opioids

Annual opioid-related overdose deaths continue to decline in Washtenaw County. That’s according to the most recent numbers released by the County Health Department. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The Washtenaw County Health Department is releasing its 2025 annual report. This report summarizes local public health efforts to protect the community’s health and well-being in 2025. WEMU's Caroline MacGregor spoke health department spokesperson, Beth Ann Hamilton, and discussed environmental health services, WIC, and community health data reporting.

A product commonly found in smoke shops, gas stations and convenience stores is causing concern among local health officials due to its highly addictive nature.

The Washtenaw County Health Department is inviting members of the public to join an advisory committee to monitor programs designated for opioid settlement funds. WEMU's Caroline Macgregor reports.

Part of a multimillion-dollar opioid settlement that will benefit organizations in Washtenaw County includes a substance prevention program at Eastern Michigan University. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.

A new report shows overdose deaths dropped by 25% in Washtenaw County in 2024. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Bills to toughen the penalties for making or selling opioids made it out of the Michigan House Wednesday. Colin Jackson has more.

As the Washtenaw County’s Opioid Settlement Steering Committee nears its expiration date, it’s suggesting a new committee be formed to track how the dollars are being used. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

A recent report from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services showed a decrease in opioid-related overdose deaths for 2022 to 2023. There have also been fewer overdoses locally, according to Washtenaw County officials. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the report.

Information about Michigan’s opioid lawsuit settlements is now available online at a new state website. Colin Jackson has more.