Michigan Department of Health & Human Services - Lansing
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Recent News About Michigan Department of Health & Human Services - Lansing
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MDDHS seeks proposals for managing specialty behavioral health care for Medicaid recipients
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has announced a call for proposals from organizations interested in serving as the state’s Prepaid Inpatient Health Plans (PIHP).
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SNAP supports health outcomes and local economies amid changes impacting Michigan benefits
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) are highlighting the role of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in supporting families across Michigan.
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Michigan opens applications for behavioral health internship stipends up to $15,000
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has announced that applications for its Behavioral Health Internship Stipend Program will open on August 18.
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Whitmer proclaims August as Breastfeeding Month with focus on equity across Michigan
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has declared August 2025 as Breastfeeding Month, underscoring the state’s commitment to supporting breastfeeding as a public health priority.
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My Life, My Quit launches app to help Michigan youth quit tobacco
Youth in Michigan have a new tool to help them quit tobacco and nicotine products.
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Michigan marks six decades since start of medicaid healthcare coverage
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) marked the 60th anniversary of Medicaid, a program that has provided health care coverage to millions in the state since its creation.
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Mdhhs maintains recommendation for covid-19 vaccination in Michigan
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is maintaining its recommendation for COVID-19 vaccination for everyone aged 6 months and older, including pregnant individuals.
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Health Information Technology Commission seeks applicants for community voice subgroup
The Health Information Technology Commission (HITC) Community Information Exchange (CIE) Advisory Committee is currently accepting applications for its Community Voice Subgroup.
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Second annual Breaking Barriers Day set for July 29 in Lansing
Event celebrates Michigan’s disability community LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council (MiDDC) and Self-Advocates of Michigan (SAM) are organizing the second annual Breaking Barriers Day.
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MDHHS reports improvements in child welfare system under MISEP plan
Today, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) provided an update to Judge Nancy G. Edmunds of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan on improvements in Michigan's child welfare system under the Modified...
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Michigan health department warns residents about reemergence of deadly opioid carfentanil
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has issued a warning about the reemergence of carfentanil, a potent opioid, in the state's unregulated drug supply.
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Michigan promotes testing on National HIV Testing Day
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is urging residents to get tested for HIV as part of National HIV Testing Day on June 27.
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MDHHS advises precautions as Michigan faces extreme summer heat
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is advising residents to take precautions against the risks associated with hot weather.
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Michigan reports record low infant mortality; focuses on maternal-infant health improvement
The state of Michigan has reported its lowest infant mortality rate ever, coinciding with the 8th annual Maternal Infant Health Summit in Lansing.
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Michigan promotes gun safety during National Gun Violence Awareness Month
As part of National Gun Violence Awareness Month, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is emphasizing firearm injury prevention resources to enhance family safety.
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Melinda Anderson receives prestigious state award for community service
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has honored Melinda Anderson from Flint with the Older Adult of the Year Award.
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Michigan reports third year decline in opioid overdose deaths
Michigan is projected to see a decline in opioid overdose deaths for the third consecutive year in 2024, according to provisional data from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS).
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Michigan warns against rising health emergencies from nitrous oxide misuse
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has issued a warning regarding the significant rise in health emergencies linked to the recreational use of nitrous oxide, commonly known as "laughing gas," across the state.
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Michigan launches online platform for statewide access to fall prevention resources
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), in collaboration with Oakland University and the Michigan Falls Prevention Coalition, has partnered with Michigan 211 to launch a new feature on mi211.org.
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Michigan mandates reporting for all diagnosed amyotrophic lateral sclerosis cases
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has introduced a new rule mandating the reporting of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) cases.