As states limited or banned #abortion access, Michigan swung its doors open. The result: a jump in out-of-state visits by Ohioans and others to end their pregnancies. bit.ly/3rswhGg

Michigan bald eagles soar back from near-extinction bit.ly/44IlaYi

A bright and talked young man - dead by suicide. His parents - fueled by grief. A plan to save others - now approved along a tranquil slice of southeast Michigan. bit.ly/3DmKoj8

A new COVID variant genetically drifted in significant ways. But - and this is important - we don't know if it's more dangerous. It may be. It may be, too, that its genetics snuff out this version. 4 words: We. Just. Don't. Know. Fifth word: Yet. bit.ly/3P1tOMi

In health care, "time is tissue," as they say. Not great news then, to hear Michigan's #workershortage problems are hitting the very people who respond to our 911 calls. bit.ly/3KOro17

As Bridge Michigan continues its look at #workershortages, Michigan Health Council has been looking at the health care roles most needed through 2023. Check it out: mhc.org/the-index

Michigan may bring back its blue and black, retro cool, license plates bit.ly/44NvDBq

New COVID shot approved, could be in Michigan this week. What to know bit.ly/3Pj0dNk

In Lansing this morning: bit.ly/3Lp4kqe

Trippin’ news: Michigan researchers study health role of ‘magic mushrooms’ bridgemi.com/michigan-healt… via Bridge Michigan Robin Erb

Some see 'shrooms as a key in mental health and maybe pain control. The therapeutic promise of psychedelics is a growing research focus at University of Michigan and elsewhere. bit.ly/3sXqc5I

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How long is your wait to see the doctor? Days? Weeks? Ugh ... more?!? Here's a shot at building out our doctor supply over the next five years, especially for Michiganders who might go without. Thx for the time, Michigan Primary Care Association. bit.ly/3GkWf2P

Detroit agency launches mobile mental health unit. Can it slow a revolving door? bit.ly/3vrHxF5

His Ph.D. was as "a poor, hopeless drunk," he says. Now, he and his partner, Virginia, hit the streetse each day as part of a Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network mobile solution to Michigan's #mentalhealthcare crisis. bit.ly/3S9tGMD

Shout-out to Bridge Michigan and other media outlets that invest in their staff. And props, too, to Association of Health Care Journalists for #AHCJ2024. It's great to be here with so many smart, passionate journos and advocates.

How many abortions in Michigan? The state can’t say under new law bridgemi.com/michigan-healt… via Bridge Michigan Robin Erb

ACLU challenges Michigan’s ban on Medicaid-funded abortions bridgemi.com/michigan-healt… via Bridge Michigan Jordyn Hermani (🔈: "HermanE”) Robin Erb

A whopping $1.6 billion (yes, with a "b") destined for Michigan in #opioidsettlement funds. Wasting it would be tragic; spending it wisely will save lives. Ron French and I will stay on top of it; we want to hear from you. Folo our stories: bit.ly/3zwR7bx

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