NMRH closes mental health unit, other hospitals will provide inpatient care : News : UpNorthLive.com

North Country Community Mental Health shared the same building as the former Mental Health Unit of Northern Michigan Regional Health System. Now, with the Mental Health Unit closing its doors, North Country will rely on other hospitals in the area.

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