Health

Coverage of hospitals, clinics, public health, and mental health developments and initiatives.

Michigan Youth Challenge Academy cadets and staff mobilize in Battle Creek for the community

Staff and cadets at the Michigan Youth Challenge Academy (MYCA) in Battle Creek have mobilized to produce fabric face masks to fight the spread of COVID-19 in the local community and fulfill one of the program’s eight core component requirements, service to community.

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Watch Family Health Center CEO Denise Crawford in April 22 live stream event

Two COVID-19 testing sites open Thursday, April 23.

The blog: COVID-19 and the power of taking it personally

The United Way's Chris Sargent tells us: The Battle Creek and Kalamazoo region is rising up, determined to help every single person and family through this crisis.

An educator leads a Linking Lessons session.
Linking Lessons brings healthy lifestyle basics to Metro Detroit teens

Linking Lessons puts registered dietitians, chefs, and other community health educators in Michigan middle and high schools to teach kids about how to make impactful changes in their diets and physical activity.

The Blog: ‘Until further notice’ we are living in the tech-driven era of COVID-19

In this week's blog Executive Director of the Douglass Community Center says he has been able to stay more than positive during this time "because I have faith that this too shall pass."

The Blog: Books, a grandchild and acceptance help therapist decide how to respond to changing world

When times are tough, good books and family help her, says Joyce Pines, a Kalamazoo therapist.

The Blog: Random COVID-19 Thoughts from Kalamazoo: Toward a Stronger Us

A few words from someone who believes in Kalamazoo: City Commissioner Jeanne Hess.

Judy Sarkozy
The Blog: A new feature this week with words by Judy Sarkozy
Meals on Wheels driver Lamar Ellington gives Beverly Sullivan, 79, a meal delivery for her mom, Ellen Dennis, 97.
Here’s how Michigan helps elders stay where they want to be: at home

Three out of four people aged 50 and older want to remain at home. While it's the most cost-effective solution for elder care, it does still present some challenges. Here's how Michigan providers are addressing them.

Gift card stimulus program is helping retailers over a rough patch in downtown Kalamazoo

Successful gift card stimulus program provides an incentive for customers to buy now and shop later at 70 downtown businesses.

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