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The federal government has removed the recommendation that children and pregnant women get routine COVID-19 vaccines. This is after a directive announced by Secretary of Health Robert F. Kennedy Jr. WEMU's Caroline MacGregor talks to Washtenaw County Health Officer, Jimena Loveluck about the ramifications of the decision.

The Washtenaw County Department of Health is questioning the decision from federal officials to no longer recommend COVID vaccines for certain demographics. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.

Bird flu is spreading throughout lower Michigan. In fact, in early February, about 100 dead birds were found in Washtenaw County alone with "highly pathogenic avian influenza" listed as the likely cause. In other parts of the country, bird flu has spread to humans, and recently, the first human death has been attributed to the disease. Cathy Theisen is a retired veterinarian in Washtenaw County and has previously served as an avian influenza first responder. She joined WEMU's David Fair with the latest information and what the future may hold.

A recent medical report by the CDC lists Michigan as one of five states experiencing growing COVID epidemics. Ana Longoria has more on how Washtenaw County is faring.

Washtenaw County officials say it’s still too early to determine how severe this year’s mosquito season will be, but there are measures you can take to help. WEMU’s Taylor Pinson reports.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer said Thursday that much of Michigan could be in for some tough weeks ahead due to drifting smoke and continued danger of wildfires. We have more from Rick Pluta.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention would receive more funding to research gun safety under legislation announced Wednesday by Michigan Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin and Massachusetts Senator Ed Markey. Colin Jackson has more.

Health officials in Washtenaw County are reporting an easing of COVID-19 cases. But at the same time, they are urging people to stay vigilant while the virus is still prevalent in the community. WEMU’s Cathy Shafran has more.

The latest COVID-19 cases and guidelines in Washtenaw County appear to be easing. But county health officials are warning we’re not out of the woods yet. WEMU's Cathy Shafran explains.

Washtenaw County is now at a high COVID-19 Community Level because of the recent surge in cases and hospitalizations. WEMU's Michael Keegan reports.