Author: David Lingholm

I want to be a role model to my daughter, showing her what it means to be healthy, both mentally and physically.

Trying to be #HealthyMe on Mackinac Island

I’m on Mackinac Island this week for the Mackinac Policy Conference, hosted by the Detroit Regional Chamber. The next few...
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GTRec Experience Expo showcases the great outdoors

While I’m a fan of all four season in Michigan, getting outside to exercise with a two-year old can be...
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Protecting your toddler from the potential dangers of their new treasure

Toddlers may be tiny, but their little hands are surprisingly quick—especially when they discover something new. Something else that’s quick:...
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How do you get the most out of your relationship with a Primary Care Physician?

Even to those of us in the health insurance industry, keeping track of every acronym used can be confusing. And...
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Pancreatic cancer robbed me of my best friend

Almost four and a half years ago, pancreatic cancer robbed me of my best friend. My Grandfather wasn’t the only...
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Food desert? Blogger aims to photograph 115 Detroit grocery stores, one bike ride at a time

I read the blog The People of Detroit for the first time soon after the Chris Hansen Dateline NBC April...
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MI Big Green Gym: P.J. Hoffmaster State Park

When it comes to beautiful sand dunes in Michigan, most people would name the Sleeping Bear Dunes a perennial favorite,...
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#MITrailsWeek: Paul Henry-Thornapple Trail

The western terminus of this trail is in Grand Rapids, a city most of us are pretty familiar with. The...
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Smart ER: How Long do You Feel Safe to Wait Before Seeing a Physician?

You probably expect a health insurance company to say people need to be selective about when they go to their...
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A new dad’s guide to staying awake at conferences

Conferences can be viewed in two ways, either they are a great excuse to party for a few days or...
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