Michigan COVID-19 hospitalizations hit record-high

Michigan had six COVID-19 deaths per 100,000 residents in the past week, the seventh-highest among all states.

Pfizer: Omicron-specific COVID-19 vaccine human trials to begin late January

Pfizer confirmed it plans to start human trials of its omicron-specific COVID-19 vaccine later this month, potentially making it available to the public as soon as March.

US surgeons perform 1st transplant of pig heart into human patient

U.S. doctors have transplanted a pig heart into a patient in a last-ditch effort to save his life — a first for medical science.

State Attorney General Dana Nessel warns of fake Covid tests sold by scammers

"Just like Covid never seems to end, Covid scams never seem to end, either," she said. "If it's not on the FDA website - don't buy it and certainly don't use it," she said.

Oakland University extends courses online through January due to omicron

"We are hopeful that by waiting until February 1, we will be able to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and return to face-to-face classes more seamlessly," the school said in a statement.

Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist says he contracted Covid, but has no symptoms

First the governor's husband Marc Mallory contracted the virus and now her second-in-command on Sunday got the virus from his little daughter Ruby.

Is a fourth COVID-19 vaccine coming? Doctors and Pfizer say yes

Doctors say a fourth COVID-19 shot is likely coming as the world continues to fight the omicron variant of the deadly virus.

Detroit expands COVID-19 booster shots for people age 12 and up

In addition to expanding access to the shot among younger groups, people are now advised to get their booster shot five months after completing the vaccine series, instead of six months.

T cells from common colds may help protect against COVID-19, study suggests

T cells generated from the common cold may help protect against COVID-19, a new study found. But researchers stressed that "no one should rely on this alone."

Michigan doc says record-high Covid cases likely undercounted due to Omicron spread

Omicron is creating new problems for Michigan's pandemic response. At-home tests aren't being recorded while new recommendations from the CDC are muddying the waters. "The pandemic is changing faster than the messaging,” one doctor said.

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.

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.

What type of face mask is best amid the recent omicron surge

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says to pick masks with two or more layers and a nose wire to prevent air from leaking out the top.