Experts say people should avoid crowded public spaces if they contract the disease and to quarantine themselves if they do get it.
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For the holidays: Another batch of COVID tests for Michiganders
Michigan households can order another four free COVID tests, while the state continues to offer free at-home tests and testing sites, too.
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Shortage of new RSV shots could endanger Michigan babies
A first-ever immunization against RSV for babies was approved with much fanfare in July; already, there’s not enough to go around, according to the state’s pediatricians’ group. That, and a flagging interest in flu and COVID vaccines, have some doctors worried.
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Michigan doctor says he’s lost 20 family members in Gaza bombardment
Dr. Emad Shehada is one of many metro Detroiters with ties to Gaza and Israel feeling the effects of the war.
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Experts: Henry Ford, Ascension Michigan venture likely to impact care, costs
Some fear another health care consolidation means higher costs for care, but hospitals argue that staff wages and inflation in supplies and equipment drive the prices for care.
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Michigan makes history, requires filtered water in all schools, daycares
New law mandates for filtered water bottle filling stations or faucets in all schools and daycare centers by 2026.
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Michigan cancer drug donation program looks to cut waste, help those in need
A group of Michigan pharmacists and doctors are setting up a statewide cancer drug exchange — more than 16 years after a state law allowed it. It’s intended to eliminate waste in usable drugs while helping those who can’t afford treatment.
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Detroit’s new Black-owned grocery store aims to improve food access
Long-awaited Neighborhood Grocery in Jefferson Chalmers on the city’s east side is providing vital food access.
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In Michigan mental health crisis, a tug-of-war over too few social workers
Michigan schools, mental health agencies and hospitals fight over too few social workers. Could relaxed licensing, better pay help?
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Free COVID tests bound for Michigan mailboxes — if you ask
To tamp down the spread of respiratory viruses before they take hold, the Biden administration is reopening a program to send free tests to households.