Michigan Hospital Expanding, Opening New Emergency Room
It’s always great to see a Michigan hospital expanding into new areas, especially if that means servicing an area that doesn’t have a large hospital. Now, a Michigan hospital is expanding and opening a new emergency room in an area that currently doesn’t have one.
Michigan Hospital Expanding
Emergency rooms are an important part of any hospital network. They provide the quickest care to the widest range of people. These days, going to the emergency room can mean a really long wait, though. I’ve heard stories of people waiting at local emergency rooms for hours and hours before finally getting seen. That’s because there’s so much demand for health care right now. Now, one Michigan hospital is building a new emergency room in an area that needs one.
McLaren Health has announced that it will build a new emergency room in Grand Ledge. The emergency center will have 17 rooms and also offer imaging, lab services and primary care providers. The building will be located on the corner of Nixon road and Saginaw Highway, and McLaren will start developing the area this summer. If all goes well, McLaren says they’ll hope to open the new location in the fall of 2025.
According to McLaren, the new emergency center is part of a larger Michigan incentive to expand more into the community. “In a true medical emergency, the time to care is critical and can be a significant factor in the patient’s outcome,” Kirk Ray, McLaren Greater Lansing President and CEO, said in a statement. “With this development in Grand Ledge, those residents will now have a level of care located in their community that it had never had before, along with a number of other services to bolster its overall well-being. This is a community we are thrilled to serve, and we are proud to be in the position to do so.”
5 Surprising Symptoms People Ignore Most When They're Sick
Cold sweats or Chills
Chills and cold sweats can be uncomfortable. Chills feel like a sudden wave of cold running through your body, making you shiver. Cold sweats, on the other hand, are when you start sweating but your skin feels cold and damp instead of warm. Some people may not immediately associate these symptoms with something serious. They might attribute them to temporary factors such as being in a cold environment or wearing too many layers of clothing. People may underestimate the significance of cold sweats or chills, especially if they are not accompanied by other noticeable symptoms. They may assume it’s just a passing discomfort that doesn’t require medical attention.
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Fever
When you have a fever, your body temperature rises above its normal range, which is typically around 98.6°F (37°C). Fevers can vary in severity and may range from mild to high-grade, depending on the underlying cause. Sometimes, people ignore a fever for a few reasons. They might think it’s just a common cold or flu and believe it’ll go away on its own. It’s important to remember that a fever can be a sign that the body is fighting an infection or an underlying health condition.
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Body Aches
When you experience body aches, you may feel soreness, tenderness, or a general sense of discomfort in your muscles, joints, or other areas. People may dismiss body aches because they may think it’s just a normal part of everyday life and not something to be concerned about. Some may believe their body aches are due to factors like physical exertion, tiredness, or overexertion during exercise. Also, if someone has experienced them before and they have resolved on their own.
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Green Mucus
Some people may believe that the color of mucus is not a reliable indicator of an illness. While green mucus can be associated with certain infections or respiratory conditions, it’s not always a definite sign of a serious problem. People may assume that it’s normal and will resolve on its own.
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Serious Cough
This kind of cough can disrupt your daily life, mess with your sleep, and leave you feeling exhausted. People ignore serious coughs for a few reasons. Some think it’ll go away on its own or believe it’s just a minor issue like a cold or allergies. Others worry about the cost or hassle of going to the doctor. There’s also the fear of getting a serious diagnosis that can make people hesitant to seek help.
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