Health

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

Seeds of creativity to be celebrated in upcoming fundraiser for Art Center of Battle Creek

Spring fundraiser will help the Art Center of Battle Creek fund its education programming.

Latest in Health
Fundraiser will help continue renovations of house on Fremont

The goal is $50,000 to help with renovations to 26 Fremont Street in Battle Creek.

Lou Sobleskey.
Many Michigan caregivers need care themselves – but they aren’t getting it

The importance of a support network when caring for a loved one can't be understated. That's why a number of Michigan organizations are working to better understand what caregivers need and make it more accessible to them.

New plan sets goals for City of Battle Creek to provide service to the public in sustainable ways

Energy, water, transportation, waste, government management practices, land use, and public outreach are all part of a new Environment Sustainability plan adopted by the City of Battle Creek.

Shannon Patrick
Entrepreneur from Historic Northside in Battle Creek launches clothing line for All Walks of Life

With her clothing line, Shannon Patrick gives AWOL a new spin. For her, it means her clothes are for All Walks of Life.  

Here’s how we can address rural Michigan’s alarmingly high infant mortality and poor maternal health

Substance abuse, lack of access to healthy food, and dwindling birthing hospitals and OB-GYNs all contribute to poor health outcomes for mothers and infants. These organizations and individuals are working to change that.

Video: Heroes to Hives

Military veterans have unique needs. So do honeybees. Learn how a unique program called Heroes to Hives is connecting veterans and bees in a way that helps heal mental health challenges and strengthen bee communities.

Urban Michigan initiatives recognize racism as major factor in infant and maternal mortality

Statewide, black babies are three times more likely to die in their first year of life than white babies. But those statistics are even more alarming in many of Michigan's urban centers.

Battle Creek Police Department achieves accreditation from Michigan Association of Police Chiefs

Battle Creek Police Department achieves a long sought after goal. Adopting best practices and 105 professional standards leads to accreditation.

Eastside Gateway Pocket Park, labyrinth and mural to honor Eastside Voices in Kalamazoo

Eastside pride will be on display in new gateway project, a development that brings together history, art, and community.

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