Health & Household Safety
50 storiesIn practice, stories range across health-service explainers, public warnings, prevention guides and policy and access reporting, using food safety and emergency health guidance as evidence anchors. Health & Household Safety makes clear which facts are confirmed and which questions remain open.
Central Michigan University breaks ground on $100 million medical building in Saginaw
Central Michigan University has started work on a new 90,000-square-foot medical education building in Saginaw. The project will give its College of Medicine a permanent home and aims to open in fall 2028.
Detroit Adult Day Care Operator Charged in $4.75M Medicare Fraud Case
A Detroit adult day care administrator faces federal charges after allegedly orchestrating a $4.75 million Medicare fraud scheme involving false psychotherapy claims at a center owned by his wife.
Jackson Races to Replace All Lead Water Pipes by 2036
Jackson, Michigan is working to replace thousands of lead water service lines, aiming to remove every lead pipe in the city within the next decade. The city is focusing first on neighborhoods with the most lead lines.
Farmington Hills Inventor Creates Trap for Dumpster Rodent Problems
A new rodent trap designed in Farmington Hills aims to help businesses and residents deal with pests around dumpsters and trash cans, without direct contact or messy cleanup.
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.
Michigan Kindergarten Vaccination Waivers Hit Decade High
Michigan's kindergarten vaccination waiver rate has climbed to 7.7 percent for 2025, the highest in a decade. Families can now check their local school's immunization data using a new online tool from Bridge Michigan.
Michigan School Vaccine Exemptions Reach Highest Level in a Decade
Michigan's rate of school vaccine waivers has climbed to 7.1 percent, the highest in ten years, with nearly 25,000 students exempted in 2025. Health officials warn this trend could increase outbreaks of diseases like measles and whooping cough.
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.
Michigan schools expand CPR and emergency training for students
Michigan schools are rolling out hands-on CPR and emergency response lessons for students through the American Heart Association's programs, aiming to boost lifesaving skills in classrooms statewide ahead of the 2026-27 school year
Michigan National Guard marks 25 years of post 9 11 readiness
The Michigan National Guard reflects on a quarter century of deployments and evolving responsibilities since 9 11, highlighting the ongoing demands on service members and their families across the state
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
Two Bloomfield Township Boys Critically Hurt in E Motorcycle Crash
Two 13-year-olds from Bloomfield Township remain in critical condition after being struck by a Ford F-250 while riding an electric motorcycle through a crosswalk on South Telegraph Road on Labor Day
Fundraiser Supports Madison Heights Family After Devastating Fire
A storm-driven fire destroyed a Madison Heights family's garage and belongings, leaving a father and his two daughters displaced and in urgent need of essentials. Community members are rallying support through a GoFundMe campaign
Oakland County Approves Funding to Keep Crisis Response Unit Operating
A $500000 allocation from Oakland County will keep the sheriff's Crisis Response Unit running through September 2027 after officials warned the program faced shutdown without new funding
West Nile Virus Confirmed in Dearborn Heights Man After Weeks of Uncertainty
A Dearborn Heights resident spent weeks hospitalized with severe encephalitis before doctors identified West Nile virus as the cause. The case highlights the risk of mosquito-borne illness in Michigan and the importance of early medical attention.
Detroit Family Calls for Safer Roads After Fatal Holiday Crash
Detroit police are increasing patrols for Labor Day weekend after a suspected drunk-driving crash killed Bernice Jackson in July. Her family is urging drivers to plan ahead and avoid impaired driving as holiday crash rates rise
Metro Detroit Sees Rise in Respiratory Illnesses and Sports Injuries
Doctors across Metro Detroit are reporting a surge in respiratory viruses, COVID-19 cases, and sports-related injuries as students return to school and fall activities ramp up, prompting renewed calls for prevention and early treatment
Farmington Hills Offers Free Car Seat Inspections September 12
The Farmington Hills Fire Department will provide free car seat inspections for families on Sunday, September 12. Appointments are required and must be confirmed by September 10 to secure a spot at Fire Station #3.
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.
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.
Farmington Hills Priest Fatally Struck While Walking to Hospital
Fr. Tom Szura, a longtime priest with the Marianhill Missionary Fathers, was killed after being hit by a car while crossing to Corewell Health Hospital in Farmington Hills to give last rites. The driver was arrested and the investigation continues
Farmington Hills Recognized as HEARTSafe Community for Cardiac Response
Farmington Hills has earned the HEARTSafe Community designation after training nearly 15% of residents in CPR and registering over 140 AED locations, making it one of only three Michigan cities to achieve the program's highest standard
Meta Agrees to $17.1B Settlement Over Child Safety on Social Media
Meta will pay up to $17.1 billion to 47 states and U.S. territories over claims its platforms are addictive and harmful to children, with new safety rules for young users on Facebook and Instagram set to take effect over the next decade.
Meta to Limit Social Media Use for Teens After $18 Billion Settlement
Meta will introduce new restrictions for U.S. users under 18 on Instagram and Facebook, including daily time limits and overnight app blocks, following a major legal settlement with 48 states and the District of Columbia
Dolly Parton's Philanthropy Leaves Lasting Impact on Communities
Dolly Parton's recent passing has brought renewed attention to her decades of community-focused philanthropy, including major gifts to children's literacy, disaster relief, and healthcare in Tennessee and beyond.
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
Michigan Air Quality Monitoring Gaps Leave Many Without Local Data
Large areas of Michigan, especially in the Upper Peninsula and northern Lower Peninsula, lack air quality monitors, leaving residents without accurate information during wildfire smoke events and other pollution spikes
Stingray Injuries Surge Along Southern California Beaches in 2026
Southern California beaches have seen a sharp rise in stingray injuries this year, with over 3,100 incidents reported at popular Orange County destinations as warmer ocean temperatures and low surf draw more rays close to shore.
Michigan Insurers Offer $950 Blood Test for Early Cancer Detection
A new blood test that can detect dozens of cancers early is now available through select Michigan hospitals and insurers, but questions remain about its high cost, insurance coverage, and real-world impact on patient outcomes
Forecasters Lower 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook
Meteorologists have reduced their predictions for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season as a strong El Niño pattern develops, increasing the likelihood of fewer storms but not eliminating the risk of severe impacts along the U.S. coast.
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