Some medical experts say the decision to stop recommending the vaccine for these groups makes sense given the lessened severity of COVID-19 infections. Others cautioned that the move makes the vaccines less available to everyone in the long term.
Michigan Health Watch
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Michigan public health labs try to adjust after loss of federal funds
Six public health departments in Michigan were using federal funds to expand testing for disease and even guard against terrorist attacks, local leaders say. But that funding ended abruptly in March.
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Battle over Medicaid boils over in DC; what it means for Michigan
A congressional plan to cut Medicaid funding advanced late Sunday as the battle continues over the safety net program that covers more than 2.6 million Michiganders.
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As Michigan ages, funding gaps widen for senior centers. Some call for change
Studies show that recreation is key to healthy aging, but Michigan relies mostly on a hodgepodge of local taxes that advocates say has led to a system of have and have-nots.
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Michigan Medicaid has ballooned. Cuts are likely. Here’s what to know
Michigan now covers more than double the portion of the population it did 30 years ago. Is that growth unchecked, or just enough to cover the most vulnerable?
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Measles, whooping cough surge in Michigan amid falling vaccination rates
Michigan is experiencing a rise in measles and whooping cough due to declining childhood vaccination rates and health officials are sounding alarms.
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Michigan joins six other states with measles outbreaks. What to know
The state has seven confirmed measles cases as of Thursday, including three linked cases in Montcalm County.
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Michigan lawmakers want to stop people from using SNAP benefits to buy pop
State Rep. Brad Paquette, R-Niles, introduced a bill to ban the purchase of soda pop with SNAP benefits, citing concerns over nutrition and taxpayer spending.
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Whitmer proposes more money for Michigan's aging crisis. Is it enough?
Michigan underfunds services for the elderly compared to other states. That’s a red flag for a state with a fast-aging population.
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Experts: Michigan lawmakers should make 6 fixes to improve senior care
Lawmakers need to streamline bureaucracy, change policies and focus on caregiving to prepare for a gray wave that is gripping Michigan.