health

The Michigan Board of Education approved new standards for health education at its meeting Thursday. Colin Jackson has more.

6th District Congresswoman Debbie Dingell was a “no” vote Wednesday night on the spending bill that reopened the federal government. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Three insurers have announced that they will be leaving the Affordable Care Act Marketplace in Michigan starting in 2026. That is raising concerns about premium and co-pay price hikes. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.

Trinity Health Ann Arbor is expanding and renovating its emergency department. The move will help meet the growing needs of Washtenaw County and the surrounding community. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Michigan bills to have the state track abortion data again are scheduled for a state House committee hearing today. Colin Jackson has more.

Rising health care costs are making it harder for Michiganders to stay healthy and hospitals to provide services. That’s the message emphasized during a health roundtable today attended by Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

LEAF Harm Reduction is a organization designed to help people recovering from substance abuse disorder. The program provides wellness checks and helps create community connections. Lee Van Roth shares more about LEAF's mission with the organization's director, Corn Williams.

Michigan bills to prevent fraud in fertility treatment received a hearing Tuesday before a state House committee. Michigan Public Radio’s Colin Jackson has more.

A program that provides direct cash payments to expectant mothers and families is coming to Ypsilanti. Rx Kids will officially begin enrollment December 1. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Saturday marks the start of the Affordable Care Act open enrollment period in which ACA tax credits are set to expire. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.