COVID-19 boosters: US expected to authorize mix-and-match shots
The FDA is expected to authorize the mixing and matching of COVID-19 booster shots this week in an effort to provide flexibility, the AP reports.
The FDA is expected to authorize the mixing and matching of COVID-19 booster shots this week in an effort to provide flexibility, the AP reports.
FDA unveils proposal for over-the-counter hearing aids
The move follows years of pressure from medical experts and consumer advocates to make the devices cheaper and easier to get.
The move follows years of pressure from medical experts and consumer advocates to make the devices cheaper and easier to get.
Michigan announces maternal care expansion for pregnant prisoners
The police directive expands care and formalizes existing Michigan Department of Corrections practices.
The police directive expands care and formalizes existing Michigan Department of Corrections practices.
Michigan reports 1st animal coronavirus case after cat tests positive
Michigan confirmed its first case of coronavirus in an animal after a cat tested positive. The feline had direct contact with its owners who had COVID-19.
Michigan confirmed its first case of coronavirus in an animal after a cat tested positive. The feline had direct contact with its owners who had COVID-19.
Beaumont doctor explains all adults are increased risk of Covid, even with a vaccine
When General Colin Powell died from COVID-19, it sent shockwaves as the former leader was fully vaccinated. But the 84-year-old had other health conditions besides COVID-19. Beaumont's infectious disease researcher Dr. Matthew Sims explains that all older adults are at an increased risk of catching the virus, regardless of vaccination status.
When General Colin Powell died from COVID-19, it sent shockwaves as the former leader was fully vaccinated. But the 84-year-old had other health conditions besides COVID-19. Beaumont's infectious disease researcher Dr. Matthew Sims explains that all older adults are at an increased risk of catching the virus, regardless of vaccination status.
Salmonella outbreak with unknown food source infects nearly 600 people nationwide
There are 173 new cases and 50 new hospitalizations from salmonella outbreak
There are 173 new cases and 50 new hospitalizations from salmonella outbreak
Michigan business groups urge Biden to reconsider COVID-19 vaccine mandate
Michigan business groups urged President Joe Biden to reconsider a plan to require most workers to get the COVID-19 vaccine or regularly tested for the virus.
Michigan business groups urged President Joe Biden to reconsider a plan to require most workers to get the COVID-19 vaccine or regularly tested for the virus.
13 mental health clinics around Michigan receiving funding boost
Michigan Sen. Debbie Stabenow says the funding increase is an effort by the state to fund mental health services like physical health - a disparity that has fueled a stigma against mental health.
Michigan Sen. Debbie Stabenow says the funding increase is an effort by the state to fund mental health services like physical health - a disparity that has fueled a stigma against mental health.
September was worst month for child COVID-19 infections, AAP says
The American Academy of Pediatrics also said the overall COVID-19 infection rate is 8,035 cases per 100,000 children in the population.
The American Academy of Pediatrics also said the overall COVID-19 infection rate is 8,035 cases per 100,000 children in the population.
The Maskii -- Dearborn woman designs mask that doubles as scrunchie
When a recent grad moved back home to Dearborn during the COVID-19 pandemic, she had an idea for a functional mask. With her employer's support, she created the Maskii.
When a recent grad moved back home to Dearborn during the COVID-19 pandemic, she had an idea for a functional mask. With her employer's support, she created the Maskii.
Study: Michigan school districts without mask mandates have more COVID-19 cases
Michigan school districts that don't have mask mandates have higher COVID-19 case rates.
Michigan school districts that don't have mask mandates have higher COVID-19 case rates.
CDC issues 2021 holiday COVID-19 guidance urging vaccination ahead of gatherings
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s guidance urges people to get vaccinated ahead of the holidays if they haven't done so already.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s guidance urges people to get vaccinated ahead of the holidays if they haven't done so already.
How to help 11-year-old Livonia boy battling extremely rare brain cancer
Earlier this summer, 11-year-old Silas was diagnosed with glioblastoma, a rare brain tumor.
Earlier this summer, 11-year-old Silas was diagnosed with glioblastoma, a rare brain tumor.
J&J COVID-19 booster: FDA panel endorses extra dose at least 2 months later
An FDA panel on Friday voted to recommend a booster dose of the single-shot Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine at least two months later.
An FDA panel on Friday voted to recommend a booster dose of the single-shot Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine at least two months later.
Michigan reports 8,297 cases of COVID-19 since Wednesday (daily average of 4,149) and 104 deaths
On Friday, Oct. 15. 2021, Michigan reported 8,297 cases of COVID-19 and 104 new deaths since Wednesday, 58 from vital records review. That's an average of 4,149 cases per day.
On Friday, Oct. 15. 2021, Michigan reported 8,297 cases of COVID-19 and 104 new deaths since Wednesday, 58 from vital records review. That's an average of 4,149 cases per day.
US to lift travel restrictions for vaccinated foreign nationals on Nov. 8
The White House is expected to announce fully vaccinated international travelers who are foreign nationals will be allowed into the united states starting Nov. 8.
The White House is expected to announce fully vaccinated international travelers who are foreign nationals will be allowed into the united states starting Nov. 8.
Moderna COVID-19 boosters: FDA panel endorses lower-dose shots for seniors, high risk
The FDA’s independent advisory panel endorsed lower-dose Moderna booster shots for seniors and other high-risk groups.
The FDA’s independent advisory panel endorsed lower-dose Moderna booster shots for seniors and other high-risk groups.
ARISE Detroit! urges more to build up neighborhoods by getting COVID-19 vaccine
ARISE Detroit! is an organization that works to preserve the communities of Detroit is urging residents to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
ARISE Detroit! is an organization that works to preserve the communities of Detroit is urging residents to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Wyandotte breast cancer survivor shares how tissue donation helped her
Sue says using the donor tissue for the reconstructive surgery allowed her physical appearance to remain the same as it did before the surgery - and that was huge factor in her recovery.
Sue says using the donor tissue for the reconstructive surgery allowed her physical appearance to remain the same as it did before the surgery - and that was huge factor in her recovery.
New sodium guidelines: FDA seeks to cut salt in packaged, restaurant foods
The FDA’s voluntary goals finalized Wednesday for 163 foods are intended to help lower the amount of salt Americans eat.
The FDA’s voluntary goals finalized Wednesday for 163 foods are intended to help lower the amount of salt Americans eat.