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Healthcare coverage for unemployed, income loss

Michigan residents who have lost employer-based healthcare coverage during the coronavirus pandemic can apply for federal healthcare options

 

According to the state, people are not required to wait for the yearly Open Enrollment Period. 

 

Michigan residents have 60 days after income or job loss to apply. 

 

To see if you are eligible, visit healthcare.gov.

Tess DeGayner is a student reporter for WCMU News. She is a senior at Central Michigan University studying Journalism and Broadcasting. Her hometown is Fenton, Michigan.