The Economic Alliance for Michigan

11/25/2025

😔 is common among —and it can take a serious toll on both health and happiness.

Recognizing the warning signs early can help prevent exhaustion and restore balance. You don’t have to do it all alone—help is available. November is so take time and Remember You!

💡 Read more about recognizing and preventing burnout: rememberyourhealth.org/understanding-burnout/

What is burnout? “I’m tired.” This phrase is one that many working parents and caregivers say when someone asks, “How are you?” You feel tired all the time no matter how much sleep you get. Burnout…

11/18/2025

Many adults today are caring for both children and aging parents—caught in what’s known as the “Sandwich Generation.”

Balancing it all can be overwhelming, but you’re not alone. With the right support and planning, it’s possible to find harmony between caregiving and self-care.

Learn strategies to manage it all: rememberyourhealth.org/the-sandwich-generation/

You are a forty-five-year mother with one child in college, one in high school and one in preschool, working full-time and taking care of the household needs which includes the overseeing of chores…

11/14/2025

spend so much time caring for others that their own health often takes a back seat. Scheduling your annual checkups, screenings, and preventive visits can help catch issues early and keep you strong for those who count on you. Don’t delay your own care—your health matters, too. Remember You!

Learn more about preventive care: rememberyourhealth.org/importance-of-preventive-care/

Have you told yourself this: “I don’t have time for an unnecessary doctor’s appointment.” Or perhaps this: “I will go to the doctor when I know I need medicine, or something is just too painful.” C…

11/13/2025

The Leapfrog Group released the Fall 2025 Hospital Safety Grade today. Michigan hospitals ranked 35th in the nation in patient safety ratings, with only 17 hospitals earning an A grade – the lowest ever recorded. Out of the remaining hospitals, 33 earned a B, 22 earned a C, four earned a D, and three earned an F.

“When hospitals make preventable mistakes, it’s patients and employers who end up paying the price — both in lives and in higher healthcare costs. Strengthening patient safety must be a priority, because every preventable error represents a tragedy and an avoidable expense,” said Bret Jackson, President and CEO of EAM.

Read more: https://eamonline.org/2025/11/13/michigans-hospitals-fall-below-average-for-patient-safety/

Discover Michigan's alarming Fall 2025 Hospital Safety Grades, revealing the lowest A grades and its impact on patient safety.

11/11/2025

Thank you to all who have served for our country.

11/06/2025

Employers who support caregiving employees see an increase in productivity and a decrease in burnout.

Investing in employees’ wellbeing leads to stronger teams and a healthier organization overall. Let’s create workplaces that value both performance and people.

Explore employer tools and resources: rememberyourhealth.org/employer-resources/

11/05/2025

💜 Since 2020, over 2 million women have downshifted their careers or left the workforce—many to care for a loved one.

Behind every statistic is a story of strength, sacrifice, and love. Caregivers are the backbone of families and communities, but they deserve support too.

👉 Learn more and find caregiving resources: www.rememberyourhealth.org

11/04/2025

Great resource for new and expecting parents!

Michigan's Women, Infants & Children program, providing supplemental nutrition, breastfeeding information, and other resources for healthy mothers & babies.

11/03/2025

💗 This National Caregivers Month, take a moment to “Remember You.”

Self-care isn’t selfish—it’s essential. Whether it’s a walk, a coffee break, or scheduling a your annual doctor's appoint, self-care is vital for your wellbeing and keeps you healthy so you can keep your family healthy.

🌸 Explore ways to prioritize your own health: www.rememberyourhealth.org

09/09/2025

New survey finds 99% of employers rank drug prices, hospital prices, and high-cost claims as the biggest threats to affordability.

Read more: https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-survey-finds-employers-with-access-to-claims-data-likelier-to-adopt-higher-value-strategies-that-reduce-costs/

Pulse of the Purchaser data shows continued pressure on drug and hospital prices and accelerating shifts to non-traditional PBMs WASHINGTON – SEPTEMBER 9, 2025 – Employers with complete and transparent […]

08/12/2025

The 2025 Women’s Health in the Workplace Symposium will kick off the day with Flower Power: Women’s Health Screenings, moderated by Pam Hannon. The panelists, Dr. Paul Thomas with Plum Health, Dr. Monique Gary with Bexa, and Acacia Strachan from Genentech will cover the importance of health screenings throughout a women’s career and what can do to promote in the .

We are thrilled that the Symposium is offering free on-site health screenings to attendees! Plum Health DPC will be conducting preventive health screenings and Bexa is offering breast ultrasound screenings.
Join us on August 20 in Novi (MI) as we learn how to better support throughout their journey of life.

Learn more and register today for the Symposium and a health screening at www.womenshealthintheworkplace.com

08/06/2025

Thank you to Novo Nordisk for supporting the health of by sponsoring the Women's Health in the Workplace Symposium on August 20 in Novi, MI. Discover ways to better support working women through life’s journey.

Register today! www.womenshealthintheworkplace.com