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.
DHD#10 is hosting weekly COVID-19 updates for our stakeholders. Listen to our COVID-19 updates for the latest information in your community.
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With COVID-19 still impacting our communities, it is more important than ever to get your flu shot!
Call 888-217-3904 to schedule your flu shot!
Get the latest updates and data on flu across Michigan to stay informed at www.michigan.gov/flu.
February is Children’s Dental Health Month
Posted on Thursday January 28, 2021
Children’s Dental Health Month brings up the many things parents and caregivers need to know about caring for kid’s teeth. From accidents to preventing cavities, learn how to maintain a healthy smile. Reduce your children’s risk of tooth decay: Limit between-meal snacks. If kids crave a snack, offer them nutritious foods. If your kids... Read More
#CondomMonth
Posted on Thursday January 28, 2021
Condomology? Say What? Condomology is an initiative by the American Sexual Health Association to ensure that the facts about condoms are available and understood by all, so people can make informed choices about their sexual health. There’s lots to know about condom use (and this is only one of the many methods of birth control). Good... Read More
Is Your Heart Healthy?
Posted on Thursday January 28, 2021
February is American Heart Month! Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. Every year, 1 in 4 deaths are caused by heart disease. The good news? Heart disease can often be prevented when people make healthy choices and manage their health conditions. Communities, health professionals, and... Read More
National Birth Defect Prevention Month
Posted on Thursday December 24, 2020
Did you know? Every 4 ½ minutes a baby is born with a birth defect in the United States. About 120,000 babies (1 in 33) in the U.S. are born each year with birth defects. In Michigan, approximately 8,000 babies are born with birth defects every year. Birth defects are the leading cause of death... Read More
Protecting the Community’s Health in their Homes
Posted on Tuesday December 22, 2020
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