Inoculation rates for older residents vary widely in Michigan. It’s one-third in some areas and 80 percent in others. That has some worried as eligibility expands to those 50 and older with underlying conditions Monday.
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Michigan’s bold move to COVID vaccines for people over 50 leads nation
Wednesday’s announcement of Michigan vaccine eligibility more than doubles the number of residents eligible for a vaccine, and opens vaccinations to an age group that has comprised nearly 97 percent of COVID deaths in the state.
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Michiganders 50 or older with underlying conditions next up for COVID vaccine
Those with COPD, cancer, and other conditions, as well as caregivers of those with special needs, are eligible for a COVID vaccine Monday.
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Visitation resumes amid COVID in Michigan nursing homes — with limits
For nearly a year, Michigan’s long-term care residents suffered deadly COVID outbreaks and “heart-wrenching” isolation. Tuesday’s order will encourage far more homes to allow visitors.
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Too few for too long, COVID vaccines expected to surge. Is Michigan ready?
Operation Warp Speed created vaccines just a year after a new virus began its deadly spread. Can the same commitment and precision get it into millions of Michigan arms in the coming weeks?
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After a hellish year in Michigan: joy from giving doses of COVID vaccines
After nearly a year of frustration and death, frontline healthcare workers are finding gratitude in being able to say “congratulations” as they deliver vaccines to eager residents.
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New way to seek Michigan COVID vaccine. And a 3rd vaccine may be close.
A website backed by the CDC can now help Michiganders find vaccine providers in their area with available doses. And Johnson & Johnson’s one-dose vaccine moves closer to emergency authorization.
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What flu season? Michigan influenza barely registers during COVID
Masks, plexiglass and canceled vacations during the pandemic all likely contributed to a dramatic drop in influenza cases in Michigan. The safety measures may also explain drops in other respiratory ailments.
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Michigan lawmakers propose health care reforms, including insulin copay caps
Republicans hope to find common ground with Democrats on a suite of bills to lower costs by restricting some laws around pharmacies, expanding telehealth options and more reporting on price increases.
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White Michigan residents get COVID vaccine at twice rate of African Americans
After weeks of pressure, Michigan releases racial data that confirms worst fears about equity: 8 percent of white residents are vaccinated, compared to 4 percent for Black residents.