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12/01/2025

December WIC Clinics: If you are pregnant or have children up to age 5, see if you are eligible! Give us a call at 1-800-221-0294.

12/01/2025

Recall check! While out shopping for that special item for baby, stay up-to-date on latest recalls and product warnings at: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls

11/30/2025

WIC and SNAP both help families access healthy food but they work differently.
WIC supports pregnant people, infants, and children up to age 5 and includes:
• Healthy food benefits
• Breastfeeding support
• Nutrition counseling
• Referrals for healthcare & social services
SNAP helps eligible households of all sizes purchase a wide variety of groceries.

11/29/2025

Each year, children are injured by hazards in and around the home. The good news is that the risk of injury can be reduced or prevented by using recommended safety practices, by using child products that meet safety standards, and by using child-safety devices. Most of the safety devices are easy to find and are relatively inexpensive. To be effective, they must be properly installed and reengaged after use.
Learn More at: https://www.cpsc.gov/safety-education/safety-guides/kids-and-babies/Childproofing-Your-Home

11/28/2025

DHD4 Residents: All DHD4 offices will be closed today November 28th in observance of Thanksgiving.

11/27/2025

DHD4 Residents: All DHD4 offices will be closed today Thursday, November 27th, and tomorrow, November 28th in observance of Thanksgiving.

Have a happy and safe holiday!

11/26/2025

December Immunization Clinics

DHD4 is hosting immunization clinics throughout December for children, teens, and adults. Call us at 1-800-221-0294 to schedule an appointment or learn more.

11/26/2025

By law, Michigan now requires blood lead testing for all children at 12 months and 24 months of age and at other intervals based on exposure risk. This approach is commonly called “universal blood lead testing”. Visit https://www.michigan.gov/mileadsafe/learn/blood-lead-testing to learn more about blood lead testing. To schedule an appointment, call us at 1-800-221-0294.

11/25/2025

11/24/2025

Every year on the Monday before Thanksgiving, APHA, Research!America and leading public health organizations take time to recognize public health professionals who work tirelessly to protect the health of all people and all communities. We are so grateful to be able to serve our communities in Alpena, Cheboygan, Montmorency and Presque Isle Counties.

11/24/2025

Montmorency County is looking for anyone involved in or interested in community service, emergency management, public health, faith-based outreach, or volunteer coordination to attend a community meeting to begin planning the formation of a county wide VOAD (Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster). If you are interested in joining one of these community session please RSVP to em@montcounty.org or call 989-619-5608.

11/24/2025

When it’s cold outside, families and individuals may need extra
support with food, housing or paying bills. Here are four ways
to get help during cold weather:
• Call 211 or visit Mi211.org to connect with help right in
your community.
• Visit MDHHS Heat and Utilities if your heating or electric
service has been shut off.
• Visit MDHHS Energy and Weatherization if you need help
paying for energy and weatherization costs.
• Read through the Cold Health and Safety Fact Sheet for
more information about how to stay safe during cold
weather.