Healthcare

PODCAST: Reconnecting to behavioral health care in a time of crisis

On this week's episode of Michigan's State of Health, we're digging into  how COVID-19 helped raise awareness of the importance of behavioral health – and how to support Michiganders through the long-term behavioral health issues COVID is likely to create.

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Scott Hutchins, school mental health and Medicaid consultant for the Michigan Department of Education Office of Health and Nutrition Services.
Michigan schools adopt new software to expand mental health services

All 56 of the state's ISDs now have access to a software product for managing behavioral health referrals, screenings, treatment plans, and more.

Alexander Lee recieves his COVID vaccine from Steve Jensen at Daycroft School.
Here’s how Washtenaw County’s ISD and health department collaborated to keep schools safe from COVID

The recent rollout of COVID vaccinations to young children provides an added layer of safety to an already sturdy set of COVID-19 precautions developed by the Washtenaw Intermediate School District and the Washtenaw County Health Department.

PODCAST: Can COVID help us close gaps in Michigan’s food supply chain?

On this week's episode of Michigan's State of Health, we're digging into how COVID strained Michigan's food system – and how we all can help to strengthen it.

Under-recognized frontline workers help spread word on COVID-19 vaccine in Michigan

Community health workers have been integral to getting the word out about COVID-19 vaccine safety and effectiveness. 

PODCAST: Combating older adults’ loneliness during COVID – and beyond

On this week's episode of Michigan's State of Health, we're digging into how COVID-19 raised awareness of the challenges Michigan's older adults face – and how to better address them.

Dr. Leslie Pelkey, Cherry Health’s chief medical officer.
Lack of broadband access is a barrier to health care – and Michigan is aiming to eliminate it

COVID-19 exposed Michigan's digital divide, and its sobering effect on residents' ability to access health care during the pandemic. But efforts are underway to address it.

PODCAST: From health inequity to a “hyperjump” for Michigan

On this week's episode of Michigan's State of Health, we're digging into  how COVID-19 has helped to raise awareness of Michigan's health inequities and the importance of addressing them.

A DIGs workshop on asemma, or tobacco.
Here’s how the UP’s Debweyendan Indigenous Gardens build health, community, and food sovereignty

The sprawling community gardens aim to celebrate and preserve the knowledge and cultural identity of tribal people living in and around the village of L’Anse.

Fresh Start Clubhouse Executive Director Summer Berman.
Ypsilanti resident hopes to give local people living with mental health challenges a Fresh Start

Washtenaw County's clubhouse for those living with and seeking to recover from mental illness is in transition, and Executive Director Summer Berman hopes to find the program a permanent home soon.

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