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MSDH Recognizes International HPV Cancer Awareness Day

The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is recognizing International HPV Cancer Awareness Day on March 4. MSDH is developing a campaign with stakeholders to decrease HPV infections and HPV-related cancers by addressing vaccination coverage and screening rates.

MSDH Provides Free Prenatal Vitamins at County Health Departments

The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is distributing free prenatal vitamins to pregnant women at county health departments. This initiative, part of the 'Saving the Smallest' campaign, aims to improve maternal and infant health outcomes by addressing nutritional needs and increasing access to prenatal care.

MSDH Promotes Colorectal Cancer Prevention and Screening

The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is promoting colorectal cancer prevention and screening during National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. The notice highlights the high incidence of CRC in Mississippi and urges residents to undergo timely screenings and adopt healthier lifestyles.

MSDH and State Board of Health Mourn Elayne Anthony's Passing

The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) and the State Board of Health announced the passing of long-time Board member Elayne Hayes Anthony. Anthony served for nearly 20 years, providing policy direction for MSDH and contributing to public health and higher education in Mississippi.

MDHHS Severe Weather Safety Tips and Resources

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has issued guidance on severe weather safety and preparedness resources. This notice coincides with Severe Weather Awareness Week and provides links to emergency planning, carbon monoxide poisoning prevention, and flood safety information for Michigan residents.

Michigan Behavioral Health Investments and New Psychiatric Hospital

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services announced the upcoming opening of a new psychiatric hospital in Southeast Michigan, slated to open this fall with 264 beds. The state has invested $383.4 million in this project as part of its commitment to expanding behavioral health care services for Michigan families.

MDHHS Launches Phase 2 Juvenile Justice Bed Management Tool

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) announced the launch of phase 2 enhancements to its statewide Juvenile Justice Bed Management Tool. These updates aim to streamline youth placement coordination, improve real-time reporting, and enhance residential treatment matching.

MDHHS Seeks Proposals for Firefighter Health Screenings

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is seeking proposals for a grant opportunity to provide preventive health screenings for firefighters. A total of $3.5 million is available over three years to fund qualified entities for early detection of occupational illnesses.

MDHHS Director Visits Behavioral Health Facilities

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Director Elizabeth Hertel visited Hegira Health and Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network facilities to discuss expanding access to behavioral health care. The visit highlighted investments in psychiatric residential treatment facilities and crisis care campuses, including a $60 million appropriation for DWIHN's Integrated Crisis Care Campus.

LDH Launches Project M.O.M. Catalyst Sites for Mothers

The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) has launched Project M.O.M. (Maternal Overdose Mortality), establishing 11 "catalyst site" hospitals. This initiative aims to improve health outcomes for mothers affected by substance use disorder and their babies by enhancing care coordination and access to treatment.