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The XBB variant has climbed to 3.1% of new COVID cases nationwide, the CDC now estimates.

A Nov. 16 recall of nearly 94,000 lbs. of Tyson Fresh Meat is a reminder to check for recalled food items and clean out the refrigerator — to keep family and friends safe.

When you have a pizza, how often do you refrigerate it within two hours? That’s the timeframe recommended by many official food safety guidelines when it comes to handling pizza.

A listeria outbreak has led to 16 infections and one death across six states, with New York having the most cases. The CDC has not yet pinpointed specific products that could be causing the outbreak.

The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has added a new color to its flu activity level chart, indicating areas with very high levels of respiratory illnesses.

While some seniors may resist the help, it's worth it to ensure they're safe and get the attention they need in case of an emergency.

The flu, a cold, COVID and RSV are all respiratory infections caused by viruses.

DEARBORN – The Dearborn Department of Public Health (DPH) will hold a free flu vaccine and COVID booster clinic for Dearborn residents.

A Reddit user turned to a name group and said a parent was considering using the baby name "Candida" — which is linked to a fungal infection in medical settings.

The new 'Scrabble' variants aren't responding to certain treatments, including Evusheld, a drug used as prevention for people who are immunocompromised.

We're tracking monkeypox cases in Michigan.

The Director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Dr. Rochelle Walensky, tested positive for COVID-19 on Friday night.

According to a statement, the public health agency's director is up to date with her vaccines.

"There will be lots of thought and discussion about the reintroduction of an oral polio vaccine into the United States," she said. While New York state health officials have launched an immunization drive with the inactivated polio shots, that vaccine hasn't stopped this outbreak. The oral polio vaccine is much more effective at stopping transmission of the virus and is normally used to quash outbreaks. The novel oral polio vaccine was developed to stop poliovirus outbreaks caused by the less stable older version of the vaccine, according to the Global Polio Eradication Initiative. Any decision to use the novel oral polio vaccine would require either an approval or emergency use authorization from the Food and Drug Administration.

The patient was identified only as a male under the age of 18, according to the Southern Nevada Health District. Authorities believe he was exposed in early October.

I believe it's time for the COVID vaccine to be on the childhood schedule. But this is an individual decision that needs to be made between parent(s) and their child's physician.

A Nevada boy died after being infected by Naegleria fowleri, or a brain-eating amoeba, while swimming in Lake Mead earlier this month, health officials said.

Dr. Marty Makary warned that the CDC will reverse years of public trust surrounding vaccines by recommending the COVID vaccine without publicizing the clinical trial data.

The Nevada boy's death marks at least the third Naegleria fowleri infection recorded in the U.S. this year.

Laura Ingraham discusses how Democrats and most medical professionals continue to push for coronavirus vaccinations for children on "The Ingraham Angle."

Michigan has made blood lead data for children in the state with elevated blood lead levels (3.5 µg/dL and higher) available online through MiTracking.

Johns Hopkins professor Dr. Marty Makary joined 'Tucker Carlson Tonight' to explain the upcoming CDC vaccination meeting and how it could change the list of required vaccines for children to attend school.

Washtenaw County Health Department officials are encouraging community members to stay up-to-date on COVID-19 booster vaccines and flu shots in order to protect their own health and others.

Move over, case rates and hospitalizations. The next generation of COVID tracking is here.

This week's CDC data shows three Omicron subvariants account for 20% of genetically sequenced COVID-19 cases. It was 17.5% last week.

U.S. government estimates suggest that between 7 million and 23 million Americans are suffering from the long-term effects of infection with the coronavirus.

Even the CDC advises travelers to strongly consider travel insurance. Here's why.

CDC director Rochelle Walensky's sole meeting with parents before issuing school reopening guidance turned out to be with a handful of progressive activists, documents reveal.

Nearly 6 million children were diagnosed with anxiety between 2016 and 2019, according to the CDC.

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a food safety alert on Friday warning of an E. coli outbreak linked to ALDI frozen falafel.

After a campaign event on Thursday, Sen. Raphael Warnock, D-Ga., addressed allegations that his Republican rival, Herschel Walker, had paid for an abortion for a former girlfriend. "What we're hearing about my opponent is disturbing," Warnock told Yahoo News National Reporter Marquise Francis. “The people of Georgia have a real choice about who they think is ready to represent them,” he added.

