Michigan network takes preventive approach to address rising opioid overdoses
The Michigan Opioid Prescribing Engagement Network focuses on setting prescribing recommendations for providers, distributing Naloxone, reducing surplus opioids, and more.
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In rural Washtenaw County, faith leaders work with mental health providers to address COVID impacts
The 5 Healthy Towns Foundation sought new ways to address rising mental health issues in Chelsea, Dexter, Grass Lake, Manchester, and Stockbridge. One solution it identified was equipping faith leaders to help.
In rural Washtenaw County, faith leaders work with mental health providers to address COVID impacts
The 5 Healthy Towns Foundation sought new ways to address rising mental health issues in Chelsea, Dexter, Grass Lake, Manchester, and Stockbridge. One solution it identified was equipping faith leaders to help.
Battle Creek Family YMCA changes palates one vegetable at a time
The Battle Creek Family YMCA has implemented a variety of initiatives to address lack of access to fresh food and vegetables in its community.
Michigan docs tackle youth mental health crisis with on-demand psychiatric support from U-M program
Michigan Child Collaborative Care helps primary care providers address their young patients' mental health by offering same-day phone consultations with psychiatrists, among other services.
Michigan organizations help people living with autism reduce risks of COVID-19
COVID-19 has inflicted a disproportionate burden on many groups, but one of the least recognized is people living with autism spectrum disorder.
With COVID cases peaking, Michigan seeks solutions to health care worker shortage
Michigan health care leaders are advocating for investments to support staffing needs in hospitals, nursing facilities, emergency medical services, and workforce training programs.
Partner Partner Content Gratiot-Isabella Regional Education Service District promotes active, healthy communities
Using Michigan Fitness Foundation’s Promoting Active Communities assessment and tools, GIRESD staff are on their way to having a better understanding of the barriers to active living and finding solutions to overcome those barriers.
Michigan prepares for long-term mental health effects of COVID-19
The pandemic's mental health impacts are expected to remain for the long term – and many of Michigan’s communities, mental health professionals, and researchers are already preparing to address them.
