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Written by: Vanessa Jerusalimiec (*Amsive Digital)  |  Reviewed by: Shelley Wyant  |  *MHP partners with Amsive Digital on news content UTIs in Older Adults: Causes and Treatments Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common and often recurrent problem, particularly in older adults. While treatment options are typically straightforward, UTIs can present unique challenges and complications for older adults. What is a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)? A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an...

McLaren Health Plan Earns NCQA's Health Equity Accreditation As the only Medicaid health plan offered in every county in the lower peninsula, McLaren Health Plan has an obligation to the people of Michigan to be the best we can be at everything we do. That not only means doing what’s right, but going above and beyond when it comes to our members. The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) is a non-profit organization that works to improve the quality of health care in the United States. They us...

Written by: Jennifer Gorman (*Amsive Digital)  |  Reviewed by: Shelley Wyant  |  *MHP partners with Amsive Digital on news content Preventing Varicose Veins As We Age Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted blood vessels that you can see through your skin. Usually, they form on the legs, ankles, or feet , but it’s possible for them to develop on other parts of your body. What Causes Varicose Veins? Varicose veins occur when the valves inside your veins become weak or damaged. Normally, ...

Written by: Vanessa Jerusalimiec (*Amsive Digital)  |  Reviewed by: Shelley Wyant  |  *MHP partners with Amsive Digital on news content Tips to Make the Most Out of Your Doctor's Visit A doctor’s appointment doesn’t have to be stressful. Whether you’re seeing your regular doctor or prepping for an appointment with a new specialist, having a plan can make a big difference. Follow these tips to enjoy better communication with your healthcare providers, use your time wisely, and get bet...

Excerpt below from Crain's Detroit Business McLaren Health Plan sponsors Allen Neighborhood Center to support Lansing’s Eastside | Crain's Detroit Business With a shared commitment to serving communities like Lansing Eastside, McLaren Health Plan began supporting ANC’s programs in 2015—first, as a weekly sponsor of the farmers market, and then starting in 2020, as a sponsor of the Breadbasket program. “ANC’s focus on the social determinants of health falls within McLaren Health Plan’s goals to serve tho...

Written by: Jennifer Gorman (*Amsive Digital)  |  Reviewed by: Shelley Wyant  |  *MHP partners with Amsive Digital on news content How to Prevent Kidney Stones Kidney stones are hard deposits that form inside the kidneys. They’re very common, with about one in 10 women and one in five men developing a stone at some point during their lives. Fortunately, they’re largely preventable through strategies like eating a healthy diet and drinking enough water. Read on for details about how t...

MDHHS partners with Count the Kicks to improve maternal health and birth outcomes through stillbirth prevention program To help reduce infant mortality, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Division of Maternal and Infant Health is partnering with  Count the Kicks , an evidence-based stillbirth prevention program, to educate expectant parents about the importance of paying attention to their baby’s movements in the third trimester of pregnancy. “Programs such as  Count ...

Written by: Vanessa Jerusalimiec (*Amsive Digital)  |  Reviewed by: Shelley Wyant  |  *MHP partners with Amsive Digital on news content What Are Medicaid Waiver Programs? If you or a loved one requires complex medical care, you may be considering moving to a nursing facility. Both Medicare and Medicaid limit the long-term care benefits you can receive at home, but you may have another option. A Medicaid waiver program can help you get the level of care you need, either in the comfort...

MHP Only Health Plan Chosen to Serve Medicaid Members in All Counties in the Lower Peninsula We're excited to announce the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has chosen McLaren Health Plan as the ONLY health plan to serve Medicaid members in all counties in the lower peninsula of Michigan! It’s an honor to be selected once again to offer health care benefits to Medicaid beneficiaries across the state. This award allows us to continue our work toward improving the health and well be...

7th Annual Black Maternal Health Week (April 11-17) It’s the 7 th annual Black Maternal Health Week April 11-17. Founded by BMMA, Black Maternal Health Week is a week of awareness, activism, and community-building aimed at amplifying the voices of Black Mamas, bringing visibility to Black-led maternal health initiatives, and centering the values and traditions of the reproductive and birth justice movements. Did you know? In 2021, the maternal mortality rate for non-Hispanic Black women was 69.9 deaths ...