Healthcare Institutions

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Michigan Health Department Issues New Suicide Prevention Guidelines

A new report from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services outlines targeted strategies to address suicide, now the second leading cause of death for residents ages 10 to 34.

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Rising National Debt Limits Michigan Infrastructure and Health Services

Michigan's $40 trillion national debt burden is forcing rural communities to make tough choices as interest payments crowd out funding for bridges, broadband and hospitals. Local leaders warn that essential projects may be delayed or cut as federal dollars shrink.

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HomeTown Pharmacy closes four Michigan stores after reimbursement losses

HomeTown Pharmacy has permanently closed three Traverse City locations and one Muskegon store citing unsustainable reimbursement rates from pharmacy benefit managers affecting patient access and local healthcare options

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Fact Check: Did John James Vote to Raise Health Costs in Michigan?

As Michigan's gubernatorial race heats up, claims about U.S. Rep. John James' voting record on healthcare costs have become a central issue, with both campaigns pointing to recent legislation and premium increases affecting hundreds of thousands of residents.

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Michigan School Districts Add Free Direct Primary Care for Staff

Three Michigan school districts are offering employees and their families free access to direct primary care clinics, aiming to reduce health care costs and improve access as insurance premiums and out-of-pocket expenses continue to rise.

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Federal Agency Clarifies Hospital Data Sharing for Injury Surveillance

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has confirmed that hospital participation in its updated injury surveillance system will remain voluntary, following concerns from hospital leaders and privacy advocates about patient data security and federal requirements

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