Regional Alliance for Healthy Schools

02/03/2026

02/03/2026

Each February, young people nationwide raise awareness about teen dating violence through Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM). This annual monthlong push focuses on advocacy and education to stop dating abuse before it starts.

Join us by using the hashtag

02/03/2026

We ❤️ handwashing! Washing your hands correctly and often is one of the best ways to stay healthy and prevent germs from spreading.

Does your business, school, organization, or community location need new handwashing signs?

We have FREE multilingual posters, vinyl window stickers, plastic placards, and stickers all available for pick-up!

Downloadable/printable files are also available.

See the order link in the comments below ⬇️

01/28/2026

In cooperation with OCED and other organizations throughout Washtenaw County, the Shelter Association of Washtenaw County (SAWC) is providing emergency shelter for homeless individuals during the winter months.

01/26/2026

01/21/2026

It's super cold this week. 🥶 Do you know how to prevent frostbite and hypothermia?

✅ Limit your time outside when it's very cold. If you have to venture out, dress in layers and wear hats, gloves, and waterproof boots. Make sure to cover up your fingers, ears, chin, cheeks, nose, and toes.

✅ Stay dry (wet clothing can speed up heat loss).

✅ Drink warm fluids and avoid alcohol, which can lower your body temperature.

Make sure you know the signs:

❄️ Frostbite: Numbness, white or grayish skin, or skin that feels waxy or firm.

❄️ Hypothermia: Shivering, confusion, slurred speech