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Medicaid 101: How a Healthy Michigan Plan Can Benefit You
Jan 20, 2026The Healthy Michigan Plan is a Medicaid health program run by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS). Created in 2014, the Healthy Michigan Plan is a Medicaid expansion program that helps more people get health coverage who couldn’t get Medicaid before. The Healthy Michigan Plan is health coverage that works for your health and your budget.
Vaccination Schedules: Helpful Tools for Tracking Your Child’s Immunizations
Jan 20, 2026From promoting a healthier lifestyle to complying with certain school requirements, there are many reasons to vaccinate your child. Childhood vaccines protect children from serious and potentially fatal diseases such as measles, meningitis, polio, tetanus and more. By vaccinating your child as an infant, you are helping to protect them, and the immunocompromised and elderly population around them.
Not Just a Fall Fad: The Wondrous Health Benefits of Pumpkins
Jan 20, 2026Did you know pumpkins are packed with an assortment of health benefits? In fact, they’re kind of a big deal because they can boost your health in various ways. Let’s dive into a few health benefits of pumpkins and discover why they deserve a spot on your plate all year round.
Understanding your benefits: Health plan types explained
Jan 19, 2026From HMO to HDHP, here’s a breakdown of the most common health insurance plan types. While it’s great to have a wide range of health plan options available to you, each balances costs and coverage differently, so it’s important to know the differences between them.
5 Leafy Greens to Help You Stay Healthy this Spring
Jan 15, 2026Incorporating leafy greens to your diet can introduce more nutrients, vitamins and minerals than ever before.
5 Smart Snacks for Springtime Adventures
Jan 14, 2026Spring in Michigan is the perfect time to get outside and enjoy the beautiful weather. And while you’re out, it’s important to bring and have healthy snacks.
Top Tips to Fight Seasonal Allergies
Jan 14, 2026According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology about 7.8% of adults in the U.S. have hay fever, which is most often caused by pollen. If you suffer from seasonal allergies, you know just how miserable the constant sneezing, coughing and itching can be.
Morels: A Mouthwatering, Michigan Miracle
Jan 13, 2026While morels typically aren’t lauded for their nutritional value, they do offer some healthy benefits. They also put the “fun” in fungi, as they’re a blast to hunt for each spring – which can serve as a great way to get moving. The tricky part is knowing when to look, as morel season varies each year due to winter elements, temperatures and more.
The ABCs of Vitamins: 13 Essential Vitamins and Why You Need Them
Jan 12, 2026Vitamins: You know you need them, but how much do you really know about these important pills—especially with so many options out there?
Five things caregivers must do to ensure personal health and well-being
Jan 7, 2026You may be one of the 44 million Americans who provide unpaid care to an older adult or a person with a disability. That person may be your spouse, your parent, or even your child. In this article you'll find resources to help you take care of your mental and physical health.
Flu season 101: Prevention, care and more
Jan 7, 2026Fall and winter in Michigan brings prime flu season. It's important to pay extra attention to prevention, symptoms and treatment to keep yourself from getting sick.
The surprising health benefits of early holiday decorating
Jan 7, 2026Many Michiganders are already thinking about – and decorating for – the holiday season. If that sounds like you, it could be great for your health.