News Summary A former student research assistant at Michigan State University has filed a $100 million lawsuit, claiming her thyroid cancer resulted from exposure to hazardous chemicals during her employment. LingLong Wei alleges negligence in safety protocols while applying dangerous pesticides. MSU asserts its commitment to student safety, but Wei’s
News Summary Four individuals, including two doctors, face federal charges for their involvement in an extensive illegal opioid distribution scheme. The indictment, unsealed in August 2025, alleges that thousands of prescriptions were written without legitimate medical justification, resulting in over $7 million in street value and significant financial ramifications for
News Summary Michigan has launched a relief initiative that will eliminate $144 million in medical debt for over 210,000 residents. This program, announced by Governor Gretchen Whitmer, is a collaboration with Undue Medical Debt to tackle the state’s growing problem of medical debt affecting more than 700,000 adults. Eligible residents
News Summary President Trump’s new tax and spending bill is projected to cost Michigan’s health care system an estimated $15 billion over the next decade, particularly affecting rural hospitals. These facilities, already struggling financially, may see a significant decrease in funding, exacerbated by new Medicaid work requirements that could result
News Summary Recent assessments indicate that three rural hospitals in Michigan are at a high risk of closing due to federal funding cuts stemming from the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act.’ McLaren Central Michigan, the University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Carson City Hospital, and Ascension Borgess-Lee Hospital are particularly vulnerable due
News Summary Northern Michigan hospitals are raising alarms over proposed Medicaid cuts that could significantly reduce funding. With 25% of the state’s population enrolled in Medicaid, rural areas are particularly vulnerable. The cuts risk closing clinics and increasing emergency room wait times, potentially leaving 250,000 residents without insurance. Advocates warn
News Summary Three rural hospitals in Michigan face imminent closure due to severe cuts in Medicaid funding, as reported by the Cecil G. Sheps Center. This crisis stems from a reconciliation bill signed by President Trump that threatens to reduce healthcare access for millions. The hospitals, struggling with financial deficits
News Summary Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has reached a $4.5 million settlement concerning nursing home neglect allegations involving six facilities. The settlement follows a whistleblower lawsuit that revealed severe patient mistreatment, including failure to treat serious health issues and inadequate staffing. Despite denying the accusations, Villa Financial Services and
News Summary In a significant crackdown on health care fraud, more than a dozen individuals in Michigan face charges as part of a nationwide investigation. The Justice Department’s 2025 National Health Care Fraud Enforcement Action has resulted in 324 total charges across the U.S. In Michigan, charges include conspiracy to
News Summary Beacon Health System has successfully acquired Ascension Southwest Michigan, rebranding four hospitals and 35 outpatient clinics. This strategic move affects about 2,700 employees, promising enhanced patient care and operational efficiencies. The acquisition also aims to strengthen healthcare services in Kalamazoo and surrounding areas while navigating some immediate workforce
