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Happy 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…
Read MoreFDA Expands Recall of Lead-Contaminated Ground Cinnamon
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is alerting residents that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has expanded its recall list of ground cinnamon products due…
Read MoreDiscover the Impact: 2023 Annual Report Now Available
We’re excited to share our 2023 Annual Report, highlighting the accomplishments and strides we’ve made in public health over the past year. From expanding essential services to launching new health…
Read MorePFAS Contamination in Watervliet: Key Updates & Resources
Watervliet Area PFAS Investigation The Paw Paw Lake Area Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) in Watervliet, Berrien County, detected elevated levels of PFAS in its effluent, prompting a comprehensive investigation by…
Read MorePertussis Cases Confirmed in District: Health Advisory
The Van Buren/Cass District Health Department (VBCDHD) has confirmed multiple cases of pertussis (whooping cough) within the district. Pertussis is a highly contagious respiratory illness that spreads through direct contact…
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