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Hegira Health's Carol Zuniga on The Sunday Edition with Alisa Z
In a special “I’m Listening” conversation with Reporter Alisa Zee, Carol Zuniga, President and CEO of Hegira Health, joins the conversation to discuss what it means to truly listen when someone is struggling and how one honest conversation can become the first step toward understanding, support, and care.
4 days ago


Gambling Addiction on Fox 2 Detroit
HHI's Anthony Dondero, Hegira Health Therapist, talked about the connection between mental health and wagering/gambling and what individuals and families should watch for.
6 days ago


Recovery Rocks: Fun, Connection & Recovery on WDIV Detroit
Sal Russo, Sr. Director of Substance Use Disorder Services at Hegira Health, and Allison Herrst, Executive Director of the Recovery Action Network of Michigan, about ways to have fun while staying committed to recovery
Aug 29


Carol Zuniga on WWJ Newsradio 950 Mental Health Conversations
WWJ Newsradio 950 Radio Personality Tony Ortiz spoke with Hegira Health President & CEO Carol Zuniga for the "I’m Listening” Campaign about Mental Health Conversations.
Aug 27


Column: Preparing kids for emotional wellness on their way back to school
It’s back-to-school season – backpacks, supplies, new clothes – it’s all part of the excitement of going back to school after summer break. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), it’s important to recognize that preparing for the new school year isn’t just about having the right supplies; it’s also about ensuring mental wellness, a critical tool for mastering the upcoming academic year.
Aug 9


Back-to-School Transition on Fox 2 Detroit
Hegira Health Director of Development, Dr. Andrea Rodgers, recently joined Lori Pinson in the FOX 2 Detroit studios to share practical tips for helping children navigate the transition back to school with confidence.
Aug 2


Column: BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month: Understanding disparities and moving toward action
Each June, we recognize PTSD Awareness Month to increase understanding of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), reduce stigma, and support those affected by trauma.
Jul 5


Celebrating Pride Month with Mental Health in Mind
Fox 2 Detroit Live interview with Anthony Dondero, outpatient therapist coordinator at Hegira Health.
Jun 12


The Importance of Pride Month for Mental Health on WDIV Detroit
WDIV interview with Anthony Dondero, outpatient therapist coordinator at Hegira Health.
Jun 7


Column: PTSD is more than just a memory that won’t go
Each June, we recognize PTSD Awareness Month to increase understanding of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), reduce stigma, and support those affected by trauma.
Jun 3


May is Mental Health Awareness Month on Fox 2 Detroit
Fox 2 Detroit Interview with Director of AOS, Matina Fabian at Hegira Health.
May 22


Column: Without stigma, mental health care becomes simply health care
Each May across the U.S., we observe Mental Health Awareness Month to educate the public, highlight the importance of mental well-being, and advocate for better mental health care and resources.
May 4


April is Alcohol Awareness Month on Fox 2 Detroit
Hegira Health Outpatient SUD Therapist Coordinator Anthony Dondero was in-studio with FOX 2 Detroit's Jamie Sherrod yesterday to discuss the importance of recognizing the warning signs of problem drinking, reducing stigma of seeking help, and connecting people to the right level of care before issues escalate.
Apr 15


Teen Drinking on WDIV Local 4
Hegira Health Sr. Director of SUD Services Salvatore Russo joined Jay Scott Smith and Priya Mann in the WDIV Local 4 / ClickOnDetroit studios this morning to give guidance to families on how they can take action with simple, effective strategies: start conversations early, be clear about real risks, set expectations, stay involved, and model healthy behavior.
Apr 12


Column: Alcohol Awareness Month: A path to understanding, healing, and hope
April marks Alcohol Awareness Month, a time set aisde to bring together greater understanding to the impact of alcohol misuse and too confront the stigma that too often keeps people silent and suffering.
Apr 7


HHI Discusses Gambling Addiction on WDIV Detroit
Gambling addiction affects millions of Americans each year, yet many go untreated due to stigma and lack of awareness. Sr. Director of SUD Services Salvatore Russo joined Jay Scott Smith and Priya Mann in the WDIV Local 4 / ClickOnDetroit studios yesterday to raise awareness about the warning signs of problem gambling, including secrecy with spending, irritability, and mood changes connected to winning or losing. What often goes unseen is how closely gambling addiction is l
Mar 22


Social media and teen mental wellness
With its inception in just 2020, World Teen Mental Wellness Day provided a new focus on the age-old challenge of attaining and maintaining mental wellness during adolescence.
Mar 4


HHI Discusses Recovery Month and Recovery Rocks on WDIV Detroit
Did you know? Over 46 million Americans struggle with substance use disorders. Yet less than half ever receive the help they need....
Sep 14, 2025


When grief is not normal
National Grief Awareness Day is Saturday Aug. 30. It’s a day dedicated to open communication on loss and bereavement to raise awareness about the experience of grief and the grieving process, to provide resources and remind us to support those who we know are grieving.
Aug 5, 2025


Honoring the legacy of storytelling in BIPOC mental health
This year’s 2025 theme for Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, “In Every Story, There’s Strength” resonates deeply. It reminds us that our stories, both painful and powerful, are also instruments of healing.
Jul 1, 2025
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