Michigan health leaders have announced a new plan that it hopes will reduce the number of new HIV infections by 90% by the year 2030.
“Since 2019, we’ve really learned a lot about what’s possible and about what is needed to really move the work forward,” said Katie Macomber, Director of the Bureau of HIV & STI Programs from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
What was learned then informed the four-step plan they’ve put into motion now.
She explains the first step involves testing.
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“We know one in seven people in Michigan don’t know their HIV status, that they’re infected,” Macomber said.
Michigan health leaders have announced a new plan that it hopes will reduce the number of new HIV infections by 90% by the year 2030. (Copyright 2024 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit – All rights reserved.)
Next is PrEP. To prevent an infection, those who are at a higher risk of contracting the virus can take the medication.
PrEP is covered by insurance and can be taken as a once-daily medication or via injection.
The next step is focusing on those who have HIV.
“Helping people who have HIV stay in care makes them very healthy personally but also helps prevent the spread through others,” said Macomber.
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To help people stay in care, they offer support services such as transportation to doctors’ appointments and a case manager.
The last step is using data to identify where there is a need.
“We’re rapidly responding in communities that have new HIV networks so that we know if there’s a cluster of cases in a given area, we can make sure we’re nimble with data to get resources there whether its increased education, testing, provider desert,” Macomber said.
Another thing health leaders are aiming to do is reduce stigma.
A national study found the stigma that exists surrounding HIV in Michigan is higher than the national average.
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In 2023, 696 people were newly diagnosed with the virus, and another 18,437 people were living with it.
Macomber wants people to know there are plenty of resources available.
“We really want people to know with HIV that it’s a really manageable chronic condition there are a wealth of folks who will care about you, talk to you in a really nonstigmatizing way,” Macomber said.
Click here for more information on testing and services.
Michigan health leaders have announced a new plan that it hopes will reduce the number of new HIV infections by 90% by the year 2030. (Copyright 2024 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit – All rights reserved.)
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The 2026 men’s NCAA Tournament is down to its Sweet 16 and we’ll have a Final Four by Sunday evening. For half of the college stars taking the court this weekend, it’s one final opportuniy to impress NBA teams with their play at full game speed when the lights are brightest as this year’s draft class comes into focus.
The 2026 NBA draft is expected to take place in late June. In USA TODAY’s latest mock draft, Michigan’s Morez Johnson Jr. is expected to go in the first round. Here’s how USA TODAY currently projects the big man’s draft night will play out.
Our draft order is based on ESPN’s projected records and factors in trades, including swaps and protections.
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Morez Johnson Jr. 2026 NBA Draft prediction: Pick No. 25 overall, Los Angeles Lakers
Kalbrosky’s Analysis:
Morez Johnson Jr. is one of the best, most underrated two-way players in the NCAA. He is a crucial part of the Michigan identity this season and has thrived since transferring to the Wolverines from Illinois. Johnson’s shooting form at the free throw line looks good, and he scores well near the rim, especially when cutting to the basket. The former FIBA U-19 Team USA standout and All-Big Ten big man is a trustworthy defensive playmaker, too, and should find minutes at the next level.
Paula Wethington is a digital producer at CBS Detroit. She previously held digital content roles at NEWSnet, Gannett/USA Today network and The Monroe News in Michigan. She is a graduate of the University of South Carolina.
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A pedestrian was struck and died of her injuries early Friday on the Lodge Freeway in Detroit.
Emergency dispatchers started to get calls about 2:30 a.m. about someone who was walking along the Lodge, and then were notified that the person had been struck by a vehicle, the Michigan State Police reported.
When troopers arrived, they found multiple cars stopped along the freeway, and people standing around a woman who was severely injured.
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Detroit EMS pronounced the woman dead at the scene, state police said. She has not yet been identified.
The driver who struck the woman did not stay at the scene.
“Troopers are currently using technology that is available in the area to identify the vehicle involved,” MSP F/Lt. Mike Shaw said.
The Lodge Freeway, also known as M-10, was closed at about 2:46 a.m. Friday between Chicago Boulevard / Hamilton Avenue and Clairmount Street for the investigation and emergency assistance, according to Michigan Department of Transportation reports. The Lodge was reported back open at 6:05 a.m.
Michigan Department of Transportation traffic reports are at the MI Drive site.
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State police said their investigation is continuing. Those who witnessed the crash or have other information are asked to call the MSP Metro South Post at 734-287-5000 or Crime Stoppers of Michigan at 800-SPEAK-UP.
