Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
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Recent News About Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
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Two Michigan Department of Health and Human Services leaders have resigned their posts
After more than a decade of federal court oversight, things seem to be improving in the child protection wing of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), but two leaders who helped facilitate the improvement are now gone.
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Has the spread of COVID-19 slowed due to health restrictions in Michigan?
Michigan has instituted several COVID-19 health orders that have helped slow the progress of the virus, but Bridge Michigan reported that they can't definitively say how much.
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Liquor licenses pulled from Michigan bars and restaurants for violating COVID-19 regulations
The suspension of liquor licenses of three restaurants and bars that violated COVID-19 regulations was announced recently by the Michigan Liquor Control Commission (MLCC), according to Michigan Capitol Confidential.
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Demand for COVID-19 tests spike ahead of the holidays, bringing delays and shortages
The upcoming Thanksgiving holiday has created a high demand for COVID-19 testing, and those who have put off getting tested before traveling to see loved ones may find themselves unable to get results back in time for the feast.
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Michigan's senior population heavily affected by COVID-19
According to recent data released by Michigan.gov, almost 90% of COVID-19 deaths are individuals older than 65.
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Violators of Michigan's social distancing orders can be fined up to $1,000
If individuals or businesses in Michigan are caught violating social distancing guidelines, the state's Department of Health and Human Services will fine them up to $1,000.