Republicans and Democrats in Congress are divided on a government spending plan, while a decision to extend the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced premium tax credits remains in limbo. Here’s what that means for Michigan.
Michigan Health Watch
In-depth reporting on the intersection between public policy and important health topics ‒ such as insurance coverage, hospital admissions, opioid abuse, access to care, medical research and the business of health care ‒ that impact nearly every Michigan resident.
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Michigan cash aid program for moms and babies gets $270 million in new budget
The additional funding will allow Rx Kids to expand in more low-income communities and reach about 100,000 babies over the next few years.
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Here’s how to find help coping with the church shooting in Grand Blanc
Here are some resources to help families, veterans and others.
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U-M study: Marijuana vapes increasingly popular among teens
Marijuana vaping is becoming more popular among Michigan teens, according to new University of Michigan survey data. That’s raised health concerns and pushed schools to seek stricter policies.
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What’s happening with Legionnaires’ disease in Michigan
Michigan has reported 34 cases of legionellosis in the last four weeks. Here’s what you need to know about the disease.
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Get sad in winter? For Michiganders, soaking up sun now could help
Seasonal affective disorder affects a significant share of Michigan’s population during the winter months. Experts say early preparation, sunlight exposure and treatments can reduce its impact.
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Disorder sparks sudden OCD in kids. Should Michigan force insurers to cover?
Their children suddenly developed obsessive compulsive disorder and extreme food aversions. Parents are asking state lawmakers to mandate coverage on an ‘experimental’ treatment.
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Trump, Tylenol and autism: Warning spurs confusion in Michigan. What to know
The Trump administration’s warning that Tylenol taken by expectant moms may increase the risk of autism has raised questions in Michigan doctor offices.
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Amid rise of RFK Jr., some Michigan communities ditch fluoride
As federal agencies review their guidance on fluoridation and the nation’s top health official calls fluoride “industrial waste,” state and local governments are pulling back on the practice, upending a decadeslong public health success story.
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Whitmer directs state agencies to promote COVID-19 vaccine access
The governor’s directive comes ahead of a pivotal meeting of a federal vaccine advisory panel this week, which is set to issue new guidance on childhood immunizations.