7/28/23 First mosquito-borne virus cases of 2023 now detected in Oakland and Macomb county residents
Michigan residents urged to take precautions to prevent mosquito bites, especially in August and September. Click HERE for more information.
News Releases
VBCDHD’s news releases
Report From City of Dowagiac About Sewage Leak Near Sister Lakes
Report of Discharge (CSO\SSO\RTB) version 1.14 (Submission #: HPW-N1TC-KCAFC, version 1) Details Submission ID HPW-N1TC-KCAFC Status In Process Form Input Report Details Is this the inital or final discharge report? Initial Site/Facility Name: Sister Lakes Area Util Auth CM Permit Number (if applicable): 3112a-0889 Sewer Systemor Treatment Facility Owner Organization Name City of Dowagiac Phone …
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Confirmed case of Swine Flu in Tuscola County
CARO, Mich., August 3, 2023 – The Tuscola County Health Department (TCHD) has received notification that a TuscolaCounty resident with flu-like symptoms who attended the Tuscola County Fair which took place July 23-29 at thefairgrounds in Caro has tested positive for Influenza A H1N1v, commonly known as swine flu. Tuscola County Swine Flu PRESS RELEASE
MDHHS, MDARD, EGLE and local health departments provide tips on how to stay safe from Harmful Algal Blooms
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 2, 2023 CONTACT: Chelsea Wuth, 517-241-2112, WuthC@Michigan.gov LANSING, Mich. – Michigan residents living near or visiting bodies of water should be aware of the potential for harmful algal blooms (HABs). The Michigan Departments of Health and Human Services (MDHHS); Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE); and Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) have collaborated with …
Presumptive case of human influenza A(H3) variant (swine flu) infection in Lapeer County Resident
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), Oakland County Health Division (OCHD), and Lapeer County Health Department (LCHD) are investigating the state’s first presumptive case of human influenza A (H3) variant (swine flu) in 2023. The individual is a Lapeer County resident who was a swine exhibitor at the Oakland County Fair held …
Mosquitos Positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis found in Barry County
July 6, 2023 Michigan residents are urged to take precautions against mosquito bites as mosquitos collected in Barry County on June 30th, 2023 have tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) at the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Bureau of Laboratories. Although no cases have been diagnosed in people or animals, it …
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6/30/2023 MDHHS News Release
Michigan Families urged to check air quality before participating in outdoor activities this weekend to protect health and safety. Surveillance data indicates increase in asthma visits in emergency departments. READ MORE
CDC Health Advisory
Guidance on Measles during the Summer Travel Season 6/21/2023 Measles cases in the United States originate from unvaccinated international travelers. If you plan to travel internationally, make sure you and your loved ones are protected against measles before departure, no matter where you are going. Plan for Travel
federal Public Health Emergency comes to an end
MDHHS provides update as Federal Public Health Emergency comes to an end. Free COVID-19 testing and vaccines to continue to be available
Food Safety
Each year 1 in 6 Americans get sick from foodborne illness. Learn more about keeping your families food safe. To help keep you and your loved ones safe from foodborne diseases, follow the four basic steps of food safety—Clean, Separate, Cook, and Chill—now and throughout the year. Home canning is a great way to preserve …