Health

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

Michigan to join Confluence of States bolstering outdoor recreation industry

Leaders from across sectors and around the state joined Governor Whitmer recently to advance Michigan's outdoor industry. 

Latest in Health
Mel Trombley.
For new moms, mood disorders are more common than you think – but here’s how we can help

20% to 25% of women are at risk for first-time onset of mental illness after they give birth. But proactive interventions, support systems for moms who suffer, and more open-minded discourse can make a difference.

Christina Pavlak.
Michigan’s home visiting programs bring support to new parents

A wide range of perinatal home visiting programs bring professional support to Michigan's new moms and moms-to-be, helping to fill the void of community support and develop vital skills. 

Julie Ribaudo.
Infant mental health programs create better futures for little Michiganders and their parents

Most people don’t really think about infant mental health until they notice its absence – but the difference can be stark to the observer and life-changing for the infant.

Sitting out the golden years is not an option for those in Battle Creek who would rather help others

Lamount Horton shows there's more to being a crossing guard than helping youngsters cross the street and Louis McNutt just has to stay busy. In Battle Creek's neighborhoods seniors are helping where the can.

House that may be the oldest in Battle Creek gets rehab by local who loves old houses

If you've ever wondered about the house at 373 Riverside Drive, it just might be the oldest house in Battle Creek. And now it's getting a rehab.

Creativity continues to evolve for Eastside artist Eana Agopian

Eana Apple Agopian comes from a creative family and the Eastside artist is fulfilling the destiny of her DNA.

Members of Cherry Health's integrated care team confer. The team includes nurses, medical assistants, pharmacists, and physicians.
Michigan providers pursue holistic model for more affordable and effective healthcare

Integrated care involves not just physical co-location of services that are often isolated from one another, but also broader community-based solutions that promote good health.

They call it Handmap Brewing and its headed to Carlyle Street in Battle Creek

Second of two breweries announces plans to locate in Battle Creek with help from Battle Creek Unlimited and others.

In Battle Creek’s Post-Franklin neighborhood, studio with a mission teaches dance steps and more

Studio in Post-Franklin offers dance students a non-competitive, age-appropriate environment where they have definite ideas about what is important in life.  

Our Sponsors

Gilmore Foundation

Our Media Partners

Battle Creek Community Foundation
Enna Foundation
BINDA Foundation
Southwest Journalism Media Collaborative
Southwest Michigan First
Milestone Senior Services
Consumers Energy

Common Ground Is Brewing

Support local stories and receive our signature roast straight to your door when you join at the Standard level (or above).

Drink Better, Read Local

Close the CTA

Don't miss out!

Everything Southwest Michigan, in your inbox every week.

Close the CTA

Already a subscriber? Enter your email to hide this popup in the future.