The organization is seeing rising demand for ‘permanent birth control’ in the years following the US Supreme Court’s decision to overturn national abortion rights.
Eli Newman
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Michigan doctors criticize changes to US childhood vaccination schedule
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reducing the number of shots it recommends for American kids. Michigan public health experts say the decision is ‘not based on science.’
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Michigan’s death doulas bring solace to those navigating the end of life
Death doulas are helping individuals and families navigate end-of-life care amid what experts call a ‘crisis’ in services for Michigan’s aging population.
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Michigan set to lose millions under Trump SNAP reforms
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says “significant” changes are occurring as the federal government prepares to penalize states for food assistance error rates.
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Michigan to use $38M in opioid funds to expand housing for people in recovery
The state has a goal to bring more than 3,400 new recovery housing beds online by 2028 to address the lack of stable living quarters available for those leaving publicly funded treatment facilities.
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Michigan stopped collecting abortion data in 2023. GOP wants to resume it
Supporters say the Michigan House bills are a ‘no-nonsense step’ to protect women and limit abortion. Opponents say the legislation singles out the procedure in a hostile political landscape.
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What shutdown deal means for Michigan food stamps, flight delays, more
As Trump fights full SNAP payments and unpaid air traffic controllers miss work, a tentative deal could soon reopen the federal government. What it means for Michigan.
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Michigan open enrollment: Here’s how much health insurance rates are rising
Premiums are going up an average 20.2% for individuals who get insured through HealthCare.gov. But prices could surge higher without the tax credits being debated during the government shutdown.
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What you need to know about getting the COVID-19 vaccine in Michigan
Changes at the federal level are making access to the mRNA shot, as well as insurance coverage challenging, while doctors still tout the treatment as effective in treating and preventing coronavirus infection.
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Syphilis on rise in Michigan newborns as some adult cases decline
State health officials report a three-year decline in primary and secondary syphilis infections while grappling with a surge in cases passed from mothers to babies.