout.
"Nurses are at a pivotal point where we have a great deal of nurses retiring from the profession," she said. "We have several nurses, all over the country right now, that are at a point of burnout.
Macomb County man accused of using fake Facebook account to scam people with Covid vaccine cards
A Macomb County man is accused of using a fake Facebook profile to list COVID-19 vaccine cards for sale. Officials say he was scamming people out of money.
A Macomb County man is accused of using a fake Facebook profile to list COVID-19 vaccine cards for sale. Officials say he was scamming people out of money.
Wayne County rescinds school face mask rule Thursday
On Wednesday, the state health department said it was lifting its recommendation that face masks be worn in public settings like schools, following a depression in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations.
On Wednesday, the state health department said it was lifting its recommendation that face masks be worn in public settings like schools, following a depression in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations.
As Michigan lowers mask recommendations, a new study finds 73% of Americans are immune to omicron
The volume of reported and unreported COVID-19 cases from the recent wave, mixed with the vaccine and booster rates among Americans could offer enough protection countrywide that future spikes will spark far less disruption to society in the coming months.
The volume of reported and unreported COVID-19 cases from the recent wave, mixed with the vaccine and booster rates among Americans could offer enough protection countrywide that future spikes will spark far less disruption to society in the coming months.
State drops masking indoors recommendation, but expert says it may be too soon
Michigan is dropping its masking recommendation indoors including schools, but the message isn’t that simple. The state's health department still encourages masks if you’re in a high-risk area.
Michigan is dropping its masking recommendation indoors including schools, but the message isn’t that simple. The state's health department still encourages masks if you’re in a high-risk area.
Michigan ends mask recommendation for indoor public settings, including schools
Response, recovery, readiness - those are the three stages that the Michigan health department will use to designate different phases of the pandemic as the spread of COVID-19 diminishes from an unprecedented public health crisis into a facet of daily life.
Response, recovery, readiness - those are the three stages that the Michigan health department will use to designate different phases of the pandemic as the spread of COVID-19 diminishes from an unprecedented public health crisis into a facet of daily life.
Detroit handing out free KN-95 face masks at eight locations this week
KN-95 masks are considered some of the most effective face coverings at protecting the wearer from COVID-19.
KN-95 masks are considered some of the most effective face coverings at protecting the wearer from COVID-19.
MotorCity Casino lifts mask requirement for guests vaccinated against COVID-19
According to the Detroit casino's website, beginning at 8 a.m. on Feb. 17, anyone who has completed their full series of vaccine shots will no longer need to where face coverings.
According to the Detroit casino's website, beginning at 8 a.m. on Feb. 17, anyone who has completed their full series of vaccine shots will no longer need to where face coverings.
Ann Arbor schools plan to keep mask mandate - despite Washtenaw County lifting it
"I know no one asked for the situation, nobody is happy about it, nobody likes it," Lucas said. "But we can’t return to a normal that isn’t here anymore."
"I know no one asked for the situation, nobody is happy about it, nobody likes it," Lucas said. "But we can’t return to a normal that isn’t here anymore."
Michigan counties rescinding school mask orders; Oakland, Washtenaw, Wayne to lift mandate Feb. 28
The health division at the county said a sharp decline in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, as well as increasing vaccination rates as the reason for lifting the order.
The health division at the county said a sharp decline in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, as well as increasing vaccination rates as the reason for lifting the order.
Ingham County drops mask mandate as other Michigan counties weigh similar move
Michigan county health departments are weighing whether to lift mandated face covering rules at schools, following a decline in the COVID-19 cases from the omicron surge.
Michigan county health departments are weighing whether to lift mandated face covering rules at schools, following a decline in the COVID-19 cases from the omicron surge.
How to get COVID-19 treatment in Michigan
The state of Michigan is urgining anyone who tests positive for COVID-19 to contact their healthcare provider as soon as possible to see if they're eligible for COVID-19 oral medication.
The state of Michigan is urgining anyone who tests positive for COVID-19 to contact their healthcare provider as soon as possible to see if they're eligible for COVID-19 oral medication.
Beaumont doctor warns that tests aren't detecting new COVID-19 variants
The newest COVID-19 variant, a subset of omicron, isn't being detected by Covid tests, a Beaumont doctor said.
The newest COVID-19 variant, a subset of omicron, isn't being detected by Covid tests, a Beaumont doctor said.
Michigan secures 250,000 free COVID-19 tests - see if you're eligible to order one here
Homes in eligible ZIP codes in Michigan can order COVID-19 test kits from the Rockefeller Foundation.
Homes in eligible ZIP codes in Michigan can order COVID-19 test kits from the Rockefeller Foundation.
Detroit schools restarting in-person learning after month-long absence; 92% of students permitted to return
“We know we will still have positive cases. However, the use of weekly testing will allow early and asymptomatic detection and prevent the spread of the virus,” read a note sent to parents.
“We know we will still have positive cases. However, the use of weekly testing will allow early and asymptomatic detection and prevent the spread of the virus,” read a note sent to parents.
Chippewa Valley Schools parent group files lawsuit against mask mandate
"We are the decision-makers for our children and not allow the school district to do it," she said.
"We are the decision-makers for our children and not allow the school district to do it," she said.
Henry Ford doctor says low COVID-19 vaccine rates could lead to more variants
Doctors are warning people that low COVID-19 vaccine rates could lead to more virus variants.
Doctors are warning people that low COVID-19 vaccine rates could lead to more virus variants.
Doctor gives tips to safely administer at-home Covid tests
"There are some preservatives in the test kit, for example, sodium azide is one of them," said Dr. Asha Shajahan, Beaumont Grosse Pointe. "If ingested or put it in the eye somewhere it can be detrimental it’s a chemical that could be harmful."
"There are some preservatives in the test kit, for example, sodium azide is one of them," said Dr. Asha Shajahan, Beaumont Grosse Pointe. "If ingested or put it in the eye somewhere it can be detrimental it’s a chemical that could be harmful."
Whitmer State of the State preview: GM $7B electric vehicle investment will be focal point
"Getting rid of the pension tax so seniors have more money in their pockets. Talking about an increase in the (Earned Income Tax Credit), almost quadrupling it," Rep. Hollier said. "To make sure people who need (it) or who are having a rough time of it and are working can keep more money in their pockets."
"Getting rid of the pension tax so seniors have more money in their pockets. Talking about an increase in the (Earned Income Tax Credit), almost quadrupling it," Rep. Hollier said. "To make sure people who need (it) or who are having a rough time of it and are working can keep more money in their pockets."