9 Ways to Handle Face Mask Conversations

9 Ways to Handle Face Mask Conversations

A behavioral health expert shares her tips for communicating with those who disagree with wearing masks. At Spectrum Health, we strongly encourage our patients, colleagues and families to wear masks, knowing that this is a key factor in preventing the spread of...
Traveling with Confidence

Traveling with Confidence

When it comes to weather, this summer has been a gorgeous one, allowing plenty of time for safe and socially distant outdoor activities. West Michigan Woman spoke with Dave Lorenz, Vice President, Travel Michigan, to learn more about safely enjoying travel within our...
Faces on the Front Lines: Heroes Behind the Masks

Faces on the Front Lines: Heroes Behind the Masks

The COVID-19 pandemic has turned the world upside down, leaving concern and loss in its wake. Michigan’s first case of the novel coronavirus was diagnosed March 10, 2020. The disruptive, frightening, relentless, highly infectious contagious disease blind-sided...
How to Spring Clean During Quarantine

How to Spring Clean During Quarantine

I’ll have to admit that when the stay-at-home orders were extended, I suddenly felt boredom settling in. Like many others, I’ve started a new hobby, finished a puzzle, baked banana bread (using this delicious recipe from our friends at Egypt Valley Country...