More than 50 Michigan hospitals are coming together to improve outcomes in maternal health, behavioral health and chronic disease through new community benefit collaboratives. Each collaborative will be tailored to meet the unique needs of a hospital based on size, resources and patient populations. The collaboratives are supported by funding from the Michigan Health Endowment Fund, with program evaluations facilitated by Public Policy Associates. To learn more, visit the MHA Community Benefit webpage.- The MHA Human Resources (HR) & Workforce Council met Sept. 25 to discuss current HR priorities and review its role in advancing the mission of the MHA and the role of human resource leaders. Members provided feedback on current workforce-related legislative efforts and shared valuable insights with colleagues during a round-table session addressing 2025-2026 priorities, innovative ideas, lessons learned and more. Members with questions may contact Ken Krapohl at the MHA.
- MHA Endorsed Business Partner (EBP) SunRx is hosting a 340B Regulatory Brief webinar Nov. 4 at 2 p.m. EDT with Bharath Krishnamurthy, health policy & analytics, American Hospital Association. In the session they will share valuable insights for consideration for 340B pharmacy strategy. MHA members with 340B entities are encouraged to register. Members may contact Dwayne Dodd, regional manager, SunRx for more information. Members seeking information about the MHA’s EBP program may contact Rob Wood at the MHA.
- The American Hospital Association (AHA) is accepting applications for the 2026 Dick Davidson NOVA Award. The award recognizes hospitals and health systems that demonstrate outstanding collaboration with community partners to improve health outcomes and community well-being. This annual award will honor up to five organizations, who will be recognized at the AHA Healthier Together Conference, May 12-14, 2026, in Dallas. Members are encouraged to apply by Oct. 14 and can visit the AHA’s NOVA webpage for more details.
