Some hospitals are rationing gear to protect against COVID-19. A respiratory therapist said she has treated flu-like symptoms without an N95 mask. And Michigan’s governor is pleading for more protection gear.
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Posted inBusiness Watch
Should Michigan tap its $1.2B rainy day fund for coronavirus crisis?
Michigan OKs $150M in help for the global pandemic. But as coronavirus grinds the economy to a halt, some say now is the time to tap the state’s $1.2 billion reserve fund.
Posted inMichigan Health Watch
Here’s a map of where Michigan kids can get meals during school closure
The interactive map will be updated twice daily by state officials, to help families find locations to pick up free meals during the statewide school closure
Posted inMichigan Health Watch
As coronavirus spreads, stocking grocery shelves starts to feel dangerous
For grocery workers tasked with serving Michigan customers during the coronavirus pandemic, a nagging question: Does my job put me in the virus’ crosshairs?
Posted inBusiness Watch
Coronavirus will hammer Michigan economy. Only question is how much.
How bad will it get? Many economists agree a major downturn is coming along with perhaps hundreds of thousands of layoffs. But others say if the coronavirus is contained soon, the economy could roar back.
Posted inBusiness Watch
Coronavirus layoffs cascade across Michigan. ‘What will I do?’ workers ask
One day after Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer shuts down restaurants and bars, workers fear the worst and wonder what bill to skip. One compares it to Russian roulette. Another stocks up on ramen and braces for long haul.
Posted inMichigan Health Watch
Henry Ford and Beaumont have Michigan's first same-day coronavirus tests
The new tests are meant to quicken results for those already hospitalized with symptoms, it will not speed up drive-up screening. Henry Ford expects to test up to 1,000 specimens daily in a month.
Posted inTalent & Education
Michigan standardized tests may be put on ice this year due to coronavirus
State education leaders have asked for a waiver to allow Michigan schools to ditch federally mandated testing this spring, due to disruptions caused by the coronavirus outbreak.
Posted inGuest Commentary
Opinion | How colleges can help high school seniors during coronavirus crisis
Now that the colleges have shut, it’s time for them “to do the right thing for future students—the high school seniors who will soon be choosing which college to attend,” this guest author writes.
Posted inQuality of Life
In photos: In one week, coronavirus upends life in Michigan
In one week, life has changed dramatically in Michigan, as the coronavirus has put life on hold, caused a rush on grocery stores and forced the closure of many public businesses.