Spring seasonal tick awareness notice
Source: Health Department of Northwest Michigan Press Release (05/19/21) The arrival of spring and more outdoor activities leads to an increased risk of human-tick interactions. Annually, ticks begin to wake from winter dormancy with mild spring weather. With warmer...
May 15, 2021 Gatherings and Face Mask Order
Source: https://www.michigan.gov/coronavirus/0,9753,7-406-98178_98455-559589--,00.html On May 13, 2021, the CDC released guidance indicating the fully vaccinated persons need not wear a mask in most settings, regardless of whether indoors or outdoors. CDC indicated...
Upcoming May Vaccine Clinics – Health Department
Health Department Vaccine Clinics - End May 2021 Anyone 12 and older can receive the Pfizer vaccine, and those 18 and older can receive the Moderna or J&J vaccine. Walk-ins welcome but scheduling an appointment ahead of time is recommended to reserve a spot!...
Affordable Connectivity Program
The Emergency Broadband Benefit is an FCC program to help households struggling to pay for internet service during the pandemic. This new benefit will connect eligible households to jobs, critical healthcare services, and virtual classrooms.
PhotoVoice Program – NCCMH
Members of North Country Community Mental Health’s two clubhouses —New Horizons Clubhouse and Petoskey Club— recently came together in a ‘PhotoVoice’ discussion group about life during the coronavirus. They took photos and wrote reflections about their experiences in...
myStrength Free Mental Health and Wellness App
North Country Community Mental Health (NCCMH) is providing a free mental health and wellness app to everyone in the community. Called myStrength, the free app offers access to clinically proven tools to manage stress, depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and...
Johnson & Johnson vaccine update 4/23/21
from State of Michigan Michigan moving forward with administration of Johnson & Johnson vaccine based on FDA and CDC guidance following thorough safety review. Agencies underscore confidence in vaccine's safety and effectiveness; available data suggest potential...
COVID-19 Vaccines for Homebound
Jordan Valley EMS to Provide COVID-19 Vaccines for Homebound Individuals in Antrim & Charlevoix Counties. In conjunction with the Health Department of Northwest Michigan, Jordan Valley EMS is scheduling COVID-19 vaccinations for homebound individuals in Antrim and...
HDNW COVID19 Vaccine Clinics 4/24 – 4/30
COVID-19 vaccination appointments available for anyone 16 and older! **Important information**• Please use the link for the desired clinic/location to schedule your appointment. Once you schedule your appointment, you will receive an appointment confirmation via...
