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While studies have recently found that a lack of medical coverage is more likely to lead to health problems and earlier mortality rates, the one released today is the first to pinpoint a state, and a specific rate of illness and death, finding that a lack of Michigan health insurance kills two state residents each day.

Reported at Freep.com, Families USA addresses the studies that have found that "premature deaths among the uninsured nationwide are twice the rates of people who are killed by homicide." In terms of Michigan health insurance, that adds up to 650 Michiganders a year, nearly two a day.

The problem in Michigan is the same as everywhere else; the high costs of health care leads more employers to drop health coverage, and people are finding insurance premiums too costly to purchase a plan their own.

For those who can't afford Michigan health insurance there are state subsidized plans available for doctor's appointments and screenings. They can be found online or information will be available at your local hospital.

But for those who haven't shopped around much, it's best to look online and to compare several plans. Opt for one that offers yearly checkups, since it's this important time with medical professionals that makes the biggest impact on health.