Health Archives – Page 56 of 123

Joyanne Huston-Swanson, community relations for the Kent District Library, works with a wi-fi hotspot that is available for checkout at the library. Patrons have used the hotspots to access telehealth appointments, among other needs.

Telehealth expansion has made health care more accessible during the pandemic – but not for everyone

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April 15, 2021

Michiganders who are older, live in rural areas, or have income challenges may have trouble navigating, accessing, or affording the technology they need to keep their telehealth appointments.

UTHSC to host virtual addiction symposium for health care professionals and the public, May 4

By Sarah Rushakoff

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Health

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April 14, 2021

Lj Abraham is the founder of 901 Community Fridges. Abraham launched the organization in January to help bridge the food gap for Memphians in need. (Sarah Rushakoff)

901 Community Fridges is feeding a need and looking to grow

By Sarah Rushakoff

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Health

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April 5, 2021

Second graders at Petoskey’s Central Elementary School practice mindfulness in 2019.

Meals and mindfulness: How Michigan schools are connecting nutrition and behavioral health

By Estelle Slootmaker

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Education

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April 1, 2021

In northwest Michigan, educators, mental health professionals, and food service directors are teaming up to support the children they serve by connecting the dots between good nutrition and good mental health.