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Wayne County, Michigan reports a seventh measles case linked to international travel, with health officials enforcing isolation and urging community vigilance.
The DMC is the first in Michigan to apply for a Joint Commission maternal care verification to improve maternity services, especially for women of color.
Michigan confirms its first human case of West Nile virus in 2024 in a Livingston County resident, while no infected mosquitoes are found in that county yet.
West Nile virus has been detected in Ottawa County's mosquito population, with no human cases reported. Health officials stress prevention due to the lack of a vaccine.
Jamestown Canyon virus detected in Kent County's mosquitoes; health officials advise precautions like repellent, protective clothing, and removing standing water. No human cases reported.
Due to a sewage spill in Livingston County, Michigan, Ore Lake and Little Ore Lake were closed, with local officials responding to contain the discharge and assess the environmental impact.
A confirmed measles case in Macomb County, Michigan, has led to potential exposure sites being identified and health officials urging vaccination and monitoring for symptoms.
A boil water advisory is in effect for parts of Allegan after a water main break on Tuesday. Residents must boil water due to potential bacterial contamination. The issue may resolve by Thursday.
A man was arrested for tampering with Sylvan Township's water treatment plant, prompting a "do not drink water advisory" for the local community pending safety tests.
A health advisory in Manistee County, MI, warns against swimming in Crystal Lake due to high E. coli levels detected by District Health Department #10 and Ferris State University studies.
Recall issued for Diamond Shruumz edibles in Michigan after reports of illnesses and hospitalizations linked to high levels of muscimol. No fatalities reported.
Mayor Mike Duggan celebrated the opening of Medicina Scarlett, a Detroit clinic providing bilingual healthcare to meet the needs of the local Spanish-speaking community.
A no-swimming advisory has been issued for Oval Beach in Saugatuck, Michigan, due to high E. coli levels detected by the Allegan County Health Department.
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