COVID-19 virus can survive for up to 28 days on common surfaces, study finds

A recent study uncovered new information about SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and how it behaves on surfaces, revealing that the virus can survive on surfaces for significantly longer than previously thought.

Cow-hugging is the new animal therapy trend we all need

While therapy animals are not a new concept, hugging cows in the name of wellness is gaining popularity not just in its origin country, but in the U.S. as well.

Michigan reports 1,791 new COVID-19 cases, 23 deaths on Saturday

On Saturday, October 17, 2020, the state of Michigan announced 1,791 new cases of COVID-19 and 23 more deaths. The deaths announced today includes 15 deaths identified during a Vital Records review.  

Movie theaters, bowling alleys reopened Friday across Michigan

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has said movie theaters, bowling alleys, amusement parks and other entertainment venues across the state can reopen Friday, Oct. 9 under certain health and safety guidelines.

Michigan bars allowed to reopen under new health order

Michigan bars are allowed to reopen under a new order issued by the Department of Health and Human Services.

Michigan health department issues coronavirus emergency order

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has issued a new emergency order to replace Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's executive orders struck down last week.

Gilchrist asks GOP leaders for mask mandate as Senate returns to Lansing

Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II called for Republican legislative leaders to enact and enforce a mask requirement inside the House and Senate chambers at all times.

New England Journal of Medicine calls for US leaders to be voted out over COVID-19 handling

The New England Journal of Medicine published a scathing editorial calling for the current administration to be voted out in November over the handling of the coronavirus pandemic.

Having a baby later in life may increase longevity, study suggests

Following the birth of a woman’s last child, certain measurements may be linked with her projected lifespan, according to a study recently published.

Owner of Bobcat Bonnie's tired of rude customers incensed over mask wearing rules

After hearing dozens of stories from employees at the restaurant's five locations - in Ferndale, Detroit, Ypsilanti, Wyandotte and Partridge Creek Mall, Matt Buskard let out his frustrations on Facebook.

Trump says COVID-19 diagnosis was 'blessing in disguise,' touts experimental antibody drug

President Donald Trump said his COVID-19 diagnosis was “a blessing in disguise” and promised to make an experimental antibody drug “free” for all Americans that he credited for his improved condition.

Obesity and alcohol can change risk factor for breast cancer
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Obesity and alcohol are two of the big risk factors for breast cancer that any woman can minimize just by trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Trump's tweet angers COVID-19 survivors

Some survivors of COVID-19 and people who have lost loved ones to the pandemic are angry over President Donald Trump's advice not to fear the disease.