Michigan’s Governor Whitmer Launches Free Birth Control Program, Expanding Access to Family Planning

October 24, 2024October 24, 2024

Governor Whitmer’s “Take Control of Your Birth Control” initiative launches in November, providing free contraception and educational resources to Michiganders. Funded by $5.6 million, the program aims to improve reproductive health access, eliminate financial barriers, and empower individuals with family planning resources across the state.

Pain-Free or Addicted? U-M’s $3.6M Mission to Fix Opioid Prescribing

October 14, 2024October 14, 2024

The University of Michigan has received a $3.6 million NIH grant to study post-surgery pain relief in opioid-dependent patients. Led by Mark Bicket, the five-year initiative aims to develop guidelines that reduce opioid misuse while managing pain effectively. The research addresses challenges faced by the 2.5 million Americans with opioid use disorder.

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Michigan’s Governor Whitmer Launches Free Birth Control Program, Expanding Access to Family Planning

Pain-Free or Addicted? U-M’s $3.6M Mission to Fix Opioid Prescribing

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