Daily Covid-19 Minute: Pregnancy And Covid-19
Daily Covid-19 Minute: Pregnancy And Covid-19
Pregnancy
Smoking During Pregnancy Doubles Risk Of Sudden Death For Baby
Smoking even one cigarette a day during pregnancy can double the chance of sudden unexpected death for your baby, according to a new study analyzing over 20 million births, including over 19,000 unexpected infant deaths.
Waiting A Year Between Pregnancies Lowers Health Risks
Women and their babies face health risks when there's less that 12 months between the birth of one child and the conception of the next, according to a new study.
Mom Charged After Drugs In Breast Milk Killed Baby
In Bucks County, Pennsylvania, prosecutors are arguing that 30-year-old Samantha Jones killed her 11-week-old son, R.J., by breastfeeding while using drugs.
CDC: Opioid Addiction Among Pregnant Women Skyrockets
A new report from the CDC has revealed a troubling surge in opioid use among pregnant women.
Poppy Seed Bagel Causes Woman Giving Birth To Fail Drug Test
Elizabeth Eden was headed to St. Joseph Medical Center on April 4 and had a poppy seed bagel for breakfast before going into labor.
New Blood Test May Help Predict Premature Births For Pregnant Women
A new blood test is showing promising results for helping pregnant women know if they are at risk of a premature birth.
CDC: U.S. Birth Rate Hits 30-Year Low, Fertility Rate Falling
U.S. birth rates declined last year for women in their teens, 20s and — surprisingly — their 30s, leading to the fewest babies in 30 years.
Eating Fast Food Hurts Chances Of Getting Pregnant, Study Finds
Australian researchers have concluded that the amount of fruit and fast food in a diet can significantly affect the time it takes for a woman to become pregnant.
Study Prompts Call To Examine Flu Vaccine And Miscarriage
A puzzling study of U.S. pregnancies found that women who had miscarriages between 2010 and 2012 were more likely to have had back-to-back annual flu shots that included protection against swine flu.
Wrongful Conception: Woman Can Seek Damages For Stress Of Unplanned Pregnancy
An Oakland County woman has been cleared to seek financial damages for the emotional distress of knowing she would deliver a child with Down syndrome.
State To Begin Testing For Zika Virus In Michigan
State health officials will start conducting diagnostic tests for the Zika virus and similar mosquito-borne diseases.
Zika Virus Scarier Than First Thought Says Centers For Disease Control
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the Zika virus is scarier than initially thought and they need additional funding to fight it.
Report: Downriver Teen Faked Triplet Pregnancy For Months With Bogus Sonograms, Belly, Took Cash And Gifts
"Need a bun in the oven? We can help," the website claims.
Supreme Court Justices Hear Pregnancy Discrimination Case
A pregnancy discrimination case is in front of the Supreme Court and its outcome could affect women across the country. A former UPS worker says she was forced into taking unpaid leave when she became pregnant.
Detroit-Area Nuns To Reconsider School Policies After Pregnant Gay Teacher Fired
The Catholic nuns who operate a metro Detroit school plan to re-examine policies regarding the decision to fire a gay teacher after she became pregnant.
Gay Teacher Says She Was Fired From Catholic School After Becoming Pregnant
A former chemistry teacher at a metro Detroit Catholic high school says she was fired after becoming pregnant in a gay marriage.
Angelina Jolie And Brad Pitt Wed, And More Of 'What's Trending Today' With Zahra
They played a married couple on the big screen, and now they're married in real life. Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie tied the knot Saturday in France.
The Biggest Pregnancy Myths Debunked by Expert Linda Geddes
Simon & Schuster author Linda Geddes explores and debunks common baby and pregnancy myths here.
Researchers Link Levels Of Vitamin D During Pregnancy To Child's Strength
A supplement moms-to-be can take during their pregnancy may help make their babies stronger as they grow.
Study: Eating Nuts During Pregnancy Not Raising Allergy Risk In Newborns
Researchers examined more than 8,000 children who were born to nurses.
ALCU: Woman Miscarried, Denied Proper Care At Catholic Hospital
A lawsuit has been filed against the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops in Detroit by the ACLU on behalf of a formerly pregnant Muskegon woman
All-Boys Club: Michigan Couple Welcomes 12th Son
Pink paint? Not on the walls of the Schwandt family's home in western Michigan.
A Few Things To Consider If Planning A C-Section For Delivery
There are lots of important decisions women have to make during pregnancy, and deciding how to deliver is one of them.
