Health News

MDHHS Shares Resources For Those Impacted By School Shootings

Lansing, MI - The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is extending heartfelt condolences to all those affected by the tragic shooting at Oxford High School Tuesday and sharing resources in support of anyone impacted by this horrible event.

Michigan Opioid Health Home Services Expanded To More Counties

Lansing, MI - The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has expanded the Opioid Health Home (OHH) initiative to more Michigan counties to provide intensive care management and care coordination services for Medicaid beneficiaries with an opioid use disorder (OUD).

More Staff For Hospitals In Grand Rapids And Detroit

Lansing, MI - The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has announced that the federal government has granted Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s request for additional staffing assistance at Michigan hospitals. Under the agreement, the federal government will send two medical teams to local hospitals to relieve doctors and nurses as they treat COVID-19 and other patients.

Grants Issued To Help Mental Health Services In Oakland County

Pontiac, MI - Oakland County has awarded 42 non-profit organizations nearly $8.5 million in Oakland Together Mental Health and Wellbeing Non-profit Grants to expand mental health services to Oakland County residents.

MDHHS To Issue Face Mask Advisory For Holiday Season

Lansing, MI - With the increasing rise in COVID-19 and flu cases, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) will be issuing a face mask advisory and offering guidance to keep loved ones safe and prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses during the holidays.

70 Percent Vaccine Milestone Reached In Michigan For 16+

Lansing, MI - The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) announced Monday, November 15, 2021 that Michigan has reached the state’s 70% goal of eligible residents age 16 and over receiving at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

MI Cold Weather Prompts Reminder To Check Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Lansing, MI - As the temperatures continue to drop and Michigan turns back the clocks to end Daylight Savings Time, Michiganders are urged to take action to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

October Is Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month In Michigan

Lansing, MI - With an average of 146 sleep-related infant deaths per year in Michigan, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared October Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month.

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