Michigan is in the middle of a one year review of Medicaid cases after enrollment grew to 3.2 million during pandemic. About a third of the 992,000 people reviewed so far have lost coverage.
Robin Erb
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For the holidays: Another batch of COVID tests for Michiganders
Michigan households can order another four free COVID tests, while the state continues to offer free at-home tests and testing sites, too.
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Shortage of new RSV shots could endanger Michigan babies
A first-ever immunization against RSV for babies was approved with much fanfare in July; already, there’s not enough to go around, according to the state’s pediatricians’ group. That, and a flagging interest in flu and COVID vaccines, have some doctors worried.
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Experts: Henry Ford, Ascension Michigan venture likely to impact care, costs
Some fear another health care consolidation means higher costs for care, but hospitals argue that staff wages and inflation in supplies and equipment drive the prices for care.
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Michigan cancer drug donation program looks to cut waste, help those in need
A group of Michigan pharmacists and doctors are setting up a statewide cancer drug exchange — more than 16 years after a state law allowed it. It’s intended to eliminate waste in usable drugs while helping those who can’t afford treatment.
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In Michigan mental health crisis, a tug-of-war over too few social workers
Michigan schools, mental health agencies and hospitals fight over too few social workers. Could relaxed licensing, better pay help?
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Free COVID tests bound for Michigan mailboxes — if you ask
To tamp down the spread of respiratory viruses before they take hold, the Biden administration is reopening a program to send free tests to households.
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New COVID-19 vaccine arriving in Michigan. Here’s what to know
As the weather cools and viruses circulate, health experts note that Michiganders have three different vaccines to protect them from respiratory illness.
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New COVID shot clears FDA, may be Michigan-bound later in week
The newly formulated COVID vaccine is designed to take a swing at more recent variants as the fall respiratory season arrives. Final approval and guidance from the CDC is expected on Tuesday.
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5 things to know as Michigan COVID cases rise into the fall
The end of summer signals a new season — one of respiratory diseases. As cases and hospitalizations tick upward, here’s a short, smart update on new variants, new vaccines and the latest advice to stay safe.