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.
"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.
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.
Doctors say a fourth COVID-19 shot is likely coming as the world continues to fight the omicron variant of the deadly virus.
Michigan reports 23,165 cases of COVID-19 (average of 3,309 per day) over past week, 103 more deaths
On Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2022, Michigan reported 23,165cases of COVID-19 and 103 deaths over the past week. That's an average of 3,309 cases a day.
On Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2022, Michigan reported 23,165cases of COVID-19 and 103 deaths over the past week. That's an average of 3,309 cases a day.
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.
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."
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.
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.
CDC guidelines: When is the best time to get tested for COVID-19 after exposure?
With COVID-19 cases rising related to the omicron variant, the CDC explains the best time to get tested for the virus after exposure.
With COVID-19 cases rising related to the omicron variant, the CDC explains the best time to get tested for the virus after exposure.
Michigan hospital adds heated tent for extra emergency room space to ease COVID-19 crush
A west Michigan hospital has added a heated tent to open up more emergency room space as the state's COVID-19 crush continues.
A west Michigan hospital has added a heated tent to open up more emergency room space as the state's COVID-19 crush continues.
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.
"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.
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.
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.
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.
Many healthcare workers in Michigan and around the world are verbally and physically attacks by patients, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Things you may have missed in 2021: Scientific, medical advances and more
Here’s a look at some of the non-COVID-19 scientific discoveries, health advances and other notable events that happened in 2021.
Here’s a look at some of the non-COVID-19 scientific discoveries, health advances and other notable events that happened in 2021.
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.
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.
'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.
Beaumont Health said its eight Michigan hospitals are dealing with a big increase in COVID-19 patients.
CDC panel endorses Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine booster for 12- to 15-year-olds
The CDC’s director, Dr. Rochelle Walensky, will weigh the panel’s advice before making a final decision soon.
The CDC’s director, Dr. Rochelle Walensky, will weigh the panel’s advice before making a final decision soon.
Pfizer COVID boosters for younger teens endorsed by US advisors
The chief safety question for adolescents is a rare side effect called myocarditis, a type of heart inflammation seen mostly in younger men and teen boys who get either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines. The vast majority of cases are mild -- far milder than the heart inflammation COVID-19 can cause -- and they seem to peak in older teens, those 16 and 17.
The chief safety question for adolescents is a rare side effect called myocarditis, a type of heart inflammation seen mostly in younger men and teen boys who get either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines. The vast majority of cases are mild -- far milder than the heart inflammation COVID-19 can cause -- and they seem to peak in older teens, those 16 and 17.
When should you stop shoveling? Doctors say there's an age limit
A Beaumont doctor says there is a right age when you should stop shoveling and start paying a teenager to handle the shoveling - and it may be younger than you think.
A Beaumont doctor says there is a right age when you should stop shoveling and start paying a teenager to handle the shoveling - and it may be younger than you think.