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Michigan HHS Dept @MichiganHHS

Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services administers dozens of programs to improve the health, safety and prosperity of state residents.

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Fresh Michigan food is in full swing. Find farmers markets with MIFMA map: mifma.org/find-a-farmers-mar…. Prefer to pick your own? Explore U-Pick farms with Taste the Local Difference: localdifference.org/find-foo…. #MichiganGrown #SupportLocal
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Don’t let asthma take the fun out of summer camp! Follow this checklist to make sure the camp knows what to do. bit.ly/2qJVtaP

Summer Camp Asthma Checklist | Prepare Your Child

Summer camp asthma checklist helps plan and prepare, get ready for camp, and practice avoidance of asthma triggers.

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June is Oral Health Month. Start strong: bit.ly/4uuVo65.
A promotional image for Oral Health Month. It features a child and an adult brushing their teeth, framed in the shape of a tooth. The background is blue, with text that reads: "June is Oral Health Month. Good habits like brushing and flossing protect your teeth and your overall health.

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Preliminary data for 2025 is projecting a lower rate of 16.4 deaths per 100,000 residents compared to a rate of 30.8 in 2021. This suggests overdose deaths have continued to decline for the fourth year in a row. Read more via the MDHHS newsroom: bit.ly/4g8nwIL.
MDHHS New graphic with a green and white background with text the reads Michigan overdose death rate declines by 47 percent since 2021.

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This progress reflects Michigan’s continued statewide strategy and efforts to address substance use disorder through the pillars of prevention, harm reduction, treatment and recovery services. bit.ly/4g8nwIL

Michigan overdose death rate declines by 47 percent since 2021

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Higher temps are forecasted beginning today, June 10. Remember: When it is above 90° F, find somewhere with air conditioning or take cool showers or baths. Fans can help to cool off, but only if they blow directly on you. Learn more tips at Michigan.gov/ClimateandHealt….
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Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning
@MIOHSP
Jun 10
A great tip from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on how to clear out hot, stagnant air and cool your hot car in seconds. Learn more warm-weather road safety information at nhtsa.gov/campaign/heatstrok…
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Make sure babies have a safe sleep space when traveling. Babies should sleep alone in a crib, bassinet or pack and play. Learn more at: bit.ly/3DUasE1.
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Today is National Caribbean American HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, a day to address the impact of HIV on all Caribbean American people and show our support by speaking out against HIV stigma and promoting testing, prevention and treatment. Michigan.gov/HIVSTI
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Newborn Screening is a public health program required by Michigan law to find babies with rare but serious disorders that require early treatment. All babies need to be tested. For more information, visit Michigan.gov/NewbornScreenin….
Image illustrating "Newborn Screening" with icons of an ear, foot, and heart. Text reads: "A simple heel prick. Life-saving results." Silhouettes depict adults holding infants.

ALT Image illustrating "Newborn Screening" with icons of an ear, foot, and heart. Text reads: "A simple heel prick. Life-saving results." Silhouettes depict adults holding infants.

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We thank @GovWhitmer for signing an executive order to take focused action to make the recommendations of the Michigan Gun Violence Prevention Task Force a reality. Learn more about the task force and read the final report here: bit.ly/4u3R1yN.

Michigan Gun Violence Prevention Task Force

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Governor Gretchen Whitmer
@GovWhitmer
Jun 4
In this country, and only in this country, guns are the #1 killer of young people. Michigan knows this pain all too well. We’ve seen it in in our schools and universities, places of worship and places of employment — we shouldn’t have to live like this. We need action.
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Join us next week for the MDHHS Virtual Baby Fair on 6/11 and 6/16. There will be presentations on important health and safety information parents need to know, resources and the opportunity to ask program representatives questions. To register, visit Michigan.gov/VirtualBabyFair.
A flyer for a virtual baby fair. On the left, text reads: "Are you a new or expecting parent? Join us for a virtual baby fair to learn how to be better prepared for your best adventure yet." On the right, a smiling individual holds ultrasound images. Event dates and times are listed: Thursday, June 11, 2026, 9 to 11 a.m., and Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 6 to 8 p.m.

