Michigan Department of Health & Human Services
Recent News About Michigan Department of Health & Human Services
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MDHHS advises vaccination amid increasing respiratory illnesses in Michigan
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is urging residents to get vaccinated as flu, COVID-19, and RSV cases rise across the state.
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Michigan expands free birth control access through statewide program
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) continues to provide free contraception resources across more than 300 locations in the state through the Take Control of Your Birth Control program.
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Michigan seeks providers for statewide mobile crisis services
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is seeking applicants for a grant funding opportunity aimed at expanding behavioral health services across the state.
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Michigan reports progress on child welfare system improvements
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) provided an update on the progress made in improving the state's child welfare system.
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Michigan joins CMS innovation project on behavioral healthcare
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is set to participate in the Innovation in Behavioral Health (IBH) Model, an initiative aimed at enhancing behavioral health care access and outcomes.
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Michigan seeks applicants for social determinants advisory council
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is inviting local organizations and community members to apply for positions on the Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Hubs Advisory Council.
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Michigan offers stipends for behavioral health internships starting January 8
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is once again offering its Behavioral Health Internship Stipend Program, which aims to bolster the state's behavioral health workforce.
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Michigan marks Social Determinants of Health Month with statewide initiatives
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is marking Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Month this January by collaborating with partners across the state.
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Michigan launches center for behavioral health provider training
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has initiated a new project aimed at enhancing training access for behavioral health providers.
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Michigan updates health plan contracts for new dual eligible benefit program
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has revised contract awards for nine health plans to implement a new benefit plan, MI Coordinated Health.
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MDHHS receives $2.25M grant for youth epilepsy care transition project
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has received a $2.25 million grant for the Michigan Youth with Epilepsy Transition demonstration project.
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MDHHS urges Michiganders to vaccinate against influenza ahead of holidays
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is urging residents to receive their annual flu vaccine as National Influenza Vaccination Week takes place from December 2 to 6.
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Michigan launches ambitious plan aiming for 90% reduction in new HIV cases by 2030
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has unveiled a plan aimed at reducing new HIV infections by 90% by the year 2030.
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MDHHS strengthens partnerships with Michigan's federally recognized tribes
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is enhancing its collaboration with federally recognized tribes in the state through its Office of Tribal Government Services & Policy.
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Michigan seeks proposals for teams aiding overdose survivors
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has announced a grant funding opportunity aimed at developing Quick Response Teams (QRTs).
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Michigan expands tools and resources for substance use disorder treatment
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has introduced new measures to enhance access to substance use disorder (SUD) treatment.
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Michigan encourages adoption during National Adoption Month
Lansing, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is urging residents to consider adoption during Adoption Month.
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Michigan awards over $7 million for residential lead hazard reduction
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has allocated over $7 million in grants to enhance residential lead hazard control services.
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MDHHS director highlights success of Family Impact Teams in Macomb County
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Director Elizabeth Hertel recently participated in a roundtable discussion in Macomb County to discuss the department's Family Impact Teams (FIT).
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Michigan recognizes Family Caregivers Month in November
Governor Gretchen Whitmer, along with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and other state organizations, has declared November as Family Caregivers Month in Michigan.