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The Delta variant is spreading and COVID-19 cases are increasing across the country, prompting the CDC to update guidance for fully vaccinated people. Based on the CDC’s interim public health recommendations for fully vaccinated people, check out the DHD#10 COVID-19 Transmission Tracker Map to see if your county is recommended to mask up indoors, even if fully vaccinated. This map will be updated weekly, or check it out daily on the CDC website. The current map reflects data from 11/10/21-11/16/21 November 10-16, 2021 Public health as a whole strives to protect and improve the health of families and communities by promoting and supporting healthy lifestyles, conducting research, and through the detection and control of infectious diseases (CDC Foundation.) As your local health department, District Health Department #10 (DHD#10) is dedicated to supporting communities through population-based efforts to achieve better health outcomes and wellbeing for all. District Health Department #10 is the largest geographic health department in Michigan, serving ten counties including Crawford, Kalkaska, Lake, Manistee, Mason, Mecosta, Missaukee, Newaygo, Oceana, and Wexford. IMPORTANT UPDATES Public Meeting Notice – Board of Health – November 2021 Recursos en espanol (Resources in Spanish) Phone Scam Alert PFAS Water Investigation QUICK LINKS Calendar of Events Flu Clinics Food Recalls Press Releases Medical Director Recommendations WIC STD/HIV Testing Mail Order Condoms Water Testing Lab Food Service Information PUBLIC HEALTH MATTERS Thankful November Posted on Monday November 01, 2021 “When you practice gratefulness, there is a sense of respect toward others” – Dalai Lama What can you be thankful for this November? It can be the littlest things in life that end up bringing us the most joy. November is the perfect month to take some time and reflect on the things you can... Read More National Diabetes Month 2021 Posted on Monday November 01, 2021 November is National Diabetes Month and this year the experts are focusing on the link between diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Did you know, adults living with diabetes are more likely to develop heart disease and have a greater chance of a heart attack or stroke? Two times more likely, to be exact. Similarly, people with... Read More Great American Smokeout® Posted on Monday November 01, 2021 Every year, on the third Thursday of November, smokers across the nation take part in the American Cancer Society’s Great American Smokeout®. Quitting smoking is hard and you don’t have to stop smoking in one day, simply start with day one. This year, challenge yourself, or encourage someone you know, to use the day, November... Read More Open Enrollment 2022 Posted on Monday November 01, 2021 The open enrollment window for the Health Insurance Marketplace runs from November 1, 2021 through January 15, 2022 for the 2020 coverage year. Those with current plans are encouraged to review plan details and costs to ensure that the existing plan is the best option. Open enrollment is the only time to enroll in or... Read More Make Handwashing a Healthy Habit Posted on Wednesday September 29, 2021 If there was a way to help prevent illness wouldn’t you want to know about it? Well, there is! One of the best ways to prevent illness is simply by washing your hands! In just five simple steps, you can reduce the spread of diarrheal and respiratory illness so you can stay healthy. WET – wet... Read More @ DHD #10 In The News Novemeber 22 – Individuals 18+ Authorized to Receive Pfizer, Moderna, or J&J Booster Doses November 22- UPDATED: Time for Flu Shots, DHD#10 Offering Flu Clinic in Crawford County November 22- Remove the Risk From Your Home: Participate in Lake County’s Medication and Needle Take Back Event November 19- UPDATED: Time for Flu Shots, DHD#10 Offering Flu Clinic in Manistee County November 19- UPDATED: Time for Flu Shots, DHD#10 Offering Flu Clinic in Mason County November 16 – DHD#10 encourages individuals to quit smoking during Lung Cancer and COPD Awareness Month November 12 – DHD#10 recognizes the Great American Smokeout November 10 – DHD#10 Hart Office Seeking Donations for Winter Coat Drive by November 18 November 9 – UPDATED: DHD#10 and Mason County Eastern School District Announce Opening of Wellness Center November 8 – UPDATED: Time for Flu Shots, DHD#10 Offering Flu Clinic in Mason County November 4 – West Shore ESD and DHD#10 Hosted Event to Promote the COVID-19 Vaccine November 3 – UPDATED: Time for Flu Shots, DHD#10 Offering Flu Clinics in Lake County November 3 – Time for Flu Shots, DHD#10 Offering Flu Clinic in Mecosta County November 3 – UPDATED: Time for Flu Shots, DHD#10 Offering Flu Clinic in Newaygo County November 3 – UPDATED: Time for Flu Shots, DHD#10 Offering Flu Clinics in Oceana County November 3 – Children 5-11 Now Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccine November 2 – DHD#10 Launches Secure Texting System for COVID-19 Case Notification and Contact Tracing November 1 – UPDATED: Time for Flu Shots, DHD#10 Offering Flu Clinic in Manistee County IN MICHIGAN Drinking water testing continues in City of Benton Harbor to ensure residents have access to clean, safe drinking water MDHHS highlights long-term care facility visitation guidance ahead of the holidays MDHHS issues Request for Proposals for juvenile justice mental-health related delinquency reduction GET SOCIAL EMERGENCY CONTACT INFOCLIENT FEEDBACKSTAFF DIRECTORYJOIN OUR TEAMEMPLOYEE ACCESSWEBSITE FEEDBACKPRIVACY POLICY Have questions? 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