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Dr. Jennifer Burgess.

Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Despite its conveniences, telehealth can be frustrating. These doctors are working to change that.

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, December 14, 2023

(L – R) Deidre Fields, community partner, James Gunter, community advocate, and Ashley Hines, executive director of Benton Harbor Community Development Corporation, in front of the African American History Gallery on Broadway Avenue in Benton Harbor.

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Bold revitalization plan for Benton Harbor's Empire Corridor

Kelsey SandersTuesday, December 12, 2023

Natalie Visser, an assistant supervisor for MOKA, left, and Tracy share a warm embrace during a life skills session on cooking at a MOKA site in Wyoming.

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Recruiting direct care workers a challenge for Michigan's adult foster care homes

Rylee BarnsdaleTuesday, December 12, 2023

Right here in Michigan, Detroit’s pre-K programs are among the best.

Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

تُعَدُّ برامج التعليم المبكر في ديترويت نماذج ممتازة لبرنامج الروضة للجميع

Ashley KingTuesday, December 12, 2023

Alison Hirschel, director and managing attorney for the Michigan Elder Justice Initiative.

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Michigan works to continue residents' lifesaving health coverage after post-pandemic Medicaid cuts

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, December 7, 2023

Suicide is also the second-leading cause of death for Michigan residents ages 15 to 34

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Suicide prevention coalitions address a leading cause of death in Michigan

Genevieve FoxTuesday, December 5, 2023

James Ribbron reads to Dwayne Sharpe and Elizabeth Brooks.

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Detroit Champions for HOPE empowers parents as their children’s first teachers

Ashley KingTuesday, December 5, 2023

Katie Wendel, director of planning and advocacy at Area Agency on Aging 1B, which recently launched a voucher program to help unpaid caregivers afford respite care.

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Finding temporary care is a challenge for Michigan's many unpaid caregivers, but help is available

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, November 30, 2023

More than 500 students, staff, teachers, and volunteers participated in a Mental Health Fair and Walk at Detroit’s University Prep Art & Design Middle High School in October.

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Michigan’s community mental health agencies work hard to prevent youth suicide

Monique BedfordTuesday, November 28, 2023

A number of financial incentives for post-secondary education help those interested in an early education career.

Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

Michigan busca crear una mejor trayectoria profesional para los educadores de la primera infancia

Joanne Bailey-BoorsmaTuesday, November 28, 2023

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Dr. Colleen Allen, AAoM president and CEO cuts the ribbon.

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Autism Alliance of Michigan celebrates grand opening of new Grand Rapids location

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, November 28, 2023

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Copper Country initiative emphasizes fresh and local foods

Kym ReinstadlerSunday, November 26, 2023

Ken Nixon, director of outreach and community partnerships for Safe & Just Michigan.

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Lack of data raises questions about quality and cost effectiveness of Michigan's prison health care

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, November 16, 2023

Yarrow Brown and a colleague

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Statewide housing plan works with stakeholders across region to address housing needs

Sarah SpohnTuesday, November 14, 2023

Parents across the state are taking note and feeling excited about what Pre K For All means for their little ones.

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Parents weigh in on PreK for All

Ashley KingTuesday, November 14, 2023

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