Factors and indicators which contribute to improved health are moving in the correct direction, including immunizations, preventative services, air quality, and smoking. More children have health insurance coverage and fewer have elevated blood lead levels compared to previous years. High school and college graduation rates increased and violent crime rates decreased. The incidence rates of cancer and syphilis decreased. The broader indicators of life expectancy and infant mortality also moved in the right direction.

An increasing demand for public health services continues to exist within an uncertain financial environment.  This document provides information on many state initiatives to support better health in local communities and statewide.

Review any section of the report by selecting a link below, or to view the report in its entirety (click here) .

2003 edition of the Critical Health Indicators report: [PDF file]
2007 edition of the Critical Health Indicators report: [PDF file]
2009 edition of the Critical Health Indicators report: [PDF file]

For more information regarding this report, please contact:

Michigan Department of Community Health
Health Planning and Access to Care Section
Capiol View Building, 7^th Floor
201 Townsend Street
Lansing, Michigan 48913
Ph. (517) 241-2966
HPAC@michigan.gov

Last updated 12/2010

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