The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says Uganda next week will host a ministerial meeting on the outbreak of the Sudan strain of the Ebola virus which has no proven vaccine and has caused alarm in the East Africa region.

Hurricane Ian, one of the most powerful storms ever recorded in the U.S., swamped southwest Florida on Wednesday, turning streets into rivers, knocking out power to 1.6 million people and threatening catastrophic damage further inland. (Sept. 28)

Early data, based on people who were eligible for the shots, found the unvaccinated are 14 times more likely to catch monkeypox.

More than 361,000 calls, texts and chats came through to the service this August — 152,000 more than in 2021.

A federally funded study has found a possible link between aluminum in some childhood vaccines and persistent asthma, but experts say the study has several shortcomings.

Flu vaccines are available at local health departments, doctors’ offices and pharmacies across Michigan.

CDC Director Rochelle Walensky avoided explaining on Thursday whether or not the coronavirus pandemic was over after President Biden’s previous declaration.

Wondering if you should get your omicron-specific booster and flu shot at the same time? Experts weigh in.

A senior Chinese health official advised residents over the weekend to avoid direct skin-to-skin contact with foreigners to prevent the spread of monkeypox.

A flea is a very small insect that survives by feeding on animal or human blood.

Is that pure luck, maybe super immunity or is it something else altogether?

Michigan could be in for a more significant influenza season than in recent memory. U.S. health officials often look to countries below the equator to estimate the strength of an upcoming flu season. This year, Australia reported its most severe season in recent years, with cases of influenza-like-illness surpassing the five-year average throughout May and June. “We’ve seen a bad influenza season in the Southern Hemisphere, so the Northern Hemisphere better get ready,” said Dr. Liam Sullivan, an infectious disease specialist at Spectrum Health. Last flu season was also among the mildest in recent memory.

The rain brought by the passing storm helped crews get a handle on the Fairview Fire.

Concerns about health and safety are elevated as people return to the office, head back to school. Here are preventative measures to consider from a physician.

Michigan health officials are tracking 225 confirmed or suspected cases of monkeypox across the state.

A federal judge in Texas ruled that a provision of the Affordable Care Act that manages free coverage of certain drugs that prevent HIV infections violate the religious beliefs of a Christian-owned company.

A Michigan man has filed a lawsuit against a Wendy’s owner after he allegedly became sick with E. coli after eating at the restaurant.

Newly updated Covid vaccine booster shots designed to target omicron's BA.5 subvariant are finally here. Here's how — and where — you can find them.

The FDA is reminding people not to use certain brands of ultraviolet wands because they may produce unsafe levels of radiation.

Experts say the booster shots are to get ahead of a COVID surge before the end of the year, when more people are indoors.

Experts say the booster shots are to get ahead of a COVID surge before the end of the year, when more people are indoors.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has endorsed updated COIVD-19 boosters.

"Vaccines are super important, but they can’t do this job alone."

Texas officials have reported the first death of a person diagnosed with monkeypox in the United States.

There are currently 153 confirmed or suspected cases of monkeypox in the state as of Thursday, according to health officials.

KALAMAZOO, MI -- Western Michigan University has released protocols in regards to COVID-19 and monkeypox for the upcoming academic year, in an email from the university president’s office. The university recommends community members pursue the COVID-19 vaccine, and booster shots when available. Testing is also recommended for community members who begin experiencing COVID-19 symptoms. In the past, WMU required students who had not verified their COVID-19 vaccination status with Sindecuse Health Center to test weekly. The email also informed the community of monkeypox symptoms and advised community members to contact Sindecuse if they have symptoms.

The following is the full transcript of an interview with Dr. Deborah Birx, former President Donald Trump's COVID-19 response coordinator, that aired Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, on "Face the Nation."

Masks are no longer required at AAPS, except during high risk situations, says superintendent.

The U.S. is setting aside an extra 50,000 doses of monkeypox vaccines, specifically for large-scale pride events.

The U.S. is setting aside an extra 50,000 doses of monkeypox vaccines, specifically for large-scale pride events.