ALT A flyer for a virtual baby fair. On the left, text reads: "Are you a new or expecting parent? Join us for a virtual baby fair to learn how to be better prepared for your best adventure yet." On the right, a smiling individual holds ultrasound images. Event dates and times are listed: Thursday, June 11, 2026, 9 to 11 a.m., and Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 6 to 8 p.m.
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To help improve access for individuals seeking substance use disorder treatment (SUD) options, MDHHS has developed several new enhancements to programs and a new mapping tool to help individuals across Michigan better access SUD treatment. More info: bit.ly/3ZeizVX
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About 1,500 Michigan residents die each year due to firearm injuries. Another 2,900 suffer serious non-fatal firearm injuries. Firearm injuries are preventable and everyone has a role to play in prevention. Visit bit.ly/4jFYKOA to learn more.
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ALT A poster for National Gun Violence Awareness Day featuring two individuals sitting on the floor, playing with blocks. Behind them, an open cabinet displays a secured safe. A large green checkmark is prominent above them.

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Michigan HHS Dept retweeted
Governor Gretchen Whitmer
@GovWhitmer
Jun 1
Happy Pride 🏳️‍🌈 Michigan is a state for everyone. I will always stand beside the LGBTQ community and protect our neighbors, loved ones, and friends. To every LGBTQ Michigander, you are welcomed and celebrated here!
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The truth is… when kids’ teeth are healthier, they are, too. Kindergarten Dental Screenings help find dental problems early. They’re free, local, and now they’re required for all Michigan kindergarteners. Find one at Michigan.gov/DentalScreening.
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The MMR vaccine usually provides lifelong immunity. Make sure you know your vaccination status, and parents should check their child’s records. If you’re unsure, contact your health care provider. Learn more here: bit.ly/3nnWMIT
A person and a child smile while showing pink band-aids on their upper arms. The child holds a teddy bear. Text states the MMR vaccine is 97% effective against measles and advises staying up-to-date on vaccinations.

ALT A person and a child smile while showing pink band-aids on their upper arms. The child holds a teddy bear. Text states the MMR vaccine is 97% effective against measles and advises staying up-to-date on vaccinations.
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Millions of Americans are living with viral hepatitis, but many do not know it because there are often no symptoms. Talk to your health care provider about testing and treatment for hepatitis B and C.
The image is a public service announcement from the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services. It features the text "DID YOU KNOW?" followed by "Millions of Americans are living with viral hepatitis. Many don't know it." The background is blue with a pattern of question marks.

ALT The image is a public service announcement from the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services. It features the text "DID YOU KNOW?" followed by "Millions of Americans are living with viral hepatitis. Many don't know it." The background is blue with a pattern of question marks.

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You can learn more about infant safe sleep too at michigan.gov/safesleep.
The image contains a quote about infant safe sleep. A green circle at the top includes the text "Infant Safe Sleep." Below, a quote from a Michigan parent named Jennifer discusses finding valuable information online and from friends about infant safe sleep, including resources from the MI Department of Health.

ALT The image contains a quote about infant safe sleep. A green circle at the top includes the text "Infant Safe Sleep." Below, a quote from a Michigan parent named Jennifer discusses finding valuable information online and from friends about infant safe sleep, including resources from the MI Department of Health.
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Navigators work to empower, educate and advocate for all individuals who wish to become or continue as foster parents. For more information and to learn about the impact you can make as a foster parent, visit Michigan.gov/HopeForAHome.
Two people look at a laptop together. The poster promotes becoming a foster parent, highlighting the role of "Foster Care Navigators" in assisting and empowering foster parents. The design includes text encouraging raising hope and fostering dreams.

ALT Two people look at a laptop together. The poster promotes becoming a foster parent, highlighting the role of "Foster Care Navigators" in assisting and empowering foster parents. The design includes text encouraging raising hope and fostering dreams.
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