White House Offers Tax Credit for Vaccine Incentives
With a sizeable number of Americans hesitating to get it, President Biden recently highlighted a paid-leave tax credit for employers who provide full pay for employees who take time off of work to get a COVID-19 vaccination.
CDC, FDA Call for Pause in Johnson & Johnson Vaccine
The CDC and the FDA called for a pause in the administration of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine after half-a-dozen rare blood-clotting cases were discovered.
Amid COVID surge, Whitmer Recommends 2-Week Pause for Schools, Indoor Dining
It wasn't a mandate, but amid a huge surge in COVID-19 cases, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer Friday urged schools to go remote for two weeks, and recommended a two-week pause in indoor dining.
Pandemic Teaches Gateway New Ways to Deliver Therapy Services
Like most businesses, Gateway Pediatric Therapy had to find new ways to deliver their services in a pandemic era.
Order Raises Capacity for Outdoor Sporting Events, Increases Testing for Student-Athletes
A change to the state's Gatherings and Mask order Friday increases capacity at outdoor sporting events to 20% and requires testing of high school athletes before practices and events, among other changes.
State to Open Vaccinations to All Adults Beginning April 5
Michigan will open eligibility to COVID-19 vaccines to any Michigander over the age of 16 effective April 5, beating a May 1 deadline set by President Biden.
State Expands Vaccine Eligibility to Michiganders Over 50
Michigan has expanded its eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine to Michiganders 50 and older.
Awards Recognize Nation’s Best and Brightest in Wellness Winners
The National Association for Business Resources recently recognized more than 100 companies around the country for their efforts promoting employee well-being, worksite health and wellness.
Hertel Settles Into Leadership Role at Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Whitmer pick Elizabeth Hertel is settling in as the new director of Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services.
High School Sports are Back – With Safety Protocols
After hearing from players, coaches and parents for weeks begging for the return of high school sports, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced their return as of Feb. 8.
Whitmer Again Calls for Unity as State Continues Pandemic Battle
On a day when lawmakers unveiled plans to strip her of some of her power, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer used her State of the State address to again call for unity in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.
New Capital Investment Helps Tespo Grow into a Leading Digital Health Company
Company officials say the latest capital investment will help Tespo further springboard the digital health company into new markets, including pharmacy.
Massive State COVID Recovery Plan Includes Millions for Jobs, Education
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer laid out the details of the multi-pronged MI COVID Recovery Plan she says will protect public health, jumpstart the economy and get students back on track.
State ‘Ramping Up’ Vaccine Rollout, Waits for Additional Doses
With a dearth of doses on hand, but more on the way, state health officials are asking for patience as they roll out the COVID-19 vaccine program.
Beaumont Health Triples Server Capacity After Crush of Patients Crashed It
After thousands of people trying to use their system crashed Beaumont's server Friday, the health system got it running over the weekend, tripling its capacity in the process.
Central City Integrated Health Names New Chief Medical Officer
Central City Integrated Health has named Dr. Jasper Gill as its new chief medical officer.
Beaumont Health Appoints Three Doctors to Board of Directors to Beef Up Physician Representation
Beaumont adds trio of doctors to its Board of Directors, adding physician representation to the board. Six of the board's 19 members are now doctors.
Case Study: How CMU Maintained In-Person Learning Through Communication and Hard Work
Starting early and thinking fast on its feet allowed Central Michigan University to complete its year with in-person learning, its president said.
Michigan Rolls Out COVID-19 Vaccine After FDA Approval
Michigan's frontline healthcare workers and high-risk citizens were expected to start receiving the COVID-19 vaccines after the FDA approved it Friday.
Task Force Efforts Help Drive Down COVID-19 Racial Disparities
In the months since it was formed, actions taken by the state's Coronavirus Task Force on Racial Disparity have driven those statistics way down.
