West Michigan Live Friday 3-27 Hour 1

Justin talks with guests about staying healthy, talks to some people who have fallen ill, and takes your calls.

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The US now has the highest total number of cases, surpassing China and Italy. Cases are still rising significantly in New York, Louisiana and Michigan. 

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All Spectrum Health walk-in clinics are closing, temporarily, effective immediately and until further notice. 

Patients are encouraged to connect with a provider virtually in order to limit unnecessary exposure to COVID-19.

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The House is set to vote on an unprecedented $2.2 trillion economic stimulus rescue plan that will pour $1,200 direct payments to individuals and a flood of subsidized loans, grants and tax breaks to businesses as the COVID-19 pandemic takes a toll on the US economy and health care. 

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Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said Thursday she has requested assistance from the federal government to aid Michigan families during the pandemic. She said if the declaration is granted, the state would be able to provide critical resources including meals, mental heath care, rental assistance and temporary housing.

Notables 

When Fremont High School closed, Jaxon Deur wanted to stay busy. He turned his part-time job as a grocery 'bagger' into full-time help for his community. Deur takes grocery orders for those unable to leave their homes and delivers their items. 


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