Michigan HHS Dept

@MichiganHHS

Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services administers dozens of programs to improve the health, safety and prosperity of state residents.

Lansing, Michigan michigan.gov/mdhhs Joined July 2009

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November is Carbon Monoxide (CO) Safety Awareness Month and @MichiganHHS, @michiganLARA and @MichStatePolice remind residents of the dangers of CO and urge them to take preventive steps to protect themselves and their loved ones.

Learn more: bit.ly/4izGuZW.

The image features a split design with a top blue section containing the text "MDHHS NEWS" in white and green. Below, there is an indoor scene showing a wall with an electrical outlet and a safety device installed. Nearby, a large plant with broad green leaves is visible.

A green and white graphic with the text "MDHHS NEWS." Below, it reads, "Michigan agencies remind residents of carbon monoxide poisoning risks.

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Learn how to spot mouth cancer by regularly checking for unusual changes in your mouth. Understand risk factors, recognize warning signs and detect mouth cancer early.

For more information, visit bit.ly/4iOLE47.

This image features a person receiving a dental examination with a dentist using an instrument to check their mouth. Text highlights that November is Mouth Cancer Action Month, encouraging regular checks for unusual changes in the mouth. The background includes dental-themed graphics.

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You cannot see, taste or smell carbon monoxide (CO). The only way to know CO is present is with a CO detector. Make sure you have working CO detectors to alert you of CO and test them monthly.

Learn more about CO at Michigan.gov/CarbonMonoxide.

The image is an informational poster titled "Mythbusters of Carbon Monoxide." On the left, under "Myth," it states "I will smell CO if there is a leak in my home," with a blue and orange burst design. On the right, under "Fact," it states "CO is called the 'Invisible Killer,' because it is colorless and odorless. CO detectors alert you of CO," in a blue and orange speech bubble. The bottom features logos for Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and LARA.

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Doula services became eligible for Medicaid reimbursement in January 2023. As of July 2026, there are over 1,200 doulas listed on the MDHHS Doula Registry, over 900 of which are Medicaid-enrolled providers.

Michigan.gov/Doula

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High or low glucose levels are a risk factor for retinopathy of prematurity, a leading cause of childhood blindness. Research supported by the BioTrust for Health is exploring a new A1C test to better understand glucose control in newborns.

More info: Michigan.gov/BioTrust

A poster from MDHHS with the heading "Did You Know?" in large text. The message states: "High or low blood glucose can affect a newborn's developing eyes. BioTrust-supported research is exploring new ways to understand glucose control in newborns." The background is blue with a pattern of question marks.