McLaren Health Management Group

11/06/2025

November marks National Hospice and Homecare Month, a special time to recognize the incredible professionals who provide comfort, guidance, and compassion to patients and families every day.

At McLaren Health Management Group, we are proud of our team’s commitment to delivering care that honors each person’s dignity, supports families through challenging times, and brings peace and reassurance when it matters most.

Discover how our hospice and homecare teams continue to make a meaningful difference for families in their time of need: https://mclarenhealthcare.org/4gLkyqk.

10/31/2025

WHAT'S GOING AROUND?— Each week, we ask our ER physicians what ailments and conditions are commonly being seen in our Emergency Room.

THIS WEEK, Dr. Osama Fashho, an emergency physician with McLaren, reports:

Upper Respiratory
There has been a significant increase in pediatric patients receiving treatment for an upper respiratory infection and symptoms of cough, congestion, and sore throat.

Gasto
Common for this time of year, gastroenteritis has been trending among pediatric and adult patients, with symptoms of nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Allergies
Though late in the season, many asthma sufferers are continuing to experience varying degrees of complications caused by allergies and other environmental irritants.

Injuries
Even with weather cooling, there continue to be a steady volume of patients seeking treatment for orthopedic and soft tissue injuries in the trauma center.

10/29/2025

McLaren Health Care is bringing lab services closer to you! With online reservations available and new locations added, accessing quality lab work has never been easier. Our McLaren Labs offer multiple convenient locations near Macomb, including our new Lenox Lab.

Reserve your lab appointment today at https://mclarenhealthcare.org/4o5EEAf.

10/28/2025

McLaren Hospice sincerely thanks everyone who attended Hops for Hospice.

Thank you to the generous sponsors and amazing volunteers whose time and support helped make this event a success.

Together, your contributions make it possible to continue providing comfort, care, and peace to McLaren Hospice patients and their families. Your support truly makes a difference!

To learn more about McLaren Hospice, visit www.mclaren.org/main/hospice.

10/27/2025

Cold and flu season is here, and symptoms can strike at any time. Don’t let them slow you down.

With McLarenNow Virtual Care, you have 24/7 access to healthcare providers who can diagnose, treat, and prescribe medication, all through your phone, tablet, or computer. Whether it’s a fever, chills, or a cough that won’t quit, relief is always just a click away.

Visit https://www.mclaren.org/main/mclaren-now-virtual-visit to learn more about McLarenNow.

10/24/2025

Your mental health is just as important as your physical health. Whether you're managing stress, anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed, support is available and you're not alone. McLaren Health Care offers compassionate, confidential Behavioral Health Services to help you take control of your mental well-being. Take the first step!

Your mental health is just as important as your physical health. In fact, caring for your emotional and psychological well-being plays a vital role in how you feel, function, and live every day. At McLaren Health Care, we believe that mental health matters, and we're here to provide guidance, s...

10/22/2025

This week, we proudly celebrate our dedicated McLaren Health Management Group pharmacy team members who work tirelessly to ensure safe and effective care for our patients.

Their expertise, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence play a vital role in every patient’s journey toward better health. Thank you for making a difference every single day.

To learn more about our pharmacy services visit https://www.mclaren.org/main/pharmacy.

10/21/2025

Thank you to the wonderful sponsors and everyone who joined Barks and Brews at Tri-City Brewing Company!

Your generous support made this event a wonderful success and helps McLaren Hospice continue delivering compassionate care to patients and their cherished pets through the Pet Peace of Mind program.

To learn more about McLaren Hospice, visit www.mclaren.org/main/hospice.

10/20/2025

October is National Physical Therapy Month, and we’re proud to recognize the impact of our McLaren Home Care physical therapists. Whether it’s regaining strength after surgery, improving balance to prevent falls, or building mobility after an illness, our team creates personalized recovery plans right in the comfort of home.

Their goal is simple: to help patients safely return to the activities they love, while supporting independence and confidence every step of the way.

Learn more about McLaren Home Care services: https://www.mclaren.org/main/home-care

10/17/2025

WHAT'S GOING AROUND?— Each week, we ask our ER physicians what ailments and conditions are commonly being seen in our Emergency Room.

THIS WEEK, Dr. Evan Coyne, an emergency physician with McLaren, reports:

Viral upper respiratory
While viral upper respiratory infections, with symptoms of congestion, runny nose, and persistent cough, continue to be a common condition treated in the emergency department, though those instances are trending downward. These viral conditions have largely tested negative for influenza, pneumonia, and COVID-19.

Gastro
Common throughout the colder months, patients experiencing a viral gastroenteritis infection and symptoms of nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, have begun to be diagnosed in greater volumes.

Injuries
Orthopedic and soft tissue injuries continue to be a very common condition treated in the trauma center, with youth sports athletes the most frequently cared for.

10/03/2025

Thank you to our Hops for Hospice Band Sponsor and Coffee Sponsor, supporting McLaren Hospice: Christopher M. Wouters Family Foundation and Pollock-Randall & Marysville Funeral Homes.

Hops for Hospice is taking place tonight, Friday, October 3 at War Water Brewery/Distillery in St. Clair. All proceeds benefit through McLaren Homecare and Hospice Foundation. To purchase tickets in advance, visit https://mclarenhealthcare.org/4gZ29rR. Tickets $50in advance. $60at door.

10/03/2025

WHAT'S GOING AROUND?— Each week, we ask our ER physicians what ailments and conditions are commonly being seen in our Emergency Room.

THIS WEEK, Dr. Stephanie Hernandez, an emergency physician with McLaren, reports:

Injuries
There have been steady, high volumes of mostly pediatric patients seeking care in the emergency and trauma center for orthopedic and soft tissue injuries mainly sustained during athletics.

URI
While testing negative for the flu, RSV, or COVID, there has been a significant uptick in the number of patients seeking care for a viral upper respiratory infection and symptoms of congestion, persistent cough, and sore throat.

COVID-19
There has been a slight but noticeable increase in patients testing positive for COVID-19, though the vast majority of patients have experienced mild symptoms.

Allergies/Asthma
Asthma sufferers have been seeking treatment for breathing complications brought on my allergies.