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State boosts funding for behavioral health amid growing demand

Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Director Elizabeth Hertel met with behavioral health leaders at Genesee Health System (GHS) to discuss the state's commitment to enhancing access to behavioral health services for families.

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 19, 2025

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Michigan reports first pediatric flu deaths; urges vaccination

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has confirmed the first two influenza-associated pediatric deaths in Michigan for the 2024-2025 flu season.

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 14, 2025

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Michigan marks year since secure storage law with reminder on free gun locks

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 13, 2025

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and Michigan State Police (MSP) are reminding families in the state about the availability of free gun locks.

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Michigan adds new mapping tool on MI Bridges for substance use disorder services

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 12, 2025

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has introduced a new mapping tool to the MI Bridges website.

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Delta Dental Foundation funds $300K for oral health programs in Michigan

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 3, 2025

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has announced a significant grant from the Delta Dental Foundation (DDF) to support oral health initiatives.

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MDHHS transfers juvenile services from Shawono Center to modernize care

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 24, 2025

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has announced a plan to relocate services for male juveniles from the Shawono Center in Grayling to a new facility in Macomb County.

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MDHHS advises vaccination amid increasing respiratory illnesses in Michigan

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 17, 2025

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

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 16, 2025

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

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 15, 2025

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

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 14, 2025

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

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 9, 2025

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

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 8, 2025

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

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 7, 2025

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

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 6, 2025

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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In Michigan, 1,183 people have died after receiving COVID-19 “vaccine”

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 1, 2025

Michigan registered 1,183 deaths after admission of a “COVID-19” MRNA injection, according to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

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Michigan launches center for behavioral health provider training

By Great Lakes Wire | Dec 18, 2024

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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Senate Bill aims to protect Michigan healthcare services from pharmaceutical pressures

By Great Lakes Wire | Dec 13, 2024

A recent development in Michigan's legislative landscape saw the passage of Senate Bill 1179, a move aimed at safeguarding community healthcare services from what are described as "arbitrary attacks" by pharmaceutical manufacturers on the 340B...

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Senate advances bill protecting 340B drug pricing program

By Great Lakes Wire | Dec 11, 2024

Members of the Senate Oversight Committee have prioritized patient welfare over pharmaceutical profits by advancing Senate Bill 1179 to the full Senate.

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Michigan updates health plan contracts for new dual eligible benefit program

By Great Lakes Wire | Dec 6, 2024

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

By Great Lakes Wire | Dec 4, 2024

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.