We're the Mid-Michigan District Health Department. We're here for you. We take action to protect, maintain, and the health of our community, while staying true to our values: Respect, Integrity, Service and Compassion.
Learn more about us: mmdhd.org
This week has been PFAS Awareness Week! During this week, everyone in Michigan is urged to take steps to reduce their exposure to PFAS.
Learn how: michigan.gov/pfasresponse/en…
Fruits and vegetables provide essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber that help the growth of your littles. Luckily, there are so many creative ways of incorporating fruits and veggies into your meals! Here are a few tips to easily include fruits and veggies in your kid’s diet:
-Keep fruit and veggie snacks easily accessible.
-Use fruits and veggies as toppings for kid-friendly dishes like pizza, pasta, or yogurt parfaits.
-Sneak veggies into favorite dishes! Try blending them into smoothies, sauces, or batter.
This week is PFAS Awareness Week! If you have just started hearing about PFAS and aren't sure where to begin, we've got you.
Find out what PFAS are, how they're in our environment, and what you can do to protect yourself and your community by visiting: michigan.gov/pfasresponse/re…
Today is the day! Join us and the Michigan Association of Local Public Health as we host guest speakers from the University of Michigan to discuss seasonal respiratory viruses! This will be followed by a Q&A session with local leaders.
It’s not too late to get up to date on routine vaccines.
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends a vaccination schedule that gives babies, toddlers, and older kids protection at the right time. All vaccines, go through many rounds of testing to make sure they’re safe.
It's SepticSmart Week! This week focuses on the proper care and maintenance of septic systems, while encouraging public stewardship in caring for wastewater treatment systems.
Learn more: epa.gov/septic
Our Family Planning Program provides affordable reproductive health services for everybody.
Education is an important part of helping you make a choice about birth control. We’ll help you learn more about your reproductive health care and the methods of birth control available.
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) kicks off SepticSmart Week 2026, a nationwide effort to help homeowners properly maintain their septic systems to protect public health, groundwater, local waterways, and the environment!
Join us and the Michigan Association of Local Public Health as we host guest speakers from the University of Michigan to discuss seasonal respiratory viruses, followed by a Q&A session with local leaders.
To register, scan the QR Code, or visit: form.jotform.com/26252399761…
Do you know where to get trusted updates in an emergency? Good information can help you make safe choices.
Take a few minutes today to:
-Download the FEMA app
-Sign up for local emergency alerts
-Follow trusted sources for updates