health care

Officials say Munson's new plan comes amid ongoing post-pandemic challenges, like staffing issues and inflation.

Hiland Cottage is owned and operated by McLaren Northern Michigan. But it was built in the early 2000s thanks to grassroots fundraising.

Residents gave more than an hour of public comment, both supporting and condemning the county’s decision to have Ginop removed from the Board of Health.

Listening sessions took place around the time the board became divided over whether to apply for a school nutrition grant from the Michigan Health Endowment Fund.

Munson Healthcare, Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Authority, and other partners will use $5 million in federal funds to develop the Grand Traverse Center for Mental Wellness.The Center for Wellness will bring existing mental health services under one roof. It's part of a three-phase project to expand mental health services.

Unlike registered nurses, practical nurses only require a certificate rather than an associate's or bachelor's degree.

Todd Burch held the top role at the health care system since 2019. McLaren has hospital and clinic branches in Petoskey, Cheboygan, Gaylord and Rogers City.

The contenders for Michigan’s 1st congressional district list healthcare as a priority. This year, Republican incumbent Jack Bergman is challenged by Dr. Bob Lorinser from Marquette.

A state Senate committee has issued a subpoena to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services for documents related to its COVID-19 response.

In a January Gallup poll, voters ranked health care the top issue for the upcoming U.S. presidential election. As Michigan votes in its presidential…