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Our migrant program works with a number of organizations to provide services for Michigan’s migrant and seasonal farmworkers.
A federal program which helps persons admitted into the U.S. as refugees to become self-sufficient after their arrival.
Universal caseload, or task-based processing, is a different way of handling public assistance cases.
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MDHHS and partners support a continuum of prevention services. The continuum is inclusive of primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention activities. Visit this page to learn more.
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The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services' (MDHHS) Division of Environmental Health (DEH) uses the best available science to reduce, eliminate, or prevent harm from environmental, chemical, and physical hazards.
Resources and information to assist in assuring firearm safety for families in the state of Michigan.
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Inherited mutations, or changes, in a person's genetic information can cause some types of cancer. When a person carries one of these genetic changes, that person is at an increased risk for developing certain forms of the disease. Since these gene changes are often passed down from one generation to the next within a family, relatives of that individual may also have a higher risk for cancer.
An individual's family and personal health history can provide signs of hereditary cancer. These signs include:
HBOC/BRCA and Lynch Syndrome
Michigan's Cancer Genomics Program currently focuses on the two most common syndromes that cause hereditary cancer: Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer (HBOC), which is due to changes in the BRCA genes; and Lynch Syndrome (LS), which is associated with higher risks of endometrial, ovarian, colorectal, and other types of cancer.
Many individuals and their family members who are at increased risk for these cancers may benefit from genetic counseling and earlier or more intense tumor screening and intervention.
Based on published literature and Michigan data, the following groups of adults are at greatest risk for hereditary cancers and are in most need of additional access to cancer genetic services in Michigan:
Michigan's Public Health Approach to Cancer Genomics
Cancer genomics was first identified as a priority in Michigan’s 2000-2002 statewide needs assessment and ensuing state genetics plan.
As a result of collaboration among the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Cancer Prevention and Control Section (CPCS), Michigan Cancer Surveillance Program (MCSP), Michigan Cancer Consortium (MCC) and clinical cancer genetic providers, the Michigan Cancer Genetics Alliance (MCGA) was established in 2002. The MCGA is a statewide association with over 140 members who strive to promote the appropriate application of genomics to improve cancer detection, prevention and treatments in Michigan.
In 2008, MDHHS was awarded a cooperative agreement with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to create a comprehensive program to promote the adoption of appropriate cancer genomics practices by health care providers in the state. Since then, the program has received additional funding from the CDC for activities related to young breast cancer survivors (YBCS) and their relatives; BRCA surveillance, education, and health plan policy; colorectal cancer and Lynch Syndrome.
MDHHS Cancer Genomics Cooperative Agreements with CDC:
MDHHS also partners with other funded projects to promote cancer genomics best practices, including:
State Resources
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Support Groups
For patient support and information, you may want to visit:
Contact Us
Order cancer genomics resources.
If you have questions, call the MDHHS Genetic Information Line at 1-866-852-1247 or email genetics@michigan.gov. For cancer genetic counseling and testing services in your area, visit the Directory of Clinical Cancer Genetic Services in Michigan.
Genomics and Genetic Disorders Section
Lifecourse Epidemiology and Genomics Division
P.O. Box 30195
333 S. Grand Avenue
Lansing, Michigan 48909-30195
Funding for this program was made possible (in part) by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The views expressed in written materials, publications, or webpages do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, nor does the mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
Last updated: 6/23/2022