State of Health

Special ReportAudrey Smith with a webcam used to connect child psychiatrists to students.

How technology is bridging gaps between healthcare and underserved populations

By Patrick DunnThursday, June 20, 2019
Feature StoryA mother holds her baby's hand.

Here's how we can address rural Michigan's alarmingly high infant mortality and poor maternal health

By Estelle SlootmakerMonday, May 06, 2019
Feature StoryParent holding infant's hand

Urban Michigan initiatives recognize racism as major factor in infant and maternal mortality

By Estelle SlootmakerThursday, March 21, 2019
Feature StoryThe Hamtramck School Based Health Center.

As Michigan immigrants struggle to get healthcare, nonprofits fill the gaps

By Sarah RiggThursday, February 14, 2019
Feature StoryDawn Powell, director of the Sanford Activity and Dining Center in Midland.

These initiatives are improving Michigan seniors' health by making sure they're not alone

By Eric GallippoThursday, January 24, 2019
Feature StoryWilliam Butler is prepared to get his blood drawn at HUDA by his nurse, Val Gamble. Butler has been coming to HUDA for his health care needs since he lost his health insurance four years ago.

How once-vacant sites are becoming hubs for health equity in Michigan

By Estelle SlootmakerThursday, December 06, 2018
Feature StoryA young patient at Holy Family Healthcare.

These innovative solutions are addressing the unique health challenges of rural Michigan living

By Rosemary ParkerThursday, November 01, 2018
Feature StoryDr. Maureen Connolly.

Michigan's homeless face major barriers to healthcare: Here's how care providers are trying to help

By Sarah RiggThursday, October 04, 2018
Feature StoryBruce Retterath demonstrates use of a telepsychiatry system.

How telemedicine brings healthcare into vulnerable patients' homes

By Sarah RiggThursday, August 30, 2018
Feature StoryGeamill Gibson and her son buy produce using a doctor's prescription at the Flint Farmers Market.

Prescriptions for nutrition: How culinary medicine is advancing health equity in Michigan

By Scott AtkinsonThursday, August 09, 2018
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