LANSING – As Michigan continues to record high numbers of COVID-19 cases, new data from the Michigan Health & Hospital Association (MHA) proves that the majority of Michigan residents severely sick with COVID-19 are unvaccinated. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) ...
Aspirus Health is receiving high call volumes to its COVID-19 Call Center and callers are experiencing longer wait times. Community members are reminded that appointments for COVID-19 vaccinations and testing can be scheduled online via the MyAspirus patient portal. Go online to myaspirus.org or download the mobile app to access scheduling options. The portal also offers the fastest way to get your COVID-19 test results. You do not need to be an existing Aspirus patient and signing up for an account is easy if you don’t already have one. Thank you for your understanding and ...
LANSING – With the holiday season upon us, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is reminding Michiganders about long-term care visitation guidance designed to protect residents from COVID-19 while still allowing for visitation from family and friends. MDHHS has updated its guidance based on recent changes to Centers for Medicaid and Medicare recommendations. “Long-term care residents receive physical, emotional and spiritual support by visiting with their family and friends, particularly during the holiday season,” said Elizabeth Hertel, MDHHS director. ...
WAUSAU, Wis. – COVID-19 cases continue to surge throughout the Midwest according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This will increase the need to treat those who become severely ill from the virus. Studies on antiviral pills from Pfizer and Merck have yielded promising results combating the worst outcomes of COVID-19. Those treatments still need approval by federal regulators before being available to the public. Throughout the pandemic, Aspirus Health has worked to offer local access to advanced treatments. For example, Aspirus began using monoclonal antibody ...
LANSING – With the increasing rise in COVID-19 and flu cases, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) will be issuing a face mask advisory and offering guidance to keep loved ones safe and prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses during the holidays. MDHHS will issue a Public Health Advisory that recommends everyone over the age of two should wear a face mask at indoor gatherings regardless of their vaccination status. In addition, establishments should implement a policy to ensure that all persons entering or seeking services, including employees, wear a mask. ...
LANSING – While the COVID-19 Omicron variant has not been detected in the state, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is monitoring for it and advising residents that the presence of variants makes it even more important to get vaccinated, including the booster does to increase protection, wear masks and take other precautions. “Ensuring that as many Michiganders as possible are vaccinated remains the best protection we have against COVID-19 – including variants of concern,” said Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, Michigan’s chief medical executive. “We are asking ...
