Beaumont-Spectrum Merger Slowed by Federal Review Process
Spectrum Health and Beaumont Health were expecting to close a deal to merge operations this fall. But with a federal review slowing the process, the deal has been delayed.
Debate Rages on Legality of Biden’s Vaccine Mandate as OSHA Works Out Enforcement Options
Supporters are OK with President Biden's vaccine mandate, while critics threaten to sue. Meanwhile, everyone is waiting on OSHA's order.
Biden’s COVID-19 Plan Includes Mandatory Vaccinations for Large Businesses, Health Workers
President Joe Biden laid out his new direction for battling COVID-19, and it includes having large businesses require vaccinations, among other steps.
Study: Delta’s Testing ‘Significantly’ Decreases Rate of Active COVID-19 Infections on Board
The risk of exposure to COVID-19 while traveling after all passengers test negative 72 hours in advance of your flight is less than 0.1 percent. That’s according to a...
Survey: Majority of U.S. Companies Plan on Vaccine Mandate By End of the Year
A national survey shows a majority of U.S. companies plan to implement vaccine mandates now that the FDA has approved the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine.
Reports: COVID-19 Boosters Could Come Earlier Than Expected
Fully vaccinated Americans could be getting their COVID-19 booster shots sooner than expected.
Poll: One-Third of Unvaccinated Adults Say FDA Approval Eases Most of Their Concerns
One national poll suggests at least a third of unvaccinated adults in the U.S. would have their concerns eased by FDA approval of COVID-19 vaccines.
CDC Data Shows Most of Michigan Should Be Masking Up in Public
Residents in all but two Michigan counties should be masking up, according to CDC guidance. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says no mandates are coming.
FDA Grants Full Approval to Pfizer’s COVID-19 Vaccine
The FDA on Monday granted full approval to the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, spurring, officials hope, a surge in vaccinations.
U.S. Lays Out Plan for COVID-19 Booster Shots to Start in September
The Biden Administration, citing a desire to "get ahead" of the Delta variant, has laid out a plan for COVID-19 booster shots to begin in September.
Beaumont-Trenton Opens Clinic With Early Detection Technology to Fight Lung Cancer
Beaumont-Trenton is opening a clinic with the ability to detect lung cancer early and help stem the tide of lung cancer deaths in Michigan.
Detroit Health Officials Urging Residents to Wear Masks Indoors as Delta Virant Cases Climb
With the Delta variant surging, the Detroit Health Department is recommending residents wear masks indoors in an effort to curb the spread.
WSU Establishes First-of-Its-Kind Center for Emerging and Infectious Diseases
In the midst of a pandemic, officials at Wayne State University are establishing a new center to study infectious diseases and get ready for the next one.
Employers Struggle With Mandating COVID-19 Vaccine
With no state or federal mandate to require workers to get vaccinated against COVID-19, business leaders are struggling with the decision whether to require it.
Vaccine Requirements Vary at Michigan Universities as Virus Cases Rise
While the state's two largest universities are making vaccination mandatory for attendance, the policy varies among Michigan's other schools.
CDC: Vaccinated People in High-Transmission COVID-19 Areas Should Resume Wearing Masks Indoors
With the delta variant wreaking havoc, the CDC recommends even vaccinated Americans wear masks indoors in high-transmission areas.
Beaumont Health Announces Changes to Leadership Team
Three Beaumont Health leaders have announced they will leave the health system. The organization is beginning a thoughtful process to identify and select strong, permanent executive leaders to guide...
State House Votes to Repeal Emergency Powers Law Used by Whitmer During Pandemic
The Michigan House of Representatives has voted along party lines to repeal the emergency powers law Gov. Gretchen Whitmer used to impose COVID-related restrictions.
Spike in COVID-19 Cases Prompts Some Renewed Restrictions, Drives Push for Vaccinations
Los Angeles County has reinstituted mask requirements indoors, regardless of COVID-19 vaccination status.
Because COVID infections are rising in 49 of 50 states, Chicago officials said Tuesday that unvaccinated travelers...
Beaumont study allows participants to monitor COVID-19 immunity over the next two years
A Beaumont Health study designed to allow participants to track their immunity to COVID-19 aims to define how COVID-19 antibodies are developed and how long they last.
