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Midland Daily News

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New Michigan psychiatric hospital with 264 beds opens

Here's details on a new psychiatric facility that has opened in Michigan.

Michigan · 10-09

Bridge Michigan

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Opinion | Michigan ambulance services are stretched thin. RESCUE Act offers lifeline

When someone calls 911 for a medical emergency, they expect help to arrive — and lifesaving care to begin immediately. But since Sturgis Hospital closed, an ambulance trip that once covered approximately two miles can now run closer to 25, taking crews and equipment out of service for much longer.

Michigan · 10-09
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WXYZ

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New federal rules could block prescription drug imports from Canada, worrying Michigan patients

LIVONIA, Mich. (WXYZ) — New federal regulations set to take effect later this month could significantly impact Americans who rely on prescription medications shipped from Canada and other countries. For years, some U.S. consumers have turned to Canadian mail-order pharmacies as a way to save money on medications that...

Michigan · 10-08
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WOWO News

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Michigan Health Officials Urge Residents to Get Flu Shots Before End of October

LANSING, Mich. (WOWO) — Michigan health officials are urging residents to get their annual flu vaccine as the 2026-27 flu season gets underway, with local health departments and pharmacies offering vaccinations across the state. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends annual flu vaccination for everyone 6 months...

Michigan · 10-09
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WGCU News

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'Medicare for All' message attracts midterm voters buckling under medical bills

Midterm candidates are talking up Medicare for All, and in a poll 2 out of 3 Americans said they support it. The phrase speaks to a desire for radical change, though many don't really know what it is.

Lansing, MI · 10-07

CBS Detroit

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Michigan Matters: Dissecting Medicare and talking up Detroit Goodfellows

Margaret Anderson, president of Health Alliance Plan by Henry Ford Health, appears on Michigan Matters to discuss Medicare, which affects a large share of the state's population.

Michigan · 10-09

liveinsurancenews.com

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Michigan Medicare Advantage 2027: The State With the Highest Enrollment Rate Is Facing Real Changes Before December 7

Editor’s note: This article has been updated. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan has confirmed they will continue to offer Medicare Advantage plans in all 83 Michigan counties for 2027, the same as 2026. We have updated the article to reflect this information. No state in the country is...

Michigan · 10-06

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Smith & Eddy Insurance helps seniors navigate Medicare options

SCOTTVILLE — Smith & Eddy Insurance is among several insurance agencies across the country helping people ages 65 and older navigate Medicare. Medicare season begins Oct. 15 and continues through Dec. 31. As with every Medicare season, changes are taking place, and Smith & Eddy encourages everyone to review and discuss their Medicare coverage.

Scottville, MI · 10-08

The Financial Wire

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Maryland drops to 47 Medicare Advantage plans for 2027 from 63 and Michigan to 181 from 192, while Louisiana rises to 124 from 111, CMS figures show

Maryland will have 47 Medicare Advantage plans on offer for 2027, down from 63 this year, according to federal figures released September 28. Michigan’s count slips to 181 from 192, and Louisiana goes the other way, rising to 124 from 111. The numbers come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ state-by-state fact sheets... The post Maryland drops to 47 Medicare Advantage plans for 2027 from 63 and Michigan to 181 from 192, while Louisiana rises to 124 from 111, CMS figures show appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Michigan · 10-08

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'Medicare for All' message attracts midterm voters buckling under medical bills

Christina Starks-Clay doesn't know how "Medicare for All" would work exactly, but she's willing to bet it'd be better than what she has now. While standing in line for a Sept. 11 town hall for U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed in Lansing, she whipped out her phone and pulled up a screenshot.

Michigan · 10-07

secondwavemedia.com

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CMHA: Telling the whole story about Michigan’s public mental health system

The Community Mental Health Association of Michigan (CMHA) represents Michigan’s 46 community mental health boards (CMHs) and more than 80 nonprofit agencies providing or supporting behavioral health care across the state. This trade association serves its members three ways: educational conferences, training, and events; extensive online resources; and effective policy advocacy at the state and federal levels.

Michigan · 10-05

FOX 17 News West Michigan

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Michigan governor candidates debate data centers, tariffs and Medicaid

Michigan · 10-07

The Pioneer

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Residents raise drinking water concerns at EPA hearing on Michigan Potash wells

Residents raise drinking water concerns at EPA hearing on Michigan Potash wells

Evart, MI · 10-01

WNDU

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Michigan lawmakers try to ease healthcare worker shortage

Michigan · 10-01

9&10 News

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Munson Healthcare launches Medicaid support resources ahead of 2027 changes

Munson Healthcare is launching new resources to help Medicaid recipients navigate upcoming changes to eligibility and renewal requirements.

Traverse City, MI · 10-01

midmichigannow.com

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Michigan to get first prefabricated clinical exam rooms at McLaren Bay West campus

FLINT, Mich. — Michigan is set to get its first prefabricated clinical exam rooms as part of the new McLaren Bay West Campus. The prefabricated rooms will be installed at the new campus and are described as a major milestone in the project’s construction. The rooms are expected...

Michigan · 10-01

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Community Workshops Help Residents Navigate Medicaid Changes

As federal Medicaid eligibility changes take effect, community partners across West Michigan are helping residents understand their healthcare options and keep their benefits up to date. In August, the West Michigan Medicaid Task Force, Kent County Health Equity Council and West Michigan Welcome Plan Collaborative worked with local organizations to...

Michigan · 10-02

WNEM

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McLaren Bay Region installs Michigan’s first prefabricated clinical exam room pods

BAY CITY, Mich. (WNEM) — McLaren Bay Region is marking a milestone in construction of its West Campus site. Installation started today on what the health care company says are the first prefabricated clinical exam room pods in the state. McLaren says completing significant portions of the exam rooms...

Michigan · 10-01

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Munson adds $150K for street medicine, bringing total investment since 2024 to $300K

WEXFORD COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Munson Healthcare is continuing its investment in street medicine. The program is designed primarily to serve people experiencing homelessness, but doctors say anyone facing barriers to traditional healthcare can use the service. Munson Healthcare is putting another $150,000 toward street medicine this year, bringing its...

Manton, MI · 10-01