Colorectal cancer is one of the most common — and most preventable — cancers in the United States. At Bellaire and East Jordan Family Health Centers, our providers, nurses, and care management team are here to help you understand your risk, choose the right screening...
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is the use of medications, in combination with counseling and behavioral therapies, to provide a “whole-patient” approach to the treatment of substance use disorders. Medications used in MAT are approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and MAT programs are clinically driven and tailored to meet each patient’s needs.
Take Action During National Influenza Vaccination Week from Health Department of Northwest Michigan While fall begins the focus on flu season, December kicks off with National Influenza Vaccination Week, Dec. 5-9. Flu remains a significant public health concern, and...
Health centers are a tiny part of the total 340B program – accounting for only 6% of national 340B sales. But 340B is critical to health centers’ ability to provide affordable drugs & other services to underserved individuals. By lowering how much they must pay...
Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) are treatable, chronic diseases characterized by a problematic pattern of use of a substance or substances leading to impairments in health, social function, and control over substance use. It is a cluster of cognitive, behavioral, and...
WHAT IS BREAST CANCER? Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women, after skin cancer. It is a disease in which cells in the breast grow out of control. Cancer cells can also spread, or metastasize, to other parts of the body. SYMPTOMS TO LOOK FOR?...
Join for Support in Your Journey to Recovery We recognize addiction touches every area of life, our group sessions are a safe place where you can speak honestly and openly without judgement. Share your story and strategies for wellness and get support from your peers....
988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. While some areas may be currently able to connect to the Lifeline by dialing 988, this dialing code will be available to everyone across...
The purpose of the First Responder’s Guide for Behavioral Interventions is to provide community partners with a clear outline of rules, processes, and procedures when responding to behavioral health related emergencies, especially when it intersects with the criminal...
The new National Maternal Mental Health Hotline provides 24/7, free, confidential support, resources and referrals to any pregnant and postpartum mothers facing mental health challenges and their loved ones. The service is available via phone and text in English or...
