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Contents of a farm share box from The Farm at Trinity Health Ann Arbor.

Trinity Health and Michigan community groups will make fresh, local food a Medicaid benefit

A new Trinity Health initiative will allow people in the Ann Arbor, Detroit, and Grand Rapids areas to access fresh, affordable produce from local organizations through their Medicaid health plans.

Ferris State taps public health dentist to launch Michigan’s first dental therapy program

Dr. Deborah Brown will lead Michigan's first dental therapy program at Ferris State, preparing providers to improve access to routine dental care.

Cherry Health teledentistry pilot helps patients overcome dental care barriers

Cherry Health's teledentistry pilot uses virtual visits to reduce fear and connect underserved patients with dental care.

Leadership program helps dental directors improve care in underserved communities

Program supports dental leaders in Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana with skills to manage clinics, improve care, and advocate for underserved patients.

How a sisterhood of dentists is expanding public health across Metro Detroit

A collective of African American women dentists delivers public health care, mentorship, and trust to underserved patients across Detroit, Wayne County, and Macomb County.

Health center trains local residents as dental assistants to fill workforce gaps

HealthLinc, a federally qualified health center, covers training costs while preparing local residents for dental assistant jobs, strengthening workforce pipelines and expanding access to care.

A volunteer stocks the food club at Community Action House in Holland, Mich.
New campaign seeks to reduce Michigan businesses’ food waste by doubling food donations

A new initiative led by the nonprofit Michigan Sustainable Business Forum is seeking to double the amount of food that Michigan businesses donate to food banks and rescues.

Health equity, representation drive dentist’s mission

Once inspired by a high school mentor, Dr. Michele Bloxson now advances health equity through public dentistry and trauma-informed care.

The Davies Project expands care by connecting families to oral health

With Delta Dental Foundation’s support, The Davies Project, based in Lansing, removes transportation barriers, helping families access dental care as well as critical medical appointments for seriously and chronically ill children and expectant women.

Detroit Schools Health Hubs
How one school system bridges the care gap with innovative Health Hubs

Detroit’s Health Hubs embed medical, behavioral, and dental care inside schools, ensuring students receive essential services and thrive in class.

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