Pandemic History 101: What Was the ‘Spanish’ Flu?
The global spread of the novel coronavirus has left the public in, what feels like, uncharted territory. "The final act...
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Metro Detroit Hospitals, Health Systems Brace for COVID-19 Surge
Michigan hospitals and health systems are quickly becoming overwhelmed with coronavirus cases. With experts warning that cases are expected to...
Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist On State Rep. Isaac Robinson: “He Fought With A Smile”
The toll of the coronavirus pandemic is taking its toll on our state and on the people we know and...
Can Mosquitos Transmit COVID-19? And Other Questions For Local Physicians
Can COVID-19 be transmitted by mosquitos? I'm sick, when I will be allowed to return to normal life? Should I...
Whitmer “Perplexed” By Trump’s Response to Her Major Disaster Request
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer joined Detroit Today with Stephen Henderson a day after the state requested a major disaster relief declaration from...
Rep. Dingell Says COVID-19 Stimulus Package Must Pass, But Is Not Not Enough
We’re seeing a rare breakthrough in Congress right now as leaders strike a deal on a $2 trillion stimulus package. It’s...
Abdul El-Sayed On Public Health, “Healing Politics,” And Systemic Change
Abdul El-Sayed made a big dent in Michigan politics two years ago as a candidate for governor. His brand of...
The Affordable Care Act Turns 10. Imagine the COVID-19 Pandemic Without It.
The current coronavirus pandemic has instigated renewed scrutiny of the country’s health care system. "Right now there are people with...
Detroiters Without Water Face Tough Odds, Even With Coronavirus Aid
In the year before the COVID-19 pandemic began, Detroit shutoff water at 3,000 homes in the city, according to the...
Rep. Andy Levin: Trump Had Months to Address Medical Shortages
Amid medical equipment and supply shortages, many lawmakers and members of the public are pressuring President Donald Trump to use a...
Automakers Answer Nationwide Call For More Ventilators
The COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc on nearly every aspect of daily life and every industry. "When you're talking about...
TechTown Detroit Launches Stabilization Fund for Small Businesses
The coronavirus pandemic and the measures meant to slow its spread are already having catastrophic effects on the economy. Businesses...