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.
DPSCD to expand Covid testing to staff and students, make vaccines available at school
"Online learning is not the best way to learn for our students," he said. "It’s really about pivoting and returning to in-person learning by January 24th and at the very latest, January 31st."
"Online learning is not the best way to learn for our students," he said. "It’s really about pivoting and returning to in-person learning by January 24th and at the very latest, January 31st."
Free at-home COVID tests: Website to start accepting orders Jan. 19
After facing heavy criticism last month for not securing enough tests for Americans, the Biden administration has launched a website that will allow households to order at-home test kits — starting Jan. 19.
After facing heavy criticism last month for not securing enough tests for Americans, the Biden administration has launched a website that will allow households to order at-home test kits — starting Jan. 19.
Biden urges employers to 'do the right thing' after Supreme Court blocks vaccine mandate
President Biden appealed to U.S. companies “to do the right thing to protect Americans’ health and economy” after the Supreme Court blocked the vaccine mandate.
President Biden appealed to U.S. companies “to do the right thing to protect Americans’ health and economy” after the Supreme Court blocked the vaccine mandate.
State health director blasts auditor's findings of undercounted Covid deaths in long-term facilities
"I think it's concerning when the auditor general's office is supposed to be known for facts and integrity, to put something out like this that is misleading," she said. "I'm very concerned about it."
"I think it's concerning when the auditor general's office is supposed to be known for facts and integrity, to put something out like this that is misleading," she said. "I'm very concerned about it."
Federal disaster help team to work at Henry Ford Wyandotte amid omicron surge
“We keep seeing the misinformation related to vaccines and efficacy of the vaccine. It is honestly getting more and more frustrating. the data is mounting. the evidence is extremely strong," said Dr. Adnan Munkarah, executive VP, Henry Ford Health.
“We keep seeing the misinformation related to vaccines and efficacy of the vaccine. It is honestly getting more and more frustrating. the data is mounting. the evidence is extremely strong," said Dr. Adnan Munkarah, executive VP, Henry Ford Health.
'100 Days of Wisdom': Metro Detroit teen hopes to inspire, help others with book about mental health
Jack Leyden wrote "100 Days of Wisdom" to share his experiences and help others. Proceeds from the Plymouth teen's book are donated to nonprofits.
Jack Leyden wrote "100 Days of Wisdom" to share his experiences and help others. Proceeds from the Plymouth teen's book are donated to nonprofits.
MDHHS says 6K COVID-19 deaths were in long-term facilities, auditor general says they're 30% higher
The State of Michigan says of roughly 28,000 deaths related to COVID-19, a little more than 6,000 of them were in long-term care facilities, including nursing homes. But a new report coming out on Monday will reportedly show that number is higher. So why the discrepancy?
The State of Michigan says of roughly 28,000 deaths related to COVID-19, a little more than 6,000 of them were in long-term care facilities, including nursing homes. But a new report coming out on Monday will reportedly show that number is higher. So why the discrepancy?
Supreme Court blocks COVID-19 vaccine mandate for US businesses
The Supreme Court has stopped the Biden administration from enforcing a requirement that employees at large businesses be vaccinated against COVID-19 or undergo weekly testing and wear a mask on the job.
The Supreme Court has stopped the Biden administration from enforcing a requirement that employees at large businesses be vaccinated against COVID-19 or undergo weekly testing and wear a mask on the job.
Cannabis compounds prevent coronavirus from entering human cells: Oregon State University study
According to a study from researchers at OSU, cannabis compounds show the ability to prevent the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 from entering human cells.
According to a study from researchers at OSU, cannabis compounds show the ability to prevent the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 from entering human cells.
State health officials dispute 30 percent Covid nursing home death count discrepancy by auditor
"In my mind, it proved to me to be a very deadly decision and numbers are bearing it out," said State Rep. Steve Johnson (R-Wayland).
"In my mind, it proved to me to be a very deadly decision and numbers are bearing it out," said State Rep. Steve Johnson (R-Wayland).
US Army offering $50K bonuses to recruits amid ongoing COVID-19 pandemic
The U.S. Army, for the first time, is offering a maximum enlistment bonus of $50,000 to highly skilled recruits who sign up for six years.
The U.S. Army, for the first time, is offering a maximum enlistment bonus of $50,000 to highly skilled recruits who sign up for six years.