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Stay Safe This Summer: Avoid Foam on Michigan Waterways
As the weather warms up, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) urges residents and visitors to avoid foam on Michigan’s lakes, rivers, and streams. Foam may look…
Read MoreNew Michigan Law Requires Lead Testing for Children: What You Need to Know
To protect children from the dangers of lead exposure, Michigan’s new law requires all children to be tested for lead at 12 months and 24 months of age. These universal…
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 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 MoreBronson Opens New Urgent Care in Downtown Kalamazoo
Bronson Healthcare has opened Bronson Urgent Care at 940 John St, conveniently located near Bronson Methodist Hospital in downtown Kalamazoo. This new facility provides walk-in care for both adults and…
Read MoreImportant: EEE and West Nile Virus Detected Locally
Van Buren/Cass District Health Department (VBCDHD) is letting you know about Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) and West Nile Virus (WNV) found in mosquitos and animals in both Van Buren and…
Read MoreEgg Recall Due to Salmonella Risk: What You Need to Know
Milo’s Poultry Farms is recalling eggs sold under “Milo’s Poultry Farms” and “Tony’s Fresh Market” in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan due to possible Salmonella contamination. Symptoms include fever, diarrhea, and…
Read MoreRabies Update: Essential Information and Prevention Tips
Rabies is a preventable viral disease affecting wildlife like bats, raccoons, and skunks, and can be transmitted to people and pets through bites or scratches. In Michigan. Read letter from…
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