Infertility Awareness Week Puts Emphasis On Education
It's a medical condition that affects people across the country -- infertility.
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Michiganders help Hurricane Ian victims
Volunteers and supplies from all over the country are moving in to help in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian.
Home renovated to help people recovering from substance abuse
The renovation is part of the GCH After Care Program, designed to help recovering addicts transition into a life of independence.
"The Price Is Right At Night" primetime special welcomes "Young Sheldon" stars
An audience of twins competes for double the prizes since Armitage and Revord play twins on "Young Sheldon."
"East New York" premiere set for Sunday, Oct. 2
Amanda Warren stars as the newly promoted boss of the 74th precinct in a working class Brooklyn neighborhood in the midst of social upheaval.
Deal in place to give Detroit police officers pay increases
In an effort to attract and retain police officers, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan and Police Chief James White announced a deal that will boost officer pay.
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Michiganders help Hurricane Ian victims
Volunteers and supplies from all over the country are moving in to help in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian.
Home renovated to help people recovering from substance abuse
The renovation is part of the GCH After Care Program, designed to help recovering addicts transition into a life of independence.
Sign up for the 2022 Pro Football Challenge
It's that time of the year! Sign up for the 2022 Pro Football Challenge and enter for a chance to win $1,000.
"The Price Is Right At Night" primetime special welcomes "Young Sheldon" stars
An audience of twins competes for double the prizes since Armitage and Revord play twins on "Young Sheldon."
"East New York" premiere set for Sunday, Oct. 2
Amanda Warren stars as the newly promoted boss of the 74th precinct in a working class Brooklyn neighborhood in the midst of social upheaval.
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Revamped Detroit Auto Show now also features new flying tech
The Air Mobility Experience features displays and demonstrations from six air mobility innovators — representing five countries — that include electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, a hoverbike, a hoverboard and a jet suit.
Ford shuffles management, seeks new global supply chain head
Ford is restructuring its vehicle development and supply chain operations, shuffling multiple executives just days after announcing that it would build up to 45,000 vehicles with parts missing due to shortages.
Over 1M Teslas recalled because windows can pinch fingers
Tesla says in documents posted Thursday by U.S. safety regulators that the automatic window reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction.
Midwestern partnership backs hydrogen as clean energy source
Seven Midwestern states, including Michigan, are teaming up to accelerate the development of hydrogen as a clean-energy alternative for automobiles and factories that rely largely on climate-warming fossil fuels, governors said Monday.
Parts shortage forces Ford to cut its 3Q earnings forecast
A parts shortage that has thousands of Ford's most-profitable vehicles sitting on lots waiting to be fully assembled has forced the automaker to slash its third-quarter earnings forecast.
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"The Price Is Right At Night" primetime special welcomes "Young Sheldon" stars
An audience of twins competes for double the prizes since Armitage and Revord play twins on "Young Sheldon."
"East New York" premiere set for Sunday, Oct. 2
Amanda Warren stars as the newly promoted boss of the 74th precinct in a working class Brooklyn neighborhood in the midst of social upheaval.
For Naomi Judd's family, tour is a chance to grieve, reflect
Fans of Naomi Judd, the late matriarch of the Grammy-winning country duo The Judds, will have a chance to say goodbye and rejoice in their hits in a final tour helmed by daughter Wynonna and all-star musical partners.
Downtown Birmingham theatre converts to immersive haunted attraction
A historic theatre in downtown Birmingham is getting a spooky transformation for the month of October.
"So Help Me Todd" to premiere Sept. 29 at 9 p.m. ET / PT
Academy Award-winner Marcia Gay Harden and Skylar Astin star as razor-sharp, meticulous attorney Margaret Wright and Todd, her talented but scruffy, aimless son whom she hires as her law firm's in-house investigator, on the series premiere of the new CBS Original drama.
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Ex-eBay execs get prison time for sending live spiders to reporters
In terror campaign, eBay employees stalked online newsletter publishers and sent disturbing deliveries to their home.
Only four Category 5 hurricanes have made landfall in the U.S.
A Category 5 hurricane has winds of 157 mph or higher. These are the only four hurricanes in the history of the U.S. that have made landfall at that level.
How climate change has helped hurricanes intensify more rapidly
Hurricane Ian packed two days' worth of rapid intensification into less than 36 hours, and it isn't done yet.
