Good Laundry is making a great impact on hygiene poverty in Flint
The newest endeavor of Flint’s Good Church is its affordable laundromat, Good Laundry, which serves as a direct response to nearby neighbors who are experiencing hygiene poverty.
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Public health and AI: Great potential and a need for ethical policies
When applying AI to public health, great potentials exist for swifter, nimbler care and pin-pointed personalization. Its use also could exacerbate biases and the misuse of private information.
Claressa Shields hits the red carpet for special Flint screening of biopic ‘The Fire Inside’
Flint's own Claressa Shields gave Flint residents an early viewing of 'The Fire Inside' on Sunday, Nov. 10 at Cinemark Flint West 14. The film is based on her life as she made it to the 2012 Summer Olympics, winning the gold at just 17 years old.
New training helps Kent County providers better connect residents in need to resources
Health Net of West Michigan's new Care Model Training provides frontline navigators with tools and tactics to better help residents access health care and social services.
Flint Style Soccer continues to score goals on and off the field
Flint Style Soccer has created a space that continually provides individual and team activities, coach mentors, personal development, socialization, and important life lessons on and off the soccer field.
Local health statistics are a click away as community health dashboards proliferate in Michigan
Community health dashboards are readily available online resources that compile various health data for different regions.
Medicaid funding could expand and sustain Michigan’s produce prescription programs
Michigan is seeking approval for a new funding structure that could use Medicaid dollars to pay for programs that offer "prescriptions" for free fresh fruits and vegetables.
Michigan’s CMHs work hard to ensure patient rights are understood and upheld
Michigan’s community mental health agencies are working to break down these barriers and encourage people to seek care confidently, knowing their rights will be respected.
How public health focuses on gun safety and reducing firearm violence
Michigan's public health experts are working to address firearm accidents and violence through community partnerships and education programs.
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Navigating Autism Today Conference in Grand Rapids focuses on navigating autism for a lifetime
The Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM) is preparing for its upcoming Nov. 15 Navigating Autism Today Conference in Grand Rapids. The event connects families and autistic individuals with resources and support networks on critical topics: financial planning, health care advocacy, employment, and independent living solutions for adults on the spectrum.
Public health and AI: Great potential and a need for ethical policies
When applying AI to public health, great potentials exist for swifter, nimbler care and pin-pointed personalization. Its use also could exacerbate biases and the misuse of private information.
Claressa Shields hits the red carpet for special Flint screening of biopic ‘The Fire Inside’
Flint's own Claressa Shields gave Flint residents an early viewing of 'The Fire Inside' on Sunday, Nov. 10 at Cinemark Flint West 14. The film is based on her life as she made it to the 2012 Summer Olympics, winning the gold at just 17 years old.
New training helps Kent County providers better connect residents in need to resources
Health Net of West Michigan's new Care Model Training provides frontline navigators with tools and tactics to better help residents access health care and social services.
Flint Style Soccer continues to score goals on and off the field
Flint Style Soccer has created a space that continually provides individual and team activities, coach mentors, personal development, socialization, and important life lessons on and off the soccer field.
Local health statistics are a click away as community health dashboards proliferate in Michigan
Community health dashboards are readily available online resources that compile various health data for different regions.
Medicaid funding could expand and sustain Michigan’s produce prescription programs
Michigan is seeking approval for a new funding structure that could use Medicaid dollars to pay for programs that offer "prescriptions" for free fresh fruits and vegetables.
Michigan’s CMHs work hard to ensure patient rights are understood and upheld
Michigan’s community mental health agencies are working to break down these barriers and encourage people to seek care confidently, knowing their rights will be respected.
How public health focuses on gun safety and reducing firearm violence
Michigan's public health experts are working to address firearm accidents and violence through community partnerships and education programs.
Partner Partner Content Navigating Autism Today Conference in Grand Rapids focuses on navigating autism for a lifetime
The Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM) is preparing for its upcoming Nov. 15 Navigating Autism Today Conference in Grand Rapids. The event connects families and autistic individuals with resources and support networks on critical topics: financial planning, health care advocacy, employment, and independent living solutions for adults on the spectrum.
