Governor Rick Snyder Proclaims April 23 - 29, 2017 Medical Laboratory Professionals Week

By Elizabeth Walker | April 21 2017

In recognition of the vital role that laboratory employees play in quality healthcare for the residents of Michigan, Governor Rick Snyder has proclaimed April 23 - 29, 2017 Medical Laboratory Professionals Week. The American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science - Michigan will host Lab Week Professional Advocacy Day on Tuesday, April 25. Advocacy Day is an opportunity for laboratorians to visit the offices of their legislators in Lansing to share information about the profession and network with others in the field. 

In addition to this state-wide event, the Department of Pathology's Division of Clinical Pathology will host a symposium on Monday, April 24th. The department's Lab Ambassadors also have a week of activities planned to celebrate, including window decorating, information tables in the hospital cafeteria, and lab tours. Find more information at our Lab Week web page.