December Seminar Details Health Benefits of Surgical Weight Loss

December 1, 2020 Northern Michigan residents considering bariatric surgery are invited to attend a free virtual informational seminar on Monday, Dec. 7, from 5 - 6:30 p.m. Michael Nizzi, D.O., F.A.C.O.S., medical director of Munson Medical Center’s Bariatric Program, will discuss surgical options and...

Drive-through flu shots available in Northern Michigan

November 16, 2020 This year’s flu season coincides with the COVID-19 pandemic, increasing the public’s risk for developing a respiratory illness with potentially serious complications.  Fortunately, a safe, effective vaccine already exists for the seasonal flu and is updated each year in...

Prescription for Fruits & Vegetables Available in Several Northern Michigan Communities

November 6, 2020 Residents of Crawford, Missaukee, Manistee, and Wexford Counties can now receive a prescription for free fruits and vegetables, as well as access to free virtual nutrition education through the Fruit & Vegetable Prescription Program.  The program is funded through the Michigan Health...

Rotary Charities Grant Funds Shape Up North, TCAPS Partnership

October 19, 2020 Healthy kids make better learners is the driving premise behind a collaboration between Shape Up North and Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS), as the organizations partner to explore the health and wellness needs of area students and their teachers.   Shape Up North – a...

InBody Scans First Step Toward Successful Weight Loss Goals

December 19, 2019 Northern Michigan residents considering a healthier 2020 are invited to experience discounted InBody scans to start their New Year’s weight-loss journeys. Munson Healthcare’s Healthy Weight Center is offering $30 InBody scans now through Feb. 29, a 25-percent...