Jimmy Buffett postpones tour dates for the rest of the year, citing health issues
The 75-year-old, best known for hits like "Margaritaville" and "Come Monday," said he plans to resume touring next year.
Staffers in Rep. Andy Levin's office become first to vote to unionize
Levin sponsored a successful measure earlier this year allowing congressional offices to unionize.
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MDHHS: Free COVID-19 tests available for residents through Rockefeller Foundation partnership
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is announcing the availability of an additional 289,000 COVID-19 tests through its expanded partnership with the Rockefeller Foundation through Project Act.
Canada to lift COVID-19 border, travel restrictions Oct. 1
Canada will remove all COVID-19 restrictions for travelers entering the country on Oct. 1, including testing, quarantine, and isolation requirements, Canada's government announced Monday.
Canada likely to drop vaccine requirement to enter
Officials say the requirement is likely to end by Sept. 30.
Biden says pandemic is "over" in U.S.
In an interview on "60 Minutes," the president said, "We still have a problem with COVID. We're still doing a lotta work on it. ... But the pandemic is over."
Report: Opioid deaths increased by 28% in Washtenaw County
The number of Washtenaw County residents who have died of an opioid overdose increased by 28% between 2020 and 2021, according to a report released this week.
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Red Wings' sources of hope: Moritz Seider & Lucas Raymond
The Detroit Red Wings have faded from relevance in the NHL due to a lack of stars. Help appears to be on the way with Moritz Seider and Lucas Raymond.
Pistons guard Cade Cunningham bulked up for 2nd NBA season
Cade Cunningham packed on about 10 pounds of muscle in his first NBA offseason, hoping the added weight will help him lift his game and the Detroit Pistons to another level.
Detroit Lions travel to Minnesota to face NFC North rival
The Detroit Lions (1-1) head on the road to face their NFC North rival, the Minnesota Vikings.
Detroit Lions' Chris Board takes over school, becomes acting principal
Detroit Lions linebacker Chris Board is giving back to the community in a major way.
Detroit Tigers introduce Scott Harris as president of baseball operations
Harris replaces former vice president and general manager Al Avila.
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Whitmer vs. Dixon: The Candidates Weigh In!
It was not a debate, per se, but the two candidates running for governor stopped by CBS Detroit to appear on "Michigan Matters" and answer questions about key issues.
Michigan Matters: Shining Light Awards & YMCA celebrates Aretha Franklin
It's a show celebrating community champions as the three Shining Light Award honorees selected this year – Gilda Jacobs, Kirk Mayes and Charity Dean – appear on "Michigan Matters" to talk about it and their efforts to lift our region.
Michigan Matters: Riding with the big wheels at the Detroit Auto Show
Senior Producer/Host Carol Cain, along with Megg Jacobs and Logan Tesmer travel to the Detroit Auto Show to talk to leaders about electrification of vehicles, Michigan and Detroit capitalizing in on these trends, and road for our region.
Michigan Matters: Detroit Auto Show zooms into Motor City
Finally, after a three year hiatus, the Detroit Auto Show is back with many new features which Rod Alberts, Executive Director of the Detroit Auto Dealers Association, talked about during taping of CBS Detroit's "Michigan Matters."
Michigan Matters: Sen. Gary Peters' big ride; the Roundtable on election 2022
Fresh from his annual trek across the state in his Harley to talk to constituents, U.S. Senator Gary Peters stopped by CBS Detroit to appear on "Michigan Matters" and talk about issues and politics.
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Community Connect: Anti-Bullying
On this week’s Community Connect - We discuss bullying and its impact on our schools, communities, and places of work - Watch Saturday 7am on CW50.
NEXT Weather Forecast October 1, 2022 (Today)
Mostly cloudy skies today, but warmer temperatures. Meteorologist Karen Carter explains why we will see more cloud cover today. CBSDetroit.com/weather.
Science of Weather: Fall Planting at Oudolf Garden Detroit
There's a reason why we should transplant our flowers and plant flower bulbs in the fall. Meteorologist Karen Carter heads to Oudolf Garden Detroit to find out the science behind why planting in the fall makes our perennial gardens bloom better in the spring.
Downtown Birmingham theatre converts to immersive haunted attraction
A historic theatre in downtown Birmingham is getting a spooky transformation for the month of October.
Chick-fil-A opens new Southfield location
Chick-fil-A opened a new location in Southfield on Thursday, Sept. 29.