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VBCDHD 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…
Read MoreNational Radon Action Month: Test for Radon and Protect Your Home
January is National Radon Action Month, an important opportunity to raise awareness about the dangers of radon exposure and take action to protect your family’s health. Radon is a colorless,…
Read MoreAre Eggs Safe to Eat During Avian Influenza Outbreaks?
Concerned about egg safety during Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) outbreaks? Here’s what you need to know: The FDA confirms that eggs in stores are safe when properly handled and…
Read MoreHappy New Year from VBCDHD!
As we ring in 2025, we wish our community a year filled with health, happiness, and wellness. Please note that both of our offices will be closed on New Year’s…
Read MoreHoliday Hours and Dental Services Update
Our offices will be closed on Christmas Eve Day and Christmas Day. We will have limited hours on Friday, open from 8 AM to 2 PM. Please note: Dental offices…
Read MoreHighly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Found in Ottawa County Flock: Protect Your Birds and Health
Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has been confirmed in a commercial poultry facility in Ottawa County, Michigan. This is the first detection in Michigan poultry since May 2024 and highlights…
Read MoreFDA Issues Safety Warning on Lead Risks in Imported Cookware
The FDA is alerting retailers and distributors about potential lead risks from certain imported aluminum, brass, and alloy cookware, often labeled as Hindalium, Hindolium, Indalium, or Indolium. These products, tested…
Read MoreMadeGood Granola Bars Recalled Due to Potential Metal Contamination
MadeGood has voluntarily recalled 12 varieties of granola bars sold in the U.S., Canada, and other international markets due to potential metal contamination, as reported by the FDA. Impacted products…
Read MoreGet Your Flu Vaccine Before the Holidays
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is encouraging everyone to get their flu vaccine during National Influenza Vaccination Week, from December 2-6. The flu vaccine is the…
Read MoreMcDonald’s E. coli Outbreak Grows: 75 Infected in 13 States
The E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders continues to expand, now affecting 75 individuals across 13 states, with cases ranging from September 27 to October 10, 2024. Health…
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