How do you decide whether to search by protein, cDNA, or genomic position? And how does Mastermind treat those inputs differently? In this blog, we explore strategies for searching single nucleotide variants (SNVs) and ways to get optimal results, written by Mastermind expert Denice Belandres.
LANSING, MI – Sparrow Forensic Pathology Services has released its Q3 report on drug-related deaths in the seven counties in which Sparrow serves as Medical Examiner.
October was Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but the holidays are a good time to remind folks of good news too!
LANSING, MI – During Breast Cancer Awareness Month doctors say early detection is key to successful outcomes. After becoming a breast cancer survivor herself, Linda King, a caregiver at Sparrow who schedules patients for mammograms, is now sharing her story to encourage others to get those live-saving tests.
WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Senate has unanimously passed U.S. Senator Gary Peters’ (MI) bipartisan legislation to strengthen federal efforts to expand domestic manufacturing of semiconductor chips. Peters’ Securing Semiconductor Supply Chains Act – which he reintroduced with U.S. Senators Rick Scott (R-FL), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), and Jon Tester (D-MT) – would direct the U.S. Department of Commerce’s SelectUSA program, in collaboration with other federal agencies and state economic development organizations, to develop strategies that would attract investment in U.S. semiconductor manufacturers and supply chains.
Responses accepted through Dec. 31, 2023
EATON COUNTY, MI – Eaton County Emergency Management wants to hear from residents by year’s end as it plans for the area’s readiness and response to future hazards.
As part of its preparation for a 2024-2025 strategic plan, the Emergency Management Department encourages all residents, businesses and organizations in Eaton County to complete a brief questionnaire found at www.eatoncounty.org/civicalerts. Completed responses are due Dec. 31, 2023, for consideration in the multi-year plan.
CHARLOTTE, MI – Sparrow Eaton Hospital honored a highly skilled nurse with the DAISY Award for her compassionate care, outstanding nursing skills, and always putting patients first.
Surgical Department nurse Kailea Cairns, RN, was named a DAISY Award honoree based on a nomination from a patient for her efficiency and highly skilled care, stating she was kind and helped her to relax during a not-so-relaxing procedure.
Peters’ Provision Advances as Part of the SUPPORT Act; Bipartisan Legislation Aimed at Addressing the Opioid Epidemic
WASHINGTON, DC – A bipartisan provision led by U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) to expand access to opioid addiction treatment for adolescents has advanced in the Senate as part of the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act. The bipartisan SUPPORT for Patient Reauthorization Act would reauthorize federal funding for numerous opioid prevention, education, coverage, and treatment programs to help address the ongoing opioid epidemic that has devastated communities in Michigan and across the country. Peters’ provision in the SUPPORT Act – based off his Youth Prevention and Recovery Reauthorization Act – would reauthorize funding specifically for the Youth Prevention and Recovery Initiative. Peters established this initiative through legislation he authored into law in 2018 to make an existing substance abuse treatment program available for young adults.
Sparrow Eaton offers behavioral health services at AL!VE
CHARLOTTE, MI – Sparrow Eaton Hospital now offers behavioral health services at AL!VE, collaborating closely with behavioral health consultants from Sparrow primary care offices as well as other local physicians.
Gov. Whitmer signed into law Dec. 6 House Bills 4520 and 4521, which increase the penalties for assaulting a healthcare worker or volunteer. Now referred to as Public Acts 271 and 272 of 2023, the financial fines are doubled for those found guilty of assault towards a healthcare worker or volunteer.
ST. JOHNS, MI – Mariah Hesse, chief nursing officer at Sparrow Carson and Clinton hospitals, has been named Michigan’s 2023 “Community Star” by the National Organization of State Office of Rural Health (NOSORH).
Hesse was nominated by the Michigan Center for Rural Health, in conjunction with the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) and National Rural Health Day (NRHD).
