Michigan has noted its first cases of mpox since March 2023, including cases in West Michigan. Free vaccine available. Call (616) 396-5266 for more information. Get the latest vaccine safety information, VIS, and more from the CDC at https://t.co/ejLIgKnrtd
Some of their activities included distributing welcome baskets and resource guides, connecting farmworkers to fresh food, mental health and dental services, and providing transportation to church services, and other activities. Learn more at https://t.co/mI0RfmRRo3
We are so proud of the work of the Ottawa County Migrant Health Task Force, which was recently recognized for its work to improve the health of the county’s migrant farmworker community.
Spring break is here, and you may be traveling to locations that are currently experiencing measles outbreaks. There are not yet any reported cases in Ottawa, but we want you to be prepared. Measles is the most contagious virus known to infect humans and can be very serious.
If you do not know if you are immune to measles through previous infection or vaccination, we recommend you get vaccinated to prevent illness. Find more information at https://t.co/XIh23uA6TZ. If you have questions, call your healthcare provider.
Cold temps and wind chills that dip below zero are not expected to improve until Monday. During this time, warming centers throughout the county are offering temporary respite from the cold. The Sheriff's Office has updated its list of area warming centers https://t.co/poI9F234qy
Respiratory illness season is here. Don’t let it put a damper on your holiday season! Find tips to stay healthy at https://t.co/fGM6B5kWg1 and
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October is Safe Sleep Month. We want to remind you of the ABCs of safe sleep.
Alone: keep pillows, blankets, toys, stuffed animals, and other items out of baby’s crib.
Back: place baby to sleep on their back.
Crib: baby should only sleep in a crib, bassinet, or pack-and-play.
The Ottawa Food Initiative took a meeting break for the Great Apple Crunch 🍏 The event celebrates and promotes more locally produced food being served in schools 🍎 Thanks to Ridgeview Orchards for the donation #MIAppleCrunch Learn more at Cultivate Michgian!
West Nile Virus Infection Identified in Two People in Ottawa County 🔶
Department of Public Health Encourages Precautions to Avoid Mosquito Bites 🔶 Read more: https://t.co/kyww4oLP4J
Ottawa County is committed to providing excellent services to children, individuals, and families through the work of the Department of Public Health. In line with fiscal responsibility and making the most of taxpayer dollars. Read more: https://t.co/qn3QbrjlzD
Adeline Hambley has responded to Administrator Gibbs’ request to produce a revised budget. Upon analysis, these revisions amount to an 88% reduction in general funds for services, which will almost certainly close the health department within weeks of its implementation.
Yesterday, at the August 21 Finance and Administration Committee Special Work Session, Commissioner Joe Moss proposed a general fund budget reduction for only the Ottawa County Department of Public Health.