Website of $5 donations helps those battling dystonia
It's a disorder that causes a disruption between the brain and the body, creating an unimaginable struggle with simple day-to-day activities.
It's a disorder that causes a disruption between the brain and the body, creating an unimaginable struggle with simple day-to-day activities.
Pfizer studying oral drug to prevent COVID-19 in those exposed
Pfizer has begun mid-to-late stage trials of an oral COVID-19 drug designed to prevent infection in those who have been exposed to the virus.
Pfizer has begun mid-to-late stage trials of an oral COVID-19 drug designed to prevent infection in those who have been exposed to the virus.
Health systems like Henry Ford look overseas to Philippines to fill nursing shortage
"The work level has increased," she said. "It’s very stressful. And then you go home and you feel like he just didn’t do enough anymore. It is very taxing."
"The work level has increased," she said. "It’s very stressful. And then you go home and you feel like he just didn’t do enough anymore. It is very taxing."
Judge won't force Delaware hospital to give ivermectin to COVID-19 patient
Vice-Chancellor Morgan Zurn said in a ruling issued Friday that patients, even if they are gravely ill, do not have a right to a particular medical treatment.
Vice-Chancellor Morgan Zurn said in a ruling issued Friday that patients, even if they are gravely ill, do not have a right to a particular medical treatment.
Dr. Joneigh Khaldun to step down as Michigan's chief medical exec, Gov. Whitmer names replacement
Dr. Joneigh Khaldun, Michigan's chief medical executive, is leaving the position for another role outside of the state government.
Dr. Joneigh Khaldun, Michigan's chief medical executive, is leaving the position for another role outside of the state government.
CDC endorses Pfizer booster for 65 and older, others at high risk
The CDC has endorsed COVID-19 booster shots for millions of older or otherwise vulnerable Americans.
The CDC has endorsed COVID-19 booster shots for millions of older or otherwise vulnerable Americans.
Beaumont doctor expects Moderna vaccine to get FDA approval, followed by booster
“Right now it looks like the Moderna vaccine has a little more longevity against Delta than Pfizer does," he said. “They’re both still really good for severe disease.”
“Right now it looks like the Moderna vaccine has a little more longevity against Delta than Pfizer does," he said. “They’re both still really good for severe disease.”
Some help for parents experiencing stressful back-to-school season amid pandemic
One key tip is reframing the term anxiety and changing the conversation by not using the label, said one expert.
One key tip is reframing the term anxiety and changing the conversation by not using the label, said one expert.
Mental health, suicide rate in teens during pandemic has worsened, but there is help available
There is help if you or a loved one is feeling distressed. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Or text to 741-741 Mental health issues were already growing pre-pandemic as experts saw a spike in suicides. During the pandemic, they say it’s just gotten worse.
There is help if you or a loved one is feeling distressed. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Or text to 741-741 Mental health issues were already growing pre-pandemic as experts saw a spike in suicides. During the pandemic, they say it’s just gotten worse.
Does delta variant make COVID-19 worse for children?
The delta variant has been identified in at least 180 countries, according to the World Health Organization.
The delta variant has been identified in at least 180 countries, according to the World Health Organization.
Pfizer COVID-19 booster: CDC panel continues discussions after FDA sign-off
A CDC panel continued to discuss specific recommendations on Pfizer’s COVID-19 booster following the FDA’s sign-off for certain Americans.
A CDC panel continued to discuss specific recommendations on Pfizer’s COVID-19 booster following the FDA’s sign-off for certain Americans.
Study: Wine is only alcoholic drink with health benefits — and it may just be the grapes
A study out of the U.K. found a lower risk of coronary heart disease through the consumption of wine, but a similar finding was also noted in alcohol-free wine.
A study out of the U.K. found a lower risk of coronary heart disease through the consumption of wine, but a similar finding was also noted in alcohol-free wine.
Michigan sending water, filters to Benton Harbor due to lead
Michigan will provide bottled water and water filters in Benton Harbor, where tests have revealed elevated levels of lead.
Michigan will provide bottled water and water filters in Benton Harbor, where tests have revealed elevated levels of lead.
Dr. Joneigh Khaldun talks about grim Michigan milestone of 1M Covid cases
More than 67 percent of Michiganders over the age of 16 have gotten at least one dose of the vaccine. The US reached the goal of 70 percent of American adults getting at least one shot a month, which is what the Biden Administration had hoped for.
More than 67 percent of Michiganders over the age of 16 have gotten at least one dose of the vaccine. The US reached the goal of 70 percent of American adults getting at least one shot a month, which is what the Biden Administration had hoped for.
FDA approves Pfizer booster for 65 and older, others at high risk
The FDA has approved Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine booster for those who are 65 years and up or run a high risk of severe disease, according to reports.
The FDA has approved Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine booster for those who are 65 years and up or run a high risk of severe disease, according to reports.
Covid survivor who spent more than month in a coma shares her story
Heather Elizabeth Brown fell into a coma and remained in that state, and on a ventilator for 31 days.
Heather Elizabeth Brown fell into a coma and remained in that state, and on a ventilator for 31 days.
Data shows remdesivir reduces risk of COVID-19 hospitalization, Gilead Sciences says
Phase 3 trials found remdesivir showed promise in reducing the risk of hospitalization of COVID-19 patients who were diagnosed early.
Phase 3 trials found remdesivir showed promise in reducing the risk of hospitalization of COVID-19 patients who were diagnosed early.
Michigan health officer ‘broken’ after threats tied to mask order
A public health officer who ordered masks in Kent County schools said he is facing "brute mob hatred."
A public health officer who ordered masks in Kent County schools said he is facing "brute mob hatred."
CDC COVID-19 transmission map of US is almost completely red
With the exception of California, Puerto Rico, and several U.S. territories, every single state in the U.S. is experiencing high levels of COVID-19 transmission.
With the exception of California, Puerto Rico, and several U.S. territories, every single state in the U.S. is experiencing high levels of COVID-19 transmission.
Study illustrates how COVID-19 can spread among vaccinated, CDC says
A new CDC study shows how the novel coronavirus can still spread among the vaccinated, but the unvaccinated still make up a large portion of hospitalizations.
A new CDC study shows how the novel coronavirus can still spread among the vaccinated, but the unvaccinated still make up a large portion of hospitalizations.