Michigan reports 1,659 COVID-19 cases, 8 deaths Saturday, 2.8M vaccinations
On Saturday, March 13, 2021, the state of Michigan reported 1,659 cases of COVID-19 and 38 deaths linked to the virus. The deaths announced today include 30 deaths identified during a Vital Records review.
On Saturday, March 13, 2021, the state of Michigan reported 1,659 cases of COVID-19 and 38 deaths linked to the virus. The deaths announced today include 30 deaths identified during a Vital Records review.
US begins distribution of single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine
Nearly 4 million doses of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine were shipped Sunday night and could be used for injections as early as Tuesday, officials said.
Nearly 4 million doses of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine were shipped Sunday night and could be used for injections as early as Tuesday, officials said.
COVID-19 vaccine doses stolen, 2 children wrongly vaccinated, Tennessee officials say
Tennessee health officials say coronavirus vaccine doses were allegedly stolen and two children were improperly vaccinated in Shelby County. The state is also investigating how 2,400 vaccine doses were wasted.
Tennessee health officials say coronavirus vaccine doses were allegedly stolen and two children were improperly vaccinated in Shelby County. The state is also investigating how 2,400 vaccine doses were wasted.
Experts believe increase in eating disorders in teens caused by the pandemic
Experts say reactions to the pandemic like isolation, not having a schedule, and not staying occupied could be the reason for the increased number of eating disorders seen in teens.
Experts say reactions to the pandemic like isolation, not having a schedule, and not staying occupied could be the reason for the increased number of eating disorders seen in teens.
CDC signs off on Johnson & Johnson's single-dose COVID-19 vaccine
The 12-0 vote, with one recusal for a potential conflict of interest, comes following an official emergency use authorization by the Food and Drug Administration on Saturday.
The 12-0 vote, with one recusal for a potential conflict of interest, comes following an official emergency use authorization by the Food and Drug Administration on Saturday.
First dose of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine protects against asymptomatic infection, UK study finds
The study found a significant decrease in asymptomatic infections among healthcare workers who had gotten their first shot of the Pfizer vaccine at least 12 days ago.
The study found a significant decrease in asymptomatic infections among healthcare workers who had gotten their first shot of the Pfizer vaccine at least 12 days ago.
Coronavirus numbers continue falling, state keeping close eye on expanding mutation
More than half-a-million Michigan residents are now fully vaccinated from COVID-19.
More than half-a-million Michigan residents are now fully vaccinated from COVID-19.
Michigan announces $52.5M in grants for thousands of small businesses
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced that more than $52 million in grants was made available for thousands of small businesses affected by COVID-19 and closures.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced that more than $52 million in grants was made available for thousands of small businesses affected by COVID-19 and closures.
Macomb County restaurants band together to sue Michigan over COVID-19 restrictions
Bar and restaurant owners throughout Michigan have seen their hard work evaporate in just 12 months due to closures from the COVID-19 pandemic. Now Macomb County business owners are banding together to sue the state for damages.
Bar and restaurant owners throughout Michigan have seen their hard work evaporate in just 12 months due to closures from the COVID-19 pandemic. Now Macomb County business owners are banding together to sue the state for damages.
President Joe Biden visits Pfizer plant in Portage, Michigan
The president is expected to visit Portage on the west side of the state Friday afternoon where he'll tour the Pfizer plant where vaccines are being produced.
The president is expected to visit Portage on the west side of the state Friday afternoon where he'll tour the Pfizer plant where vaccines are being produced.
Livingston commissioners say the county has been left behind in vaccine distribution
The state is pitting county against county according to some Livingston County commissioners when it comes to the distribution of the limited amount of COVID-19 vaccines.
The state is pitting county against county according to some Livingston County commissioners when it comes to the distribution of the limited amount of COVID-19 vaccines.
Doctor says underlying health conditions likely to blame for vaccine deaths
As more Michiganders get vaccinated against COVID-19, doctors are reassuring patients - it's safe - after recent reports of some people dying within days of getting the shots.
As more Michiganders get vaccinated against COVID-19, doctors are reassuring patients - it's safe - after recent reports of some people dying within days of getting the shots.
Oakland County reports 99.9% of COVID-19 vaccines delivered
The Oakland County Health Department said nearly every COVID-19 vaccine dose it has received has been given to someone, two months after the first dose was received.
The Oakland County Health Department said nearly every COVID-19 vaccine dose it has received has been given to someone, two months after the first dose was received.
Shoveling snow is more dangerous if you've had COVID-19, says doctor
“It’s essentially the ultimate stress test," said Dr. Trivax. "When the heart, in some people, is affected by COVID, a variety of different things can happen. It just doesn’t play by the rules - so to speak."
“It’s essentially the ultimate stress test," said Dr. Trivax. "When the heart, in some people, is affected by COVID, a variety of different things can happen. It just doesn’t play by the rules - so to speak."
FEMA eyes Ford Field for regional vaccination hub says Wayne County official
Just last week the Federal Emergency Management Agency sent a team to Michigan to look at ways of effectively expanding the vaccination program. There was a particular interest in using the home of the Lions as a venue for large-scale operations.
Just last week the Federal Emergency Management Agency sent a team to Michigan to look at ways of effectively expanding the vaccination program. There was a particular interest in using the home of the Lions as a venue for large-scale operations.
Feb 22 is Supermarket Employee Day after role of essential workers is recognized with pandemic
The Food Industry Association has found a way to honor these workers by proclaiming the first-ever Supermarket Employee Day to be held starting this year and every year moving forward on February 22nd.
The Food Industry Association has found a way to honor these workers by proclaiming the first-ever Supermarket Employee Day to be held starting this year and every year moving forward on February 22nd.
Wayne County opening 6 more Coronavirus vaccine sites for seniors
Wayne County is opening sites in Canton, Highland Park, Inkster, Melvindale, Romulus, and the city of Wayne for seniors to have more access to the COVID-19 vaccine this week.
Wayne County is opening sites in Canton, Highland Park, Inkster, Melvindale, Romulus, and the city of Wayne for seniors to have more access to the COVID-19 vaccine this week.
Doctor honors late wife with $1 million donation to Henry Ford Hospital's heart disease research
"Carol when she was dying, the thing that distressed her most. was that she said she did not want to be forgotten," he said. "My family and I agreed that it would be really fitting to honor her, by continuing her legacy by continuing to do research on patients who have heart disease."
"Carol when she was dying, the thing that distressed her most. was that she said she did not want to be forgotten," he said. "My family and I agreed that it would be really fitting to honor her, by continuing her legacy by continuing to do research on patients who have heart disease."
Salvation Army's Bed and Bread making nighttime runs as COVID-19 creates space problems
The pandemic won't stop the Salvation Army from its mission of helping people in need - it's just a bit more challenging.
The pandemic won't stop the Salvation Army from its mission of helping people in need - it's just a bit more challenging.
Michigan offering vaccine providers up to 2,500 doses to administer to vulnerable populations
The state health department's new pilot program will give up to 2,500 vaccine doses to health providers that can help residents struggling with access overcome barriers.
The state health department's new pilot program will give up to 2,500 vaccine doses to health providers that can help residents struggling with access overcome barriers.