henry ford health system

Nurses at Henry Ford Health Genesys went on strike on Labor Day. The dispute centers on nurse to patient ratios. The health system contends it has made a fair and competitive offer to the union

Last fall, Henry Ford Health finalized a joint venture with Ascension Michigan. A local union president said now the new owners want to change nurse-to-patient ratios at Henry Ford Genesys in Grand Blanc.

Some Ascension hospitals will take on the Henry Ford Health name, but will retain their Catholic identity, including possible restrictions on reproductive healthcare.

Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital is the latest in Michigan to be approved for federal support. Hospital leaders say the help is welcome, but it still won't be enough as COVID-19 cases rise.

As COVID-19 hospitalizations increase, health officials and health care workers are concerned about a fourth surge overwhelming hospitals and health care…