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The Utilization Review Accreditation Commission (URAC) has again awarded KSP , McLaren’s Specialty Pharmacy, as a 2024 Specialty Pharmacy Pioneer in URAC’s Leaders in Performance Measurement (LPM) recognition program. As a URAC-accredited organization, this distinction shows that KSP continues demonstrating a commitment to improving health care quality and well-being through performance measurement. As a specialty pharmacy, KSP provides needed medications for patients with complex diseases or whose care...

McLaren Northern Michigan, part of statewide McLaren Health Care, is the beneficiary of a generous $1.875 million grant from The Farmer Foundation and its Trustees Joyce Farmer, Bob Coletti, Scott and Mary Farmer, Amy and George Joseph, and Kendell C. Mountain. The funds will support the renovation of one of the three cardiac catheterization labs at McLaren Northern Michigan, a move that significantly advances the hospital’s commitment to providing world-class cardiac care to northern Michigan. The incr...

The  Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute is gearing up for the third annual Classic Cars for the Cure on Saturday, Sept. 20. Tickets are now available for this high-energy evening highlighting Michigan’s love of automobiles. This year’s event will support cancer research at Karmanos. “We are honored to invite our friends in Detroit, throughout Southeast Michigan and worldwide, to a special event,” Deborah Savoie, Karmanos Cancer Institute Board of Directors, said. “This year’s Classic Cars for th...

With school right around the corner, it’s the perfect time for families to think about healthy snacks and lunches that give kids the fuel they need to learn, grow, and thrive. Good nutrition supports focus, energy, mood, and memory—all critical for classroom success. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics , a well-balanced diet is one of the best tools we have to help children succeed in school. “Children who eat balanced meals are more likely to perform better academically, behave better in cl...

Congratulations go out to Angela Toliver, McLaren Flint's July Outstanding Employee of the Month. Angela is a patient account representative in Outpatient Imaging. Colleagues consider her a go-to person who can always be counted on to go the extra mile and provide support and empathy to patients and their families. "Angela has been the heart of our front desk for more than 20 years. Hers is the first face patients see when they come in, and she has the smile they remember long after they leave,” said he...

If you’re at the age where cancer screenings are recommended—or even overdue—consider this your reminder to get them on the calendar. Just like your yearly checkups with your doctor or dentist, these screenings are an important part of staying on top of your health. Everyone’s needs are a little different, and your primary care provider can help determine exactly which screenings are right for you. Experts at Karmanos Cancer Institute and McLaren Health Care facilities are also here to support you every...

Feeding your baby is a deeply personal journey. For some, breastfeeding feels natural right away. For others, it can be a struggle—or not the right choice at all. Whether you breastfeed, pump, use formula, or combine methods, what matters most is that your baby is fed and your family feels supported. Breast milk offers many well-known benefits: it’s easy to digest, provides ideal nutrition, and contains antibodies that help protect babies from illness. But despite the benefits, breastfeeding can be chal...

Telegram Newspaper According to Steve Kim, M.D., FACS , surgical oncologist and member of the  Sarcoma Oncology Multidisciplinary Team  (MDT) at Karmanos, sarcoma is a rare cancer that is not preventable. He explained some genetic syndromes that have been linked to sarcoma and provided key advice on what to do if diagnosed with this disease. Read the article here .

Dr. Barbara Wolf, who served as the McLaren Health Care Director of Behavioral Health Education and Physician Well-Being, was posthumously recognized in Crain’s Detroit Business’ list of Health Care Heroes for 2025. Recognized as a Corporate Achievements Hero, she spent nearly 30 years at McLaren Flint and McLaren Health Care serving the behavioral health needs of her patients and as well as employees. Among her lasting legacy is Mindful Medicine, a course she designed that develops meditation and mindf...

Summer is a season of fun and outdoor activities, but it also brings unique health risks. From heat-related illnesses to water accidents and sports injuries, knowing the early warning signs can help prevent minor problems from becoming emergencies. Heat Illnesses Can Escalate Quickly When temperatures soar, dehydration becomes a silent threat. Dry lips, dizziness, or the inability to sweat despite the heat are all red flags. “If you stop sweating or feel lightheaded, that’s a sign your body is strugglin...