California bill would allow preteens to get vaxed without parents' consent
Sen. Scott Wiener’s bill would lift the parental requirement for that age group for any vaccine that has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Sen. Scott Wiener’s bill would lift the parental requirement for that age group for any vaccine that has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
N95 masks, Covid test kits are 'the new hand sanitizer' says pharmacy owner
The high demand is all about Covid home testing kits and n95 masks, which Livonia's i Pharmacy had a few of, on display Thursday.
The high demand is all about Covid home testing kits and n95 masks, which Livonia's i Pharmacy had a few of, on display Thursday.
Difference in COVID death count in senior care facilities poses three-hour debate
After a three-hour debate at the capitol, both sides agreed that a better reporting system is needed.
After a three-hour debate at the capitol, both sides agreed that a better reporting system is needed.
COVID-19 detector: Wearable ‘Fresh Air Clip' can detect virus, study finds
Researchers at the Yale School of Public Health developed an easy-to-clip-on device called the ‘Fresh Air Clip’ that can help detect low levels of SARS-COV-2.
Researchers at the Yale School of Public Health developed an easy-to-clip-on device called the ‘Fresh Air Clip’ that can help detect low levels of SARS-COV-2.
COVID-19 vaccines do not affect the chances of having a child, NIH says
There’s no evidence that any vaccines, including COVID-19 vaccines, influence your chances of getting pregnant. But getting the actual coronavirus may impact male fertility.
There’s no evidence that any vaccines, including COVID-19 vaccines, influence your chances of getting pregnant. But getting the actual coronavirus may impact male fertility.
Pfizer pills effective against omicron, vaccine-maker's studies show
Pfizer Inc. said laboratory testing showed its COVID-19 pill Paxlovid appears to be effective against the omicron variant of the coronavirus.
Pfizer Inc. said laboratory testing showed its COVID-19 pill Paxlovid appears to be effective against the omicron variant of the coronavirus.
Michigan nursing homes required to provide COVID-19 vaccines to residents
A new Michigan Department of Health and Human Services order requires nursing homes to offer COVID-19 vaccines to residents.
A new Michigan Department of Health and Human Services order requires nursing homes to offer COVID-19 vaccines to residents.
400 million free N95 masks to be made available starting next week, White House says
White House announced that the masks will come from the government's stockpile, which has 750 million of the highly protective masks on hand.
White House announced that the masks will come from the government's stockpile, which has 750 million of the highly protective masks on hand.
Henry Ford Health System sees some good news on COVID-19 hospitalizations
One of Michigan's largest hospital groups is reporting a drop in COVID-19 hospitalizations in just a couple of days and it may be indicative that the trend is finally turning around.
One of Michigan's largest hospital groups is reporting a drop in COVID-19 hospitalizations in just a couple of days and it may be indicative that the trend is finally turning around.
Carhartt defends COVID-19 vaccine mandate, citing workplace safety
Carhartt said its COVID-19 mandate is to protect its workforce. The company stands behind the policy despite backlash from some people.
Carhartt said its COVID-19 mandate is to protect its workforce. The company stands behind the policy despite backlash from some people.
Starbucks ending employee vaccine mandate after Supreme Court ruling
Starbucks is no longer requiring its U.S. workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19, reversing a policy it announced earlier this month.
Starbucks is no longer requiring its U.S. workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19, reversing a policy it announced earlier this month.
Free at-home rapid COVID-19 test kits to be shipped in late January
"If you’ve had two negative tests in a row and you’re still concerned because you have active symptoms I would opt to get a PCR test," she said.
"If you’ve had two negative tests in a row and you’re still concerned because you have active symptoms I would opt to get a PCR test," she said.
COVID-19 smell and taste loss may have genetic link, study suggests
Researchers are trying to figure out why some COVID-19 patients lose their sense of taste and smell, and a new study suggests it may be because of a genetic link.
Researchers are trying to figure out why some COVID-19 patients lose their sense of taste and smell, and a new study suggests it may be because of a genetic link.
Hong Kong to kill 2,000 animals after pet store hamsters, employee test positive for COVID-19
Hong Kong authorities say they will kill 2,000 animals after several tested positive for COVID-19.
Hong Kong authorities say they will kill 2,000 animals after several tested positive for COVID-19.
Meijer doing free delivery for all orders over $35
A rise in Covid cases has prompted the Michigan-based grocer to shift its access to customers in an effort to keep shoppers safe as Michigan works to stamp down its worst coronavirus surge of the pandemic.
A rise in Covid cases has prompted the Michigan-based grocer to shift its access to customers in an effort to keep shoppers safe as Michigan works to stamp down its worst coronavirus surge of the pandemic.
Expert says the state of flux amid pandemic can take toll on kids but help is available
Dr. Lori Warner, a clinical psychologist, says this state of flux can be challenging for adults and definitely children.
Dr. Lori Warner, a clinical psychologist, says this state of flux can be challenging for adults and definitely children.
Epstein-Barr virus could lead to multiple sclerosis, Harvard study finds
Results of a 20-year study found evidence that multiple sclerosis is likely caused by infection with the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV).
Results of a 20-year study found evidence that multiple sclerosis is likely caused by infection with the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV).
Michigan auditor general releases review of COVID-19 deaths in long-term care facility
The Michigan health department and Gov. Whitmer have received criticism from conservative groups over how many long-term care facility patients died from COVID-19.
The Michigan health department and Gov. Whitmer have received criticism from conservative groups over how many long-term care facility patients died from COVID-19.
Doctor reflects on 1 year mark of Covid vaccines and impact against pandemic
"I don't know what more proof people want," Dr. Sims said. "It is safe and it works."
"I don't know what more proof people want," Dr. Sims said. "It is safe and it works."
When should you go to a hospital for COVID-19?
You can usually handle your COVID-19 symptoms at home, but sometimes it is necessary to seek medical care.
You can usually handle your COVID-19 symptoms at home, but sometimes it is necessary to seek medical care.