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Stay Safe from Scams During Amazon Prime Day
With Amazon Prime Day on July 16th and 17th, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel advises consumers to be cautious of scams and predatory practices that often accompany the event. Tips…
Read MoreSixth Measles Case in Michigan: Vaccination Urged
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and the Macomb County Health Department (MCHD) have reported the sixth measles case in Michigan for 2024. A child in Macomb…
Read MoreStay Safe During and After Floods: Tips from MDARD and EGLE
In light of recent flooding in Michigan due to Hurricane Beryl, MDARD and EGLE urge residents to follow safety guidelines to protect their health. Key recommendations include discarding any food…
Read MoreH5N1 Bird Flu Precautions for Farm Workers
H5N1 bird flu can infect people working with poultry, dairy cows, or raw milk. Protect yourself by using PPE, monitoring your health, and understanding transmission methods. Learn more about reducing…
Read MoreAvian Influenza Detected in Gratiot County Dairy Herd
HPAI Detected in Gratiot County Dairy Herd: MDARD Response The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) has confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a Gratiot County dairy…
Read MoreMDHHS Recalls Diamond Shruumz Products for Severe Illnesses
MDHHS Issues Recall for Diamond Shruumz Products Due to Severe Illnesses The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has announced a recall of all Diamond Shruumz-brand products, including…
Read MoreMichigan’s Summer EBT Program Helps Feed 900,000 Kids
Michigan Launches Summer EBT to Aid 900,000 Children This summer, nearly 900,000 Michigan children will benefit from the new Michigan Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) program. The Michigan Department of…
Read MoreKeep Pets Safe During July 4th Celebrations
LANSING, MI—The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) urges Michiganders to protect their pets during Independence Day. Fireworks and festivities can cause stress and anxiety in animals. State…
Read MoreMDHHS Expands Bilingual Hotline for Influenza A (H5N1) Info
LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has expanded its farmworker hotline, 833-SIAYUDA (833-742-9832), to include information and resources for those affected by influenza A…
Read MoreMDHHS COVID Hotline Ends June 30th: Key Information and Resources
The MDHHS COVID-19 hotline will end on June 30, 2024. Although the hotline at (888) 535-6316 will be discontinued, the phone number will stay active for an additional month with…
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