Pressure mounts on Michigan health department over mental health hospital safety, transparency

Pressure is mounting on the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) following an unannounced active shooter drill at a child psychiatric hospital, which caused panic among staff and patients. State Senator Michael Webber has raised concerns about the lack of transparency and implementation of promised reforms at state mental health facilities, highlighted by ongoing issues such as patient assaults and staff misconduct. Webber has demanded documentation to prove that necessary changes are being made and criticized MDHHS for its delayed compliance plan, emphasizing the need for legislative oversight to ensure patient safety and proper management.