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Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services administers dozens of programs to improve the health, safety and prosperity of state residents.

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Learn how MDHHS is working to improve care and support for people affected by Sickle Cell Disease at https://t.co/3bRQgx8LUL.

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It's important to stay healthy by taking a few precautions in the summer months:

•Limit your time in the heat.
•Stay hydrated by drinking water.
•Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing.
•Avoid direct sunlight.

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Michigan air quality will be impacted by wildfire smoke today. Smokey conditions are expected to persist into the weekend.

Monitor air quality at https://t.co/1C2ATRvuLQ & follow guidance for everyone & schools, daycares & outside activities at https://t.co/tDb4F4FPZA.

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For more information on how to keep your lungs healthy this summer, visit https://t.co/Bfm4mohTqF.

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Make sure you and your fellow boaters know carbon monoxide or CO poisoning symptoms. They can look like seasickness and include headache, dizziness and nausea. DO NOT ignore symptoms. Look out for each other.

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Michigan air quality is impacted by wildfire smoke this week. Everyone should take precautions to protect your and your family’s health.

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To help improve access for individuals seeking substance use disorder treatment (SUD) options, MDHHS has developed several new enhancements to programs and a new mapping tool to help individuals across Michigan better access SUD treatment.

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Check the safety of your baby’s crib, bassinet or pack and play regularly. Make sure all the hardware is secured, the mattress is fitting properly, and there are no loose or damaged parts.

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Due to a power outage, the Wayne County Southwest location is temporarily closed. Services are still being met through telework.

If you suspect abuse or neglect, call 855-444-3911. Public assistance customers can apply online or check case status at https://t.co/3C36bVbral.

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Sexual activity increases the chance of syphilis, but testing is easy, and treatment requires only antibiotics. To find local testing, visit https://t.co/sQHjhlchqm.

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Remember, it only takes two minutes for a car to reach unsafe temperatures. Prevent heat stroke by never leaving kids or pets in parked vehicles.

Visit https://t.co/kBsmZP5sZ9 to learn more about how to stay healthy during extreme heat events.

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#ICYMI SNAP recipients may receive replacement food assistance benefits if food purchased with SNAP is spoiled during a verified power outage. Recipients must request replacement within 10 days of the incident & contact their local MDHHS office to complete the required paperwork.

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GetSetUp's Living Well with Chronic Conditions series is here to help you take control of your health with simple, supportive strategies that fit your everyday life.

Discover practical ways to stay active, eat well and feel your best, one day at a time.

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To help prevent orofacial clefts or other craniofacial conditions, avoid certain medications, smoking and take folic acid before and during pregnancy.

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SNAP recipients may receive replacement food assistance benefits if food purchased with SNAP is spoiled during a verified power outage. Recipients must request the replacement within 10 days of the incident and contact their local MDHHS office to complete the required paperwork.

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Due to a power outage, the Roscommon County MDHHS location is temporarily closed. Services are still being met through telework.

If you suspect abuse or neglect, call 855-444-3911. Public assistance customers can apply online or check case status at https://t.co/3C36bVbral.

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Visit the MiTracking Data Portal to explore Michigan health and environmental data by topic, geographic area and year at https://t.co/UueIuzPysi.

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Due to a power outage, the Monroe County MDHHS location is temporarily closed. Services are still being met through telework.

If you suspect abuse or neglect, call 855-444-3911. Public assistance customers can apply online or check case status at https://t.co/3C36bVbral.

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Learn more about Michigan's Newborn Screening Program and how, with a family's consent, leftover screening blood spots may be used in de-identified health research through the BioTrust for Health.

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