Biden tours Pfizer vaccine plant as winter weather delays 6M COVID-19 vaccine doses
The extreme winter weather has led to a three-day delay in shipping COVID-19 vaccines, or about 6 million doses.
Pres. Joe Biden says once COVID is defeated, cancer is next
President Joe Biden visited the Pfizer plant in Portage on Friday and said after the US defeats COVID-19, it will then try to beat cancer.
Winter storms delay vaccine shipments to Michigan, creating "significant backlog" of orders
Both Pfizer and Moderna vaccine distribution was hit with massive delays this week as inclement weather ground supply chains to a halt.
Detroit expands COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to people over 60 with chronic conditions
Detroit's pause on COVID-19 vaccinations due to Monday's snowstorm is over and now the city is ready to bring in more people to get the vaccine.
Medical marijuana workers in California move to front of vaccine line
The California Department of Public Health is now allowing people who work at medical marijuana retail shops a shot at the front of the COVID-19 vaccine line, before some teachers and emergency workers. Some say it makes perfect sense, while others are outraged.
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan meets with President Joe Biden on COVID-19 response
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan met with President Joe Biden on Friday at the White House to discuss the $1.9T American Rescue Plan and ways to improve the response to COVID-19.
Midwest Vaccine Hunters Facebook group to help elderly find the vaccine shot
Vaccine Hunters' focus now, is getting the eligible elderly some help. "They don't have cell phones, they don't have internet, and they don't have computers," said Shar Clark.
Detroit reschedules 3,000 vaccine appointments ahead of heavy snowfall Tuesday
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan will speak at 2 p.m. about the major snowfall expected for the region and potential changes for Tuesday's COVID-19 vaccinations.
‘We’re kind of like tech support’: Teen cousins help hundreds of senior citizens sign up for COVID-19 vaccine
Cousins Amelie Beck and Jacqueline Teague launched a program in their state to help senior citizens navigate the technology needed to register for the COVID-19 vaccine.
After COVID-19 vaccination, is it safe to visit with friends and loved ones?
While the current COVID-19 vaccines may prevent someone from getting severely sick, it remains unclear whether they could still carry and transmit the virus to others. Here’s what you need to know.
90-year-old Seattle woman walks 6 miles in the snow to get coronavirus vaccine
A 90-year-old Seattle woman walked six miles in the snow over the weekend to make sure she was on time for her coveted Covid-19 vaccination appointment.
Beaumont cancels 1,884 appointments for 2nd dose due to vaccine shortage
Appointments scheduled for Thursday have been canceled after Beaumont Health learned Friday that not enough of the Pfizer vaccine had been received by the state.
WHO greenlights AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use, opening door for use in the UN
The World Health Organization has granted an emergency authorization to the COVID-19 vaccine made by AstraZeneca, likely allowing the U.N. health agency's partners to ship millions of doses to countries worldwide.
These 3 COVID-19 vaccine side effects are common, CDC expert says
Pain, fatigue, and low-grade fever are three common side effects of the COVID-19 vaccine, experts say.
Some countries could require ‘vaccine passports’ by summer 2021
Some European countries and tech leaders are already working together to develop a “vaccine passport” which could be required for travel this summer.
How to schedule a coronavirus vaccine appointment in Michigan
Even while supplies are limited, eligibility for receiving a COVID-19 vaccine is expanding every week in Michigan. For those that can get one, here are the best ways.
Booster shots, second-generation vaccines: COVID-19 vaccine makers rush to adapt to coronavirus variants
Moderna and Pfizer have announced that they are prepared to make tweaks to their COVID-19 vaccines and are preparing for a potential booster dose to combat the mutated coronavirus variants circulating around the world.
Walmart, Sam's Club pharmacies to begin COVID-19 vaccines Friday
Walmart and Sam's Club pharmacies across 22 states are receiving doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Detroit opens COVID-19 vaccinations to those with disabilities
The City of Detroit is continuing to expand access to the COVID-19 for people in the city, now adding those with physical or intellectual disabilities.
CDC waives quarantine for vaccinated people after COVID-19 exposure, experts still say wear a mask
According to the most recent guidance by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, people who have been fully vaccinated and exposed to COVID-19 don’t have to quarantine, but many medical experts still urge social distancing and mask-wearing.