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Could Lead Be Harming Your Child’s Health? Lead exposure is a health threat to children in Michigan. Lead poisoning can occur when children come into contact with lead. This can be through the air, dust, paint that has lead in it, by drinking contaminated water and through soil. In Michigan, lead exposure is common in older homes. Homes built before 1978 commonly have lead paint in them. This paint can be on walls, doors, cupboards, windows and other high touch areas in the home. Exposure to lead can ca...

Written by: Vanessa Jerusalimiec (*Amsive Digital)  |  Reviewed by: Shelley Wyant  |  *MHP partners with Amsive Digital on news content Medicaid and Prescription Drugs: What Michigan Residents Should Know Access to prescription medications is a big part of your overall health and well-being. But the cost of medications can sometimes make it hard to access the drugs you need. For Michigan residents enrolled in Medicaid, prescription drug coverage offers a range of essential medication...

Written by: Vanessa Jerusalimiec (*Amsive Digital)  |  Reviewed by: Shelley Wyant  |  *MHP partners with Amsive Digital on news content Staying Healthy on Medicaid: Preventive Care Services Available in Michigan Staying healthy is more than getting medical help when you have an illness or injury. It’s about taking proactive steps to prevent illness and chronic health issues before they start. Preventive care can help you boost your overall health and well-being, avoid serious health ...

Written by: Jennifer Gorman (*Amsive Digital)  |  Reviewed by: Shelley Wyant  |  *MHP partners with Amsive Digital on news content Understanding Your McLaren Health Plan: Key Terms and Definitions If you find health insurance terminology confusing, you’re not alone: One in four insured adults say they have trouble understanding some common terms used by their health insurance plans. From coinsurance and out-of-pocket limits to prior authorization and HMOs, it can feel like health pla...

Stop Syphilis The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services recently released that syphilis rates have increased in Michigan. Since 2019, syphilis rates have drastically increased for those aged 20-45 and in heterosexual individuals. In that same time, congenital syphilis cases have increased by more than 200%. Despite the drastic rise in cases of congenital syphilis, only 56% of pregnant individuals on Medicaid received proper prenatal screening in their third trimester, showing the importance o...

Michigan's Childhood Vaccination Rates Drop The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) recently announced that immunization rates in the state of Michigan are at an historic low. As of June 2024, only 67.5% of children ages 19-36 months had completed the recommended doses of the primary childhood vaccine series. MDHHS also stated in more than half of the state, childhood vaccination rates dropped below 70%. MDHHS reported: Statewide, the vast majority of school aged children (90%) asse...

Written by: Vanessa Jerusalimiec (*Amsive Digital)  |  Reviewed by: Shelley Wyant  |  *MHP partners with Amsive Digital on news content Adding A Child to Your Health Insurance After Birth Whether you’re expecting or adopting a baby, you're in the midst of an exciting time! You may be prepping the baby room and getting ready to meet your newest family member. Along with all these other tasks, don’t forget about your child’s health insurance. When to Add Your Child to Your Health Insur...

Written by: Vanessa Jerusalimiec (*Amsive Digital)  |  Reviewed by: Shelley Wyant  |  *MHP partners with Amsive Digital on news content How Moving to a New State Impacts Health Insurance Moving out of state is a major life event. You might be moving to start a new job or be closer to family. As you pack up your home, look for a new house, or find a new school for the kids, your health insurance might be the last thing on your mind. But if you move to a new state, you’ll probably need...

Written by: Vanessa Jerusalimiec (*Amsive Digital)  |  Reviewed by: Shelley Wyant  |  *MHP partners with Amsive Digital on news content Insurance for Freelancers: A Self-Employment Guide to Healthcare Freelancers, consultants, and independent contractors enjoy a lot of flexibility. But if you’re self-employed, you won’t have employer-sponsored health insurance. Medical insurance for self-employed people is essential if you work for yourself. You may opt for basic health care and emer...

Written by: Vanessa Jerusalimiec (*Amsive Digital)  |  Reviewed by: Shelley Wyant  |  *MHP partners with Amsive Digital on news content How to Choose a Family Health Insurance Plan Are you looking for family health insurance plans in Michigan? Finding the best family health insurance plans for your family may require some research. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you choose the right plan for you and your family. Step 1: Use the Health Insurance Marketplace There are several ways...