As the fight against COVID-19 continues, the development of a vaccine has been viewed as an intervention and a possible sign of relief. But many people continue to go unvaccinated and unmasked and sickness continues to spread. Medical community leaders in Kalamazoo are asking people to help stop it.
Some people take videos. Doors have been slammed in their faces. Some people set their dogs loose when they see them. No one said it would be easy being a vaccine ambassador. Yet, they report successes that keep them knocking on doors. Here are the experiences of on Vaccine Ambassador in Calhoun County.
The nonprofit health clinic serving citizens of Kalamazoo County has implemented a sweeping change in employee compensation that puts Family Health Center on the leading edge of pay practices in health care.
COVID-19 has inflicted a disproportionate burden on many groups, but one of the least recognized is people living with autism spectrum disorder.
Michigan health care leaders are advocating for investments to support staffing needs in hospitals, nursing facilities, emergency medical services, and workforce training programs.
The pandemic's mental health impacts are expected to remain for the long term – and many of Michigan’s communities, mental health professionals, and researchers are already preparing to address them.
When the decision comes down to not seeing family because they won't wear masks many are choosing to take the risk, Battle Creek psychologist says.
The state is looking back to examine how the 2014 introduction of the Healthy Michigan Plan has improved health for Michigan residents who otherwise could not afford health insurance.
Racism is killing mothers and babies in Michigan – and initiatives across the state are working to tackle that root cause and save lives.
Calhoun County physicians and nurses who continue to see firsthand the devastating effects of the virus on those who have it and their family members who have watched them die from it are going to be talking about it more than they have so far.
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