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Some questioning the accuracy of COVID-19 tests with kids
4+ hour, 12+ min ago (364+ words) Doctors and researchers have noticed that the coronavirus affects children differently. Now, there are questions about how accurate COVID-19 tests are in kids. One recent study done by several laboratories and hospitals in Massachusetts looked at the BinaxNOW rapid test....
Teaching skills and safety on the cutting edge of artificial intelligence
2+ week, 1+ day ago (289+ words) Everyone stands to learn new skills when it comes to artificial intelligence. But don't expect to find a textbook on it anytime soon. Educators argue any physical text would be out of date way too quickly. "As soon as I…...
How volunteering doesn't just help others, it improves your health
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (523+ words) Two volunteers from Metro Detroit are discovering that giving back to their communities brings unexpected personal rewards, from improved mental health to a deeper sense of purpose. "When I volunteer in my community, I feel a great sense of fulfillment…...
Detroit Auto Show Charity Preview showcases kids charities and the work they do
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (543+ words) DETROIT (WXYZ) " The Detroit Auto Show's charity preview event brought together luxury cars, high fashion, and community support for local youth programs in downtown Detroit. Watch Brett Kast's video report: The marquee event officially kicked off the auto show with…...
Oakland University canceling in-person evening classes; instructors may hold virtual classes
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (77+ words) Oakland University canceling in-person evening classes; instructors may hold virtual classes'WXYZ Channel 7 Oakland University canceling in-person evening classes; instructors may hold virtual classes ROCHESTER, Mich. (WXYZ) " Oakland University is canceling all in-person, evening classes starting at 5 pm due to the…...
Parents share tips to keep kids busy during the holiday break
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (341+ words) (WXYZ) " The holiday break can be a joy for kids and a challenge for parents. With school out and routines on hold, families are looking for simple ways to keep kids entertained without relying on screens or breaking the bank....
12-year-old Jordan is creative, loves learning and exploring new ideas
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (137+ words) (WXYZ) " Our Grant Me Hope child this week is 12-year-old Jordan, who is creative and loves learning, building and exploring new ideas. Learn more about Jordan below According to the Michigan Adoption Resource Exchange, Jordan also loves drawing, gaming, and…...
What's the magic age? Kids who get smartphones too young face higher health risks, study says
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (197+ words) Researchers analyzed data from more than 10,500 children in the largest long-term study of brain development in the United States. The findings show a clear pattern: the younger children were when they received their first phone, the greater their health risks…...
FDA memo reportedly links 10 child deaths to COVID-19 vaccines
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (345+ words) Vinay Prasad, director of the Food and Drug Administration's Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research, reportedly authored a memo stating the agency has identified 10 pediatric deaths from 2021-24 directly linked to COVID-19 vaccines. The memo, obtained by The Washington Post, has…...
Diabetes Awareness Month: How Breakthrough T1D is working to get people screened & find a cure
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (603+ words) (WXYZ) " Friday is World Diabetes Day and November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and with 1.5 million people in the U.S. living with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Breakthrough T1D, which is the leading global T1D research and advocacy organization, is looking to the future of diabetes research…...