First Case of Measles Confirmed by Michigan Health Officials
Measles began becoming a problem again in Michigan in 2019, and cases have been reported each of the last three years. Health officials have now confirmed the first case of 2026.
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Two Michiganders Get Legionnaires Disease From Co. Buildings
Two people from Michigan have contacted Legionnaires disease from Oakland County buildings that staff around 5,300 county employees.
Fungus Spreading In Michigan That’s Resistant To Drugs
A fungus showed up in Michigan in 2021 that is resistant to multiple drugs. The fungus is becoming a problem for hospitals across the state as cases continue to rise.
Kent County Has First Death From West Nile Virus
Several Michigan counties have detected the West Nile virus in mosquito pools, with human cases reported in six counties.. One person has died from the virus in Kent County
Florida is Going to Release 750M Genetically Modified Mosquitoes
The modified mosquitoes will only be male since female mosquitoes are the only ones who bite humans and animals.
Michigan Rolls Out New COVID-19 Case Reporting Format
As cases of new coronavirus spread, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is working to keep the public as informed as possible.