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Recent News About Michigan Department of Health & Human Services - Lansing
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Michigan updates 2025 Eat Safe Fish Guides with new PFOS information
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has published the 2025 Eat Safe Fish Guides.
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Michigan mandates universal blood lead testing for young children
The state of Michigan has implemented new regulations requiring physicians to conduct blood lead testing for young children at 12 and 24 months.
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Michigan expands opioid treatment with student loan repayment incentives
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has introduced a student loan repayment program aimed at expanding opioid use disorder treatment.
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Michigan observes Missing & Murdered Indigenous Persons Awareness Day
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is participating in a statewide initiative to recognize May 5 as Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP) Awareness Day.
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Michigan task force proposes measures to curb gun violence
The Michigan Gun Violence Prevention Task Force has released its first report with recommendations aimed at reducing gun violence and decreasing firearm-related injuries and deaths in the state.
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Michigan health department urges timely child vaccinations amid rising measles cases
During National Infant Immunization Week, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is urging parents in Michigan to ensure their children receive vaccinations on time.
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MDHHS offers funding for transitional housing for abuse victims
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has announced a Grant Funding Opportunity (GFO) aimed at providing transitional supportive housing and related services for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and...
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Michigan state officials press Congress to protect Medicaid amid budget cut plans
State officials and healthcare leaders convened in Cadillac, Michigan to address concerns over potential Medicaid funding cuts.
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Health officials confirm measles outbreak in Montcalm County, Michigan
Health officials in Michigan have reported a measles outbreak in Montcalm County, marking the state's first outbreak of the disease since 2019.
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MDHHS emphasizes STI testing during STI Awareness Week
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) urges residents to prioritize their sexual health during Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) Awareness Week, which is being observed from April 13 to 19.
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MDHHS and Children Trust Michigan promote child abuse prevention month activities
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is partnering with Children Trust Michigan to spotlight the importance of child abuse prevention during Child Abuse Prevention Month.
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Health heroes honored at Michigan Public Health Week event
As part of Public Health Week in Michigan, the Michigan Public Health Week Partnership honored 10 individuals and organizations with the Hometown Health Hero and Jean Chabut Health Policy Champion awards.
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MDHHS opens weatherization grant applications for Michigan
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has announced a grant funding opportunity aimed at providing weatherization services throughout the state.
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Michigan introduces nurse loan repayment to address healthcare shortages
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has introduced a new initiative aimed at addressing the shortage of healthcare providers in underserved regions.
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MDHHS allocates over $8M to build Healthy Community Zones in Michigan
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is allocating over $8 million to 20 organizations aimed at creating Healthy Community Zones in Chippewa County, Saginaw County, and the City of Detroit.
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Michigan announces grant for nursing home quality-of-life projects
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Long Term Care Operations Section has released a Grant Funding Opportunity (GFO) intended to support quality-of-life improvement projects for nursing home residents.
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First measles case of 2025 confirmed in Michigan's Oakland County
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and Oakland County Health Division have confirmed the first measles case in Michigan for 2025.
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Michigan launches new tool for public health insights by legislative districts
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has introduced the Michigan Public Health Data Dashboard.
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Michigan seeks participants for new Medicaid advisory council
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is inviting current and former Medicaid members to join the newly established Beneficiary Advisory Council (BAC).
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Michigan DHHS launches new CSA teaming model for improved family outcomes
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has announced the launch of a new Children Services Administration (CSA) teaming and support model, set to begin in April.