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Health Doulas, Prisons, and Paid Sick Leave: The Wide View State Sen. Erika Geiss Has on Family

State Sen. Erika Geiss wants to address the inequities that lead to too many preventable, tragic outcomes for Michigan parents welcoming new children.

Katelyn Kivel Katelyn Kivel April 12, 2021 3:47 pm EDT
Coronavirus a man sitting in his bedroom sick with COVID-19 with no family around to help
Coronavirus How You Can Help and Remain Safe When a Family Member Has COVID

With COVID-19 cases surging across the country, chances are you might know someone who’s sick with the virus. Protect yourself while offering those close to you some much-needed care and comfort.

Emiene Wright Emiene Wright December 24, 2020 1:17 pm EST
Health Hearts of hope, behind view of two sisters on Lake Michigan holding up their hands, making heart shapes.
Health Michigan Community Organizations Get $650,000 for Suicide Prevention

The new program will help develop evidence-based approaches to reducing the rate of suicide attempts among young, underserved Michiganders.

Associated Press Associated Press December 8, 2020 4:10 pm EST
Health Michigan winters often bring sub-zero temperatures, making for dangerous conditions for Michiganders without heat. These warming centers across the state can help.
Health Michigan Warming Centers: 22 Places Helping Families Through Winter in a Pandemic

With winter temperatures regularly dropping below freezing—and often below zero—these centers can help Michiganders without access to heat stay warm.

Rachel Azure Rachel Azure December 8, 2020 11:00 am EST
Coronavirus President-elect Joe Biden plans to ask all Americans to wear a mask during his first 100 days in office. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)
Coronavirus Biden Says He Will Ask All Americans to Wear Masks for ‘100 Days’

President-elect Joe Biden’s first request of the nation isn’t hard, but it is meaningful.

Meghan McCarthy Meghan McCarthy December 4, 2020 12:47 pm EST

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Coronavirus An Inside Look at Michigan’s Journey to a COVID-19 Vaccine

A Kalamazoo production plant is gearing up to distribute tens of thousands of vaccines doses across the country.

Katelyn Kivel Katelyn Kivel November 24, 2020 11:36 am EST
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Family READ: Gov. Whitmer’s Tips for Keeping Michiganders Safe This Holiday Season

From shopping small to limiting large gatherings, these tips can help slow the spread of the coronavirus and keep local businesses going this season.

Associated Press Associated Press November 20, 2020 10:26 am EST