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Michigan Safe School Indoor Air Ventilation Program Extended

Lansing, MI - Michigan K-12 schools are encouraged to obtain free air purifiers through the MI Safe School Indoor Air Ventilation program.

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MI Medicaid Beneficiaries To Have Extra Renewal Eligibility Month

Lansing, MI - The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) announced on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 that Medicaid beneficiaries with upcoming deadlines for returning renewal forms will have an extra month to submit paperwork to avoid loss of health care coverage due to not responding.

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MDARD Encourages Animal Owners To Keep Up On Vaccinations

Lansing, MI - With the potential for pets and livestock to be exposed to wild and other domestic animals or bitten by insects (like mosquitoes) that could carry disease, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) encourages animal owners to talk to their veterinarian about what vaccinations are needed to protect their animals best, benefiting not only the animals’ health but also human health.

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More Than 50K Calls Answered During 1st Year Of MI Crisis Line

Lansing, MI - The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is observing the success over the past year since the launch of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline in Michigan.

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MDHHS Tips On Protecting Health During Smoke Air Quality Events

Lansing, MI - With the weekend forecast predicting unhealthy air quality conditions in parts of the Upper Peninsula and possibly spreading to the rest of the state, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is providing guidance to Michiganders on how to reduce their risk through its new website.

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Wastewater Being Tested For Poliovirus In Oakland County

Lansing, MI - The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is collaborating with local partners to begin wastewater testing for poliovirus in Oakland County.

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MDHHS Issues Update On Medicaid And Announces New Dashboard

Lansing, MI - The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has unveiled an online dashboard available to the public that will show data on the renewal process for Medicaid coverage that restarted recently due to federal legislation.

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July Celebrated As Disability Pride Month In Michigan

Lansing, MI - The Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council (MiDDC), part of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, is celebrating Disability Pride Month in July with events and outreach.

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