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A year into the pandemic, more and more kids are feeling the mental health strain. In 2020, in the middle of March, it felt like everything changed. Seemingly overnight, safety protocols aimed to slow the explosive and deadly spread of COVID-19 shut down businesses, closed schools and sent everyone to shelter at home. Many adults possessed the skills and ability to adapt to the extraordinary, rapidly changing times. Teens and younger kids, however, were found to have a much more difficult time. “Big and...

Post a photo to show your local health care workers you appreciate their effort When the pandemic's initial spike first invaded the lives of everyone by shutting down businesses and filling up hospitals, the community quickly responded. In an effort to aid their local health care heroes, citizens responded by donating homemade masks, meals and signs of appreciation for their dedication in the face of an overwhelming pandemic. With the initial peak months removed, this current surge falls in line with th...

Has the pandemic made you think twice about seeking medical care? The pandemic has brought about many different feelings as we all continue to live through one of the most unusual times in history. Among the most common, though, have been a sense of depression and anxiety. Unsurprisingly, those anxious feelings have kept people from their healthcare provider, deciding instead to delay or completely forego medical care. Recently, the Journal of General Internal Medicine published a study that convincingl...

Has the pandemic made you think twice about seeking medical care? The pandemic has brought about many different feelings as we all continue to live through one of the most unusual times in history. Among the most common, though, have been a sense of depression and anxiety. Unsurprisingly, those anxious feelings have kept people from their healthcare provider, deciding instead to delay or completely forego medical care. Recently, the Journal of General Internal Medicine published a study that convincingl...

Twenty-six days. That’s how long Tom Johnson spent at McLaren Greater Lansing fighting COVID-19. Johnson was recently discharged after winning his battle against the virus, and he’s sharing his story of survival. Johnson is a member of the Michigan Department of Corrections Fugitive Task Force. He decided to help his fellow officers by taking shifts at McLaren Greater Lansing’s corrections unit when he suddenly passed out. What he didn’t know at the time is that COVID-19 was already taking a toll on his...

The COVID-19 pandemic has made people think about hand-washing, social distancing and even wearing a face mask. But for those who have cancer, these practices have already been a part of everyday life.

The COVID-19 pandemic has placed — seemingly overnight — most of the country under stay-at-home orders as a method to effectively slow the spread of the coronavirus. Understandably, such sudden and drastic changes to everyday life can cause feelings of stress and anxiety, and staying at home can make us long for “a return to normalcy.” Taking steps to ensure your own well-being during this unprecedented time is essential. Recommendations Follow these recommendations (in addition to continuing to follow ...

Given the virtually ubiquitous coverage of the coronavirus on traditional and social media, and the disruption of their day-to-day life, children and teens may be experiencing feelings of anxiety or a level of worry during this ordeal. With efforts to stem the spread of the virus canceling kids’ school and closing many of their favorite places, here are a few ways to talk to your child/children about the virus provided by the National Association of School Psychologists. Consider limiting children’s exp...

As our community works to fight the spread of the coronavirus COVID-19, many people are restricting movement outside the home, whether by physician recommendation or self-imposed. This may lead to worry and anxiety for members of our community. Our care team reminds you to care for your mental health as well as your physical health, following the tips below from the Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration ( samhsa.gov ). What To Expect: Typical Reactions Everyone reacts differently t...