COVID-19 leaves US children hospitalized in near-record numbers
During the week of Dec. 21-27, an average of 334 children with the coronavirus were admitted per day to hospitals, a 58% increase from the week before.
During the week of Dec. 21-27, an average of 334 children with the coronavirus were admitted per day to hospitals, a 58% increase from the week before.
COVID-19 in Michigan: MDHHS urges schools to require masks for students, staff
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is urging schools to require masks when students return from the holiday break. While the department isn't implementing a mask mandate, it is pushing schools to set protocols to help reduce the spread of COVID-19.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is urging schools to require masks when students return from the holiday break. While the department isn't implementing a mask mandate, it is pushing schools to set protocols to help reduce the spread of COVID-19.
Michigan health department keeps quarantine guidelines after CDC shortens isolation period
More than a year since the first COVID-19 vaccines earned emergency approval, Michigan reported its highest daily COVID-19 case rate since the pandemic started on Wednesday. Another 338 people also died.
More than a year since the first COVID-19 vaccines earned emergency approval, Michigan reported its highest daily COVID-19 case rate since the pandemic started on Wednesday. Another 338 people also died.
J&J COVID-19 booster found to cut omicron hospitalizations in South African study
Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 booster shot was found to reduce the risk of omicron-related hospitalization by about 85%, according to a South African clinical trial.
Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 booster shot was found to reduce the risk of omicron-related hospitalization by about 85%, according to a South African clinical trial.
How to set healthy goals for the new year
One of the best ways to get started, is setting a 10 minute goal of walking outside.
One of the best ways to get started, is setting a 10 minute goal of walking outside.
Detroit's health department holds walk-in vaccine event to lift sagging numbers
"We had over 236 walk-ins as opposed to appointments so we’re doing good," said nurse Shalane Mines. “And it’s really good to see the community come out to be vaccinated.”
"We had over 236 walk-ins as opposed to appointments so we’re doing good," said nurse Shalane Mines. “And it’s really good to see the community come out to be vaccinated.”
Michigan breaks single-day COVID-19 case record -- Here's what to know about the virus this week
Michigan set a new record for single-day COVID-19 cases this week.
Michigan set a new record for single-day COVID-19 cases this week.
Cytomegalovirus: What the CDC wants you to know during the holiday
According to the CDC, cytomegalovirus is a common virus that can affect people of all ages. Symptoms include fever, sore throat, fatigue and swollen glands.
According to the CDC, cytomegalovirus is a common virus that can affect people of all ages. Symptoms include fever, sore throat, fatigue and swollen glands.
New COVID-19 cases in US hit pandemic high amid omicron surge
The seven-day average of new COVID-19 cases in the U.S. was 265,427 on Tuesday, well over the previous record set in mid-January, according to Johns Hopkins.
The seven-day average of new COVID-19 cases in the U.S. was 265,427 on Tuesday, well over the previous record set in mid-January, according to Johns Hopkins.
The dangers of shoveling snow
Shoveling snow - especially the wet kind that weighs a ton - is not like normal daily activities. It puts the heart to work and can be stressful to those who don't do regular physical activity. Here's what to know if inches of snow need shoveling off the sidewalk.
Shoveling snow - especially the wet kind that weighs a ton - is not like normal daily activities. It puts the heart to work and can be stressful to those who don't do regular physical activity. Here's what to know if inches of snow need shoveling off the sidewalk.
WHO: Global COVID cases up 11% last week, biggest increase in Americas
The WHO says the number of new COVID-19 cases worldwide increased by 11% last week, while newly reported deaths were down 4% globally.
The WHO says the number of new COVID-19 cases worldwide increased by 11% last week, while newly reported deaths were down 4% globally.
Doctors advise against cloth masks to prevent spread of COVID-19
Doctors are advising against wearing cloth masks to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Instead, wear a surgical mask or N-95.
Doctors are advising against wearing cloth masks to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Instead, wear a surgical mask or N-95.
American Red Cross blood supply at 10-year low, here's where to donate
As blood donations are drying up across the country, Metro Detroiters are showing up and helping - but more help is needed.
As blood donations are drying up across the country, Metro Detroiters are showing up and helping - but more help is needed.
How long do you need to isolate if you have COVID-19? -- CDC changes isolation, quarantine guidelines
How long do you need to isolate for if you have COVID-19? Do you need to quarantine for if you are exposed to Covid? It depends, the CDC said.
How long do you need to isolate for if you have COVID-19? Do you need to quarantine for if you are exposed to Covid? It depends, the CDC said.
'We're at a breaking point': Metro Detroit COVID-19 testing sites short-staffed as workers catch virus
COVID-19 testing locations in Metro Detroit are struggling to keep up with demand for tests as staff catch the virus.
COVID-19 testing locations in Metro Detroit are struggling to keep up with demand for tests as staff catch the virus.
Metro Detroit COVID-19 testing sites running low on supplies as demand surges
Some COVID-19 test sites in Metro Detroit are struggling to keep up with a demand for tests. There are also concerns about a limited number of testing supplies, too.
Some COVID-19 test sites in Metro Detroit are struggling to keep up with a demand for tests. There are also concerns about a limited number of testing supplies, too.
Where to get a COVID-19 test in Metro Detroit
Find a COVID-19 testing site in Michigan here.
Find a COVID-19 testing site in Michigan here.
New Year's celebrations shelved across the globe as COVID-19 surges, here's who canceled and who hasn't
A scaled-down celebration in New York City is still happening, but other cities around the world are canceling celebrations altogether.
A scaled-down celebration in New York City is still happening, but other cities around the world are canceling celebrations altogether.
Fauci: 4th COVID-19 vaccine dose too ‘premature’ to discuss
Dr. Anthony Fauci said it’s too soon to decide if Americans would need a fourth dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Dr. Anthony Fauci said it’s too soon to decide if Americans would need a fourth dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
With COVID-19 precautions in place, Metro Detroit Catholic churches ready for Christmas Mass
Catholic churches in Detroit are ready for Christmas Eve and Christmas masses despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Catholic churches in Detroit are ready for Christmas Eve and Christmas masses despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.