The U.S. is setting aside an extra 50,000 doses of monkeypox vaccines, specifically for large-scale pride events.

The outbreak has not been definitively linked to the fast food chain's lettuce, though many of those who fell ill said they ate there before they got sick, the CDC said.

Michigan health officials have confirmed 43 cases of E. coli O157 cases that match a multi-state outbreak strain.

Washtenaw County is once again at a "high" COVID-19 transmission level, according to the CDC.

There are currently 126 confirmed or suspected cases of monkeypox in the state as of Friday, according to health officials.

The Biden Administration is releasing more monkeypox vaccines amid criticism over its response to the outbreak.

The Biden Administration is releasing more monkeypox vaccines amid criticism over its response to the outbreak.

The Biden Administration is releasing more monkeypox vaccines amid criticism over its response to the outbreak.

The U.S. has immunized children against polio since the '50s. Every state has laws requiring children have their polio shot series to attend school.

Health officials in New York City have now detected the virus that causes polio in wastewater.

The first U.S. polio case since 2013 was detected last month. A doctor answers 'Was I vaccinated for polio?' and other urgent questions about the virus.

The NFL essentially is back to normal entering its third season amid COVID-19.

The CDC’s latest COVID guidelines are the closest the nation’s leaders have come to saying the coronavirus crisis is done.

The CDC relaxed its COVID guidelines last week, dropping the recommendation that people quarantine themselves if they come into close contact with an infected person.

Videos of the rush spread widely on social media, in part because the highlighted the growing gulf between China and other parts of the world.

If your local health officials issue a boil water advisory, you should use bottled water or boil tap water. This is because a boil water advisory means your community’s water has, or could have, germs that can make you sick.

Two University of Michigan epidemiologists discuss the current monkeypox outbreak and address commonly asked questions.

There are currently 90 confirmed or suspected cases of monkeypox in the state as of Friday, according to health officials.

Two University of Michigan epidemiologists discuss the current monkeypox outbreak and address commonly asked questions.

Monkeypox is a zoonotic disease, meaning that it can spread between animals and people.

There are currently 77 confirmed or suspected cases of monkeypox in the state as of Wednesday, according to health officials.

Michigan’s top doctor says the state is confident it can still limit transmission of monkeypox, even as cases continue to grow daily.

There are currently 71 confirmed or suspected cases of monkeypox in the state as of Wednesday, according to health officials.

There are currently 62 confirmed or suspected cases of monkeypox in the state as of Wednesday, according to health officials.

Michigan health officials are urging people who have been exposed or suspect they have been exposed to monkeypox to get vaccinated.

According to Michigan health officials, there are currently 55 confirmed cases of monkeypox in the state as of Tuesday.

Is it possible to overdose on fentanyl just by touching it? Many health professionals say no, it’s not possible.

Washtenaw County has been bumped up to the “high” COVID-19 community level, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

According to Michigan health officials, there are currently 37 confirmed cases of monkeypox in the state as of Friday.

People are recommended to mask up in several Metro Detroit counties that are currently experiencing a high level of COVID-19 community spread, according to the CDC.

The investigation into an outbreak of Salmonella infections linked to certain Jif peanut butter products that triggered a massive recall in May is now closed.

The World Health Organization is convening its emergency committee to consider for the second time within weeks whether the expanding outbreak of monkeypox should be declared a global crisis.

A Washtenaw County resident who recently traveled outside of Michigan has been identified as having the county’s first case of Monkeypox, said Washtenaw County Health Department officials.

As of July 19, Michigan has 14 confirmed cases of monkeypox, according to CDC data.

Confirmed monkeypox cases continue to increase across the U.S., including in Michigan.

Washtenaw County has returned to a "medium" COVID transmission level, according to the CDC.

According to the CDC, the omicron variant BA.5 has consistently become more dominant since May. In fact, at the start of July, it officially became the most dominant strain accounting for 53% of isolates, increasing to 65% this week.

Washtenaw County has once again been downgraded to a “low” community COVID-19 level on Friday, according to the Washtenaw County Health Department.

Michigan health officials confirmed the second probable case of monkeypox in Oakland County.