Doctor says assume you have Covid if you feel sick and can't get tested
"If you have symptoms, instead of guessing and thinking it’s probably this or that, it’s just best to assume it’s COVID-19 until proven otherwise," Dr. Shajahan said.
Where can you get a COVID-19 test in Oakland County? -- Testing expanding next week
Two additional Oakland County COVID-19 test sites are being added.
Michigan receives first shipment of COVID-19 oral medications
The state of Michigan has received its first shipment of two prescription medications that may reduce symptoms in COVID-19 patients.
Group representing kids with special needs files restraining order in court to keep schools open
Patrick Donohue who has a daughter who suffered a severe brain injury, points to how students - especially those with special needs - have regressed and suffered socially, emotionally and academically.
Michigan doctors, nurses face attacks while battling COVID-19 pandemic at work
Many healthcare workers in Michigan and around the world are verbally and physically attacks by patients, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
'We're at a breaking point': Beaumont reports 40% increase in COVID-19 patients in past week; 430+ workers out
Beaumont Health said its eight Michigan hospitals are dealing with a big increase in COVID-19 patients.
What to know about free COVID-19 testing at Lakeside Mall in Sterling Heights
Lakeside Mall in Sterling Heights has free drive-up COVID-19 testing three days a week.
Gov. Whitmer isolating from husband after he tests positive for COVID-19
The governor, who has no symptoms, had a negative rapid test Tuesday and is awaiting the results of a PCR test out of an abundance of caution, a spokesperson says.
MIOSHA investigating United Wholesale Mortgage after dozens of complaints about lack of COVID-19 protocol
Since November 2021, the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration has received more than 50 complaints about how United Wholesale Mortgage is handling Covid at its Pontiac campus.
Almost 700 employees of Henry Ford Health System test positive for Covid
As more and more people test positive for COVID-19, Henry Ford Health System says almost 700 employees have tested positive in one week, putting an even bigger strain on healthcare.
N95 masks far more effective at preventing COVID-19 infection compared to cloth masks
In a study of different face coverings, N95 masks prevented COVID-19 infection for up to 25 hours when next to someone carrying the virus. Cloth masks only prevented infection for 20 minutes.
Ferndale's Magic Bag cancels shows due to COVID-19 omicron variant
Shows scheduled through Jan. 15 have since been rescheduled for February and March. One show however has been canceled.
Detroit schools to resume class remotely through Jan. 14
Detroit schools says the city's positive test rate has exceeded 40% over the last seven days, making quarantining and in-person schooling inevitable.
Can you catch Covid twice? Doctor explains likelihood of double covid infection
"Just because you get one strain of the virus doesn't mean can't get another one," Dr. Shajahan said. "If you had Covid, you might think you're good but keep in mind this virus is still around and if it’s around, it can still continue to mutate."
Former United Wholesale Mortgage employee says company isn't doing enough to protect workforce from Covid
A former employee at United Wholesale Mortgage says he's speaking for many of his friends and colleagues who are worried about their safety but scared of losing their jobs - as Covid surges throughout the community - and the company's sprawling campus in Pontiac.
Doctor says changing Covid recommendations can cause mistrust; still backs 10 days isolation
"I think one of the big criticisms so far has not been the science aspect of it, but the messaging - so the fact that people have been experiencing a lot of sometimes contradictory recommendations coming out of these institutions, that’s a big source of mistrust," Dr. Skrzynski said.
When is the best time to get tested for COVID-19?
Using an at-home Covid test too early in your illness may give you an inaccurate result.
Michigan State University requires COVID-19 vaccine or negative test to attend athletic, arts events
MSU is requiring people attending sports or arts events to show proof of COVID-19 vaccine or a negative COVID-19 test.
Doctors concerned about COVID-19 omicron variant as students return to school
As children return to school after the holiday break, the omicron COVID-19 variant is a concern that can't be ignored, doctors say.
Michigan's COVID-19 surge has some rethinking New Year's Eve plans
Giant parties and large gatherings may not be worth the risk, says doctors.