Bat Activity is Increasing
HDNW offers information on how to capture and when to test bats Bats are more active this time of year, which means the possibility of exposure to rabies increases. Bats are the most common way Michigan residents come in contact with rabies, which can spread to people...
National Immunization Awareness Month
Protect students before school starts August is National Immunization Awareness Month – a perfect time to review the status of your child’s vaccine records and get them up to date for vaccine-preventable diseases before school begins. “Back-to-school season means...
National Breastfeeding Month helps promote mom-baby benefits
from Health Department of Northwest Michigan The benefits of breastfeeding last a lifetime. As a result, the Health Department of Northwest Michigan (HDNW) and the Northern Michigan Public Health Alliance (NMPHA) are promoting their breastfeeding support services...
World Hepatitis Day is July 28
Screening for hepatitis C and vaccinations for hepatitis A and B decreases chance of illness The Health Department of Northwest Michigan (HDNW) and the Northern Michigan Public Health Alliance (NMPHA) are recognizing World Hepatitis Day to help raise awareness...
Bellaire and East Jordan Family Health Centers Offer 3D Mammography.
East Jordan, MI)- Bellaire and East Jordan Family Health Centers (EJFHC) are proud to announce the addition of two new 3D Mammography machines. The new Hologic Selenia machines will replace their current 2D mammography machines and the first in Region to Offer Genius™...
HDNW Releases Information for Public Reaction to Air Quality Issues
The Health Department of Northwest Michigan (HDNW) is asking residents with sensitive breathing conditions to take precautions based on current air conditions. The Michigan Department of Environmental, Great Lakes, and Energy has issued an air quality alert for the...
Men: Take Care of Yourselves
HDNW encourages proactive care during National Men’s Health Month Northern Michigan Public Health Alliance and Health Department of Northwest Michigan (HDNW) support National Men’s Health Month. June is dedicated to promoting men’s health, reminding both men and boys...
Change in national status comes with updated guidelines for vaccinations
COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Ending: Change in national status comes with updated guidelines for vaccinations Based on current COVID-19 trends, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is ending the public health emergency declared for COVID-19. The...
It’s National Infant Immunization Week: Stay on track with your child’s vaccinations
National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW) celebrates the critical role vaccination plays in protecting the health of our children and families — and this year we’re reminding parents of the importance of staying up to date with routinely recommended vaccines following...
