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Oakland County adds vaccine clinics; offers drive …

WebThe Health Division continues to administer pediatric, first, second, third and booster doses for all eligible residents at its North Oakland Health Center in Pontiac, South Oakland …

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David Coulter names director of health department, announces …

WebLeigh-Anne Stafford has been named director of the Oakland County Department of Health and Human Services. David Coulter, county executive, made the announcement …

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Oakland County offering COVID-19 booster, flu vaccines

WebAny adult starting a COVID-19 vaccination schedule will receive the original (monovalent) COVID-19 vaccine for their initial shots. For individuals unsure about whether to get the …

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Oakland County schedules Pfizer COVID-19 booster clinics this week

WebThose who do not have access to the internet may call the Nurse on Call at 800-848-5533 Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. for more information. Times and locations for …

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Oakland County COVID-19 data offers details for parents, students

WebThe seven-day percent positivity rate for COVID-19 testing continues to notch up to 7.27%. The COVID-19 case dashboard indicates the seven-day average for new cases in …

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‘It was frightening for all of us,’ hazard pay provided support …

WebCalandra Green, who works as the administrator for public health nursing at the Oakland County Health Division, said the early days of the pandemic were frightening and …

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Oakland County opens flu shot clinics; with COVID vaccines are …

WebFlu shots for ages six months to 64 years are available for $24 at both Health Division offices in Pontiac and Southfield. Individuals 65 years and older qualify for a high-dose …

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Public health departments challenged during pandemic, but …

WebThe Oakland County Health Department has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, but the realigning of county staff and critical resources has helped it whether the storm …

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Oakland County starts vaccinating ages 5-11 against COVID; clinics

WebThe Health Division, which has received nearly 4,000 appointment requests for the 5-11 age group, will start offering clinics next week with the first one on Monday at Hazel Park …

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Free COVID-19 tests available from MDHHS – The Oakland Press

WebThe Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is announcing the availability of an additional 289,000 COVID-19 tests. The home tests are available through an expanded …

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Achieving better health starts with resetting your metabolism, diet …

WebTransfer to a large glass bowl and allow to cool 10 minutes. 3. Season beets with salt and pepper to taste. Top with goat cheese, parsley, and sunflower and pumpkin seeds. 4. …

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Long wait times reported at Corewell hospitals as flu, COVID-19, …

WebCorewell Health is reporting that all of its hospitals statewide are busy, resulting in long waits in the emergency departments, as flu, respiratory syncytial virus and COVID-19 cases rise.

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Oakland County mental health services get expanded hours

WebThe change was effective Monday, April 4, and impacts the non-emergency behavioral health services. The new hours are now 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday and …

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Beaumont ERs nearly full; 180 beds shut down due to staffing …

WebBeaumont has also temporarily shut down 180 of its 3,375 beds across the eight hospitals in the system. Henry Ford Health System announced on Monday it had closed down 120 …

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Pontiac General Hospital expanding psychiatric unit to 121 beds

WebPontiac General Hospital will look to open 121 adult psychiatric beds by 2021. It’s an $8 million project that’s been underway since 2016, according to Sanyam Sharma, chairman …

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Research shows older adults have higher risk of developing …

WebOlder people – those between 65 and 80 – tended to cope better with anxiety and other mental health challenges during the COVID pandemic, according to a University of …

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Why men are at a higher risk for unintentional injury and death

WebFor men, unintentional death is often linked to substance use. This may be linked to men’s attempts at managing their mental health by using substances. The same gender norms …

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Sheriff warns about jury phone scam making the rounds: ‘Just …

WebA jury scam is reportedly making the rounds, where residents are contacted by phone and threatened with arrest — and Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard is telling residents …

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Michigan State’s new coach Jonathan Smith and QB Aidan Chiles …

WebMichigan State is breaking in a new football coach and quarterback this year. The Spartans may benefit from how familiar the pivotal people in the program are with each other …

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SMART unveils bus wrap dedicated to Arab American leaders

Web“This bus wrap celebrates exceptional individuals who have made impactful achievements, inspiring future generations to embrace the spirit of innovation in health, business, …

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Section of eastbound I-96 will close tonight after serious crash

WebAll lanes of eastbound I-96 near Beck Road will close at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 18, after a serious crash involving a semi-tractor trailer early Thursday, according to MDOT.

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Grace Centers of Hope unveils rebuilt home in Pontiac for …

WebThree women who overcame addiction with the help of nonprofit Grace Centers of Hope (GCH) will move into a historic home that was bought and rebuilt by GCH. The women …

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Multiple events planned around Earth Day in Royal Oak

WebThe Oakland Earth Day Climate March, Rally, and Fair is the big event on Saturday at the Farmers Market, 316 E. 11 Mile Rd. The march and rally is from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. and the …

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Teens invited to apply for workshops on police work, community …

WebYouth ages 14 through 18 are invited to apply for two programs to learn about law enforcement work and a documentary workshop through Bloomfield Community …

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2024 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees to be announced

WebThe 2024 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees will be announced during the Sunday, April 21 episode of “American Idol,” airing at 8 p.m. on ABC. This year’s nominees include …

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Circuit court to hear case against doctor accused of collecting

WebThe case against a Sylvan Lake osteopath accused of receiving payments for disability insurance claims while continuing to work has been bound over to Oakland County …

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