Our mission is to promote health & physical well-being by providing preventive health care, education & environmental safety to all members of the community.
Measles is a very contagious disease caused by a virus. Thankfully, measles can be prevented with MMR vaccine.
@CDCDirector explains why it's important for you and your family to stay up-to-date on measles vaccination ⬇️
https://t.co/Qub2ZVmuaK
New and expectant parents:
Join MDHHS for education, resources, and expert q & a.
Sign up at the link below to attend one of the following sessions:
• Wednesday, 11/29: 9-11am
• Wednesday, 11/29: 6-8pm
• Tuesday, 12/5: 9-11am
Register at https://t.co/HeJOHWFeHb.
Parents: #DYK? No safe blood lead level has been identified for children. Even low levels of lead in the blood can have lifelong health impacts.
During Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, learn how you can protect children from lead: https://t.co/AvuMshwMOx
#NLPPW2023#LeadFreeKids
IMPORTANT: On Wednesday, Oct. 4th at 2:20 p.m. ET, there will be a nationwide emergency alert test on cell phones, wireless devices, radios, and TVs.
This is a standard test that occurs at least once every three years. No action is needed.
Info & FAQs: https://t.co/KKyrIr4e03
#Parents: Flu is more dangerous than the common cold in kids. Help your child #FightFlu this school year by getting them a #FluVax before the end of October. 🚍🏫
More here: https://t.co/0g2mvf5Cxi
Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women. Screening can find #BreastCancer early when it is easier to treat.
If cost is a concern, CDC offers free and low-cost screenings to women who qualify.
Find a location: https://t.co/lunbnf6vWF #BCAM
Take 6️⃣ actions to #KeepFluAway:
👉Get your flu shot if it’s available to you
👉Wash your hands regularly
👉Cover coughs & sneezes with a tissue & dispose properly
👉Stay home if you feel unwell
👉Avoid close contact with a sick person
👉Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth
Catch up on routine immunizations for pertussis (whooping cough) and other vaccine-preventable diseases at one of our walk-in clinics: https://t.co/74gfEL5kMw.
Pertussis activity is on the rise in the United States and here in Michigan. The good news is that pertussis is preventable, and you can protect yourself and loved ones through vaccination. For more info, visit https://t.co/7mqZgC51fj. #NIAM
With the increasing popularity of meal kits, we’re highlighting tips on what to do when a box first arrives at your door. Look out for these five red flags! https://t.co/hQzzEiJjsl
With the back-to-school season here, make sure you and your family are up to date on your vaccines. It's other important than ever to stay healthy 💙
Visit https://t.co/gsOBGJNg74 for a schedule of child immunization recommendations. #NationalImmunizationAwarenessMonth
Preventing mpox starts with vaccination.
Those most at risk should get both doses of the mpox vaccine to ensure they are protected.
Find a vaccine near you: https://t.co/cKN1uq7kFO
@CMU_Medicine's Street Medicine mobile unit will be in our Mt. Pleasant CMDHD parking lot (2012 E. Preston) on Saturday, August 19 from 9am-noon to provide a free healthcare clinic for the underserved and homeless populations in Mid Michigan.
Preparing for #BackToSchool?
Teachers and coaches can play an active role in fighting youth tobacco use.
FDA has resources to help start a conversation with students about the dangers of using any tobacco product: https://t.co/ebXNeyUunf via @FDATobacco.
.@MiHIAInc, @CMiDHD and Vantage Plastics came together to improve preventive care, decrease poverty, and increase employee retention in Michigan. Their first few months with an embedded community health worker are already showing signs of success. https://t.co/WM7ss2CZZo