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Randy Rice: One farmer's vaccine story

Published on April 10, 2024

Randy Rice, owner of Rice Centennial Farm in Benzie County Michigan, reflects on his decision to get vaccinated against COVID-19 and what vaccination has meant to his business and community.
Youth questions about vaccinations: A conversation with Dr. Ida Rubino

Published on April 1, 2024

A group of 4-H Community Health Ambassadors from the Michigan Vaccine Project (MVP) speak to Dr. Ida Rubino, from Corewell Health, about all things vaccination.
My Nursing Story: Kevin Watkins

Published on January 17, 2024

Kevin Watkins, RN, BSN, and Instructor of Nursing at St. Clair Community College in Port Huron, MI, reflects on the COVID-19 pandemic and the importance of getting vaccinated against COVID-19.
My vaccine story: Jim Maturen

Published on December 21, 2023

Retired Michigan State Trooper, avid hunter and conservationist, Jim Maturen, reflects on his experience being hospitalized for COVID-19 and getting vaccinated to prevent a reoccurence.
Safely gathering for the holidays: A conversation with physician Ida Rubino

Published on December 8, 2023

The Michigan Vaccine Project (MVP) spoke with Dr. Ida Rubino from Corewell Health to learn about all of the ways we can gather safely for the holidays, including staying up to date on our vaccinations.
Indigenous Experiences and Perspectives on Immunization

Published on November 29, 2023

The Michigan Vaccine Project team speaks with Joseph Sowmick, Hon.Ph.D., and Susan Sowmick, RN, BSN, from the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe about historical and current Indigenous experiences and perspectives on immunization.
Travel vaccinations a conversation with Dr. Mohamed Satti

Published on October 25, 2023

The MVP team speaks with Dr. Mohamed Satti, Michigan State University's Public Health, Global Studies, and College of Veterinary Medicine, about travel vaccinations.
Back to school vaccinations with nurse practitioner Katie Stanulis

Published on September 16, 2023

The MVP team speak with Katie Stanulis, nurse practitioner with the Sparrow Medical Group, about vaccines for school-age youth.
Ask the Doctor: Addressing Common Vaccine Concerns, Questions, and Myths

Published on August 2, 2023

The MVP team discusses the myths of vaccination with family medicine physician Dr. Allyson Barker. Dr. Barker helps us separate fact from fiction so we can all make informed vaccine decisions for ourselves and our families.
Vaccine Outreach on Beaver Island

Published on July 10, 2023

Follow along with MSU Extension program instructor Katie Parr as she travels to Beaver Island to provide vaccine education to a group of older adults. Along the way Katie learns about the unique healthcare challenges faced by residents on the rural island.
Summer Safety: Vaccines to Consider for Summer Vacations, Sports, Camps, and Programs

Published on July 5, 2023

The Michigan Vaccine Project (MVP) spoke with Dr. Ida Rubino from Corewell Health to learn how routine vaccinations can help keep us safe and healthy during the summertime.
Vaccines While Pregnant and Breastfeeding: A Conversation with Dr. Anita Avery

Published on June 28, 2023

The Michigan Vaccine Project spoke with Dr. Anita Avery from the Michigan State University Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Biology to learn more about vaccinations and maternal health.
All Things Childhood Immunizations with Dr. Ida Rubino

Published on April 28, 2023

A conversation with Dr. Ida Rubino, family medicine practitioner, from Corewell Health. From newborns to teens, we speak with Dr. Rubino about all things childhood immunizations.
Shingles and Chickenpox: A Conversation with Nurse Practitioner Katie Stanulis

Published on March 31, 2023

Did you know that shingles and chickenpox are two different illnesses caused by the same virus? We spoke Katie Stanulis, nurse practitioner, from the Sparrow Medical Group to learn more about the differences between shingles and chickenpox and the role of vaccination in preventing and managing these diseases.The MVP team speaks with Katie Stanulis, nurse practitioner, from the Sparrow Medical Group.
HPV Vaccination: a Conversation with Dr. Sabrina Ford

Published on January 31, 2023

The MVP team speaks with Dr. Sabrina Ford, Associate Professor in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Biology at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine to learn about the human papillomavirus (HPV).
Jase's Story

Published on December 20, 2022

Abby Amesbury, a Boyne City mother, shares her story about how influenza affected her son Jase. Abby is sharing their journey in hopes of showing others the dangers of the flu and the importance of vaccination.
Spread Joy, Not Germs/Respiratory Illness Prevention: a Conversation with Dr. Joshua Myerson

Published on December 20, 2022

The MVP team speaks with Dr. Joshua Myerson, the medical director for the Health Department of Northwest Michigan, DHD#4, and Benzie Leelanau DHD. We discuss RSV, Flu, COVID-19, and more!
How to Gather Safely for the Holidays

Published on November 16, 2022

For guidance on how to prepare and how to talk with family members about what you need to feel safe during the holiday season join us for a conversation with Katie Stanulis, nurse practitioner, from Sparrow Medical Group and Jonathon Novello, social worker, from Michigan State University.
My nursing story: Valerie Pfander

Published on November 1, 2022

Valerie Pfander is a doctorally prepared clinical nurse specialist at Munson Healthcare in Traverse City. After the COVID-19 vaccine was released, Valerie and her team began to see less COVID-19 related hospitalizations, less cases of severe illness, and less deaths.
My nursing story: Susan Pell

Published on November 1, 2022

Susan Pell is a registered nurse at Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial in Newaygo County, MI. Sue has worked tirelessly during the COVID-19 pandemic to treat members of her community.