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[ October 14, 2009 ]
Salmonella Health Alert
Michigan Department of Community Health recently confirmed that there are 12 confirmed
Salmonella Typhimurium cases from seven jurisdictions in Michigan. Two of these
cases are in Wayne County. MDCH and MDA are working closely with local health departments,
the CDC and the FDA to determine the source of the outbreak. Information available
thus far suggests that it may be linked to eating raw sprouts.
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[ September 10, 2009 ]
Flu Season Information
Every year we experience some common milestones in the fall. The weather turns
cooler, the leaves change colors, and children put on scary costumes in search of
candy. The other thing that happens every year like clockwork is the arrival
of the Flu virus. Influenza (Flu) is a respiratory illness, and is one of the most
common illnesses in humans. Every year more than 15 million people get
the Flu, and some 200,000 people are hospitalized from complications. The
Flu is different from a cold. Colds are usually milder than the Flu,
and generally do not cause major health problems.
[ August 12, 2009 ]
RISE IN PERTUSSIS CASES IN MICHIGAN - Information for Health Care Providers
A recent health alert notification from the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) reports continued increased levels of pertussis (whooping cough) in 2009. An increase was seen in Michigan in the latter half of 2008.
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[ August 06, 2009 ]
Wayne County Health & Safety Fun Fest
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[ July 01, 2009 ]
Nestle Cookie Dough Recall
Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced that it has found E. coli O157:H7 (a bacterium that can cause serious food borne illness) in a sample of prepackaged Nestlé Toll House refrigerated cookie dough currently under recall by the manufacturer and marketer, Nestlé USA.
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[ May 22, 2009 ]
Guidelines and Precautions for Anyone Working in Inland Lakes and Streams
Projects to clear or move logs and debris in inland lakes and streams can expose you to contaminated water or subject you to cuts and abrasions. Inland lakes and streams can be contaminated by overflows from combined sewer discharges, non-point source pollution, municipal or industrial discharges and leaks, etc. - [ Click Here to read more ]
[ April 30, 2009 ]
Brownstown Twp. Resident Tests Negative for Swine Influenza
The Wayne County Department of Public Health (WCDPH) announced today that an 18-year-old Brownstown Twp. resident previously suspected to have Influenza A (H1N1) virus (Swine Flu) has tested negative. The test results were received late Thursday from Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH). - [ Click Here to read more ]
[ April 26, 2009 ]
Wayne County Department of Public Health is monitoring reports of swine flu occurring in other states as well as other countries. This is a reminder that whenever people exhibit flu-like symptoms that include fever, cough and sore throat, consult with your physician and stay home to limit contact with others.
The Wayne County Department of Public Health will continue to monitor this situation and provide updates as they become available. For more information:
Swine Flu 24 hour hot line telephone # (734) 727-7163
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[ April 22, 2009 ] LANSING, MI - The Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) is issuing a public health alert regarding illness from Salmonella infections among people who have reported raw alfalfa sprouts consumption in southeast Michigan. At this time, MDCH is recommending that people avoid consumption of raw alfalfa sprouts until we have further information about the origin of the contaminated sprouts.
Michigan currently has 16 confirmed Salmonella Saintpaul cases from six jurisdictions in southeast Michigan (Livingston, Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne Counties; City of Detroit). The illness onset dates range from Mar 23 to April 6, 2009. There have been two known hospitalizations. Ten of the 16 people reported consumption of raw alfalfa sprouts at sandwich shops in southeast Michigan.
MDCH is working closely with local health departments, the Michigan Department of Agriculture (MDA), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to determine the source of the outbreak. The Michigan cases are presenting the same genetic fingerprint as uncovered in the Midwest earlier this year, which resulted in a recall of alfalfa sprouts.
Anyone who eats raw sprouts may be at risk for exposure to Salmonella or E. coli O157:H7 bacteria, said Dr. Gregory Holzman, chief medical executive for MDCH. We want to alert people to the risk of illness with the consumption of raw sprouts.
Salmonella Outbreak Update. [February 16, 2009]
This document is an update on the current Salmonella Typhimurium outbreak in the United States. It is based on information available from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) and the Michigan Disease Surveillance System (MDSS).
What is MRSA?
Staphylococcus aureus (“staph”) is a common type of bacteria (germ) that can be found on
the skin and in the nose of healthy people. It may cause skin infections in wounds or other
sites in the body. MRSA is a type of staph infection that is often found in hospitals or other
healthcare settings. It is resistant to certain antibiotics making it harder to treat...
Safe Sleep for Your Baby
One of Wayne County's top priorities is the health and safety of infants and children. In the first six months of 2007, Wayne County has realized an increase in infant deaths as a result of babies sleeping in the same bed as parents and other caregivers.
It's my pleasure to introduce to you Mayo Clinic's EmbodyHealth newsletter.
Providing this newsletter to you is a positive health initiative put in place by Wayne County's Health & Human Services Department... [Newsletter]
Wayne County CMH Agency partners with NAMI and Oakwood Healthcare for mental health workshops in Taylor starting February 22, 2007
TAYLOR, MI -- Wayne County residents who want to better understand mental illness and learn about local services, programs and support groups for themselves or loved ones can attend a free 10-week workshop that begins Thursday, February 22nd and runs through April.
Lead Fact Sheet - Lead Poisoning is Preventable!
Many homes built before 1950 may have used lead-based paint that poses a health risk to children under 6. Lead poisoning occurs when there is too much lead in the body. Lead can cause damage to the kidneys, nervous system and brain in children and adults. Lead poisoning often occurs with no obvious symptoms and frequently goes unrecognized.
Training for Tramautic Brain Injury
The Michigan Department of Community Health has a new web-based training for Tramautic Brain Injury (TBI). The free training is specifically targeted to staff at Michigan’s public service agencies. It provides basic clinical information about TBI and treatment strategies and also recommends the use of a basic screening tool. For more information, visit www.mitbitraining.org or click here to see the TBI Training flyer.
Infant Vitality Action Network
Detroit-Wayne County IVAN
- Educating Families, Providers, Community and Faith Based Organizations
- Collaborating for Policy, Program and Community Change
Flu Vaccine Information
Flu Clinic Locator Site, powered by Maxim Health. Influenza (flu) Season is upon us, but it's not too late to get a flu vaccine! With the CDC's latest information on the effectiveness of drugs used to fight influenza, it is important to get vaccinated for the flu this year.