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Measles and Dengue Virus Updates for Our Community
Measles Update:As of April 22, eight cases of measles have been confirmed in Michigan, including residents from Oakland, Kent, Macomb, Montcalm, and Ingham counties. Most cases are connected to recent…
Read MoreVBCDHD to Attend Senior Veteran Expo in Mattawan on May 5
The Van Buren/Cass District Health Department (VBCDHD) will be participating in the upcoming Senior Veteran Expo hosted by the Mattawan Lions Club on Monday, May 5, from 9:00 AM to…
Read MoreTake Charge During STI Awareness Week
STI Awareness Week is April 13–19, and it’s a great time to protect your health. Sexually transmitted infections like chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis are on the rise in Michigan. Many…
Read MoreSevere Weather Alert: Stay Safe During Upcoming Storms
Following the storms on March 29-30 that left over 300,000 homes without power, another round of severe weather is expected late Wednesday, April 2, into Thursday morning, April 3. The…
Read MoreProtect Your Backyard Flock from Avian Influenza (H5N1)
As migratory birds return to Michigan, the risk of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1 in backyard flocks increases. This virus spreads easily and can be deadly to chickens, ducks,…
Read MoreFebruary is Heart Health Month: Take Care of Your Heart in Van Buren and Cass Counties
February is Heart Health Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of maintaining a healthy heart. Heart disease is a leading health concern in both Van Buren and…
Read MoreGroundwater Use Restricted Zone Announced in Almena Township
The Van Buren/Cass District Health Department has updated its Environmental Health Code to establish a Groundwater Use Restricted Zone in Almena Township, Van Buren County. This amendment, adopted on October…
Read MoreVan Buren/Cass Health Department Closed Tuesday, January 21, Due to Extreme Cold
Both Van Buren/Cass District Health Department (VBCDHD) locations will be closed on Tuesday, January 21, due to severe cold weather conditions in Michigan. We encourage everyone to stay safe and…
Read MoreProtect Your Family from Radon: Free Test Kits Available
Radon, an invisible, odorless gas, could be lurking in your home this winter. It’s the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. and the leading cause among non-smokers,…
Read MoreVBCDHD Board of Health Meeting Canceled – Rescheduled for February
Please be advised that the Van Buren/Cass District Health Department (VBCDHD) Board of Health meeting scheduled for today, Wednesday, January 8, 2025, has been canceled. The next Board of Health…
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