Currently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is recommending that moderately to severely immunocompromised people receive an additional dose of only the Pfizer or Moderna mRNA vaccine. This includes people who have:
At this time, an additional dose of the Johnson & Johnson (Jansen) COVID-19 vaccination is not recommended until further guidance is issued from the FDA and CDC. You should only receive a third dose of the type of vaccine you received originally. We encourage all individuals to consult with your health care provider to ensure a third dose is recommended.
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 9/13/21-9/19/21
September 13 - 19, 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.
National Preparedness Month: September 2021
Posted on Thursday September 02, 2021
If nothing else, COVID-19 has taught us to expect the unexpected. Disasters and emergency situations can happen to anyone at any time and they don’t wait for us to feel prepared. It’s important to ensure safety and protect your loved ones by preparing for disasters and emergencies throughout the year. This September, take the... Read More
World Heart Day: September 29, 2021
Posted on Wednesday September 01, 2021
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the number one cause of death on the planet and during the pandemic, there is even more of a threat for individuals with this condition to develop severe forms of COVID-19. No one knows what the future of the COVID-19 pandemic will look like, but we do know that taking care... Read More
National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month
Posted on Wednesday September 01, 2021
Did you know, that one in every five children in the United States is living with obesity? That’s why it is so important for people to learn more about this serious childhood health condition and how to support children on their way to good health. Childhood obesity is a major public health problem in the... Read More
September is Healthy Aging Month
Posted on Monday August 30, 2021
Healthy Aging Month is recognized as a time to celebrate life and the positive aspects of growing older. As we age, we become aware that our physical and mental health, as well as dietary and social needs, change over time. However, that doesn’t mean you’ve lost control. You can take charge of your well-being, by... Read More
National Immunization Awareness Month & the Importance of Immunizations
Posted on Monday August 02, 2021
One of the most important things a person can do to protect themselves and others from vaccine-preventable diseases and outbreaks, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, is checking their vaccination record and vaccinating according to the recommended immunization schedule. Outlined below are the recommended immunizations by age group. Baby Immunizations (Birth-3 years old): Babies are born... Read More
Additional September emergency food assistance benefits related to pandemic to be issued