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.
Partners News Releases
VBCDHD’s Community partners news releases
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
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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
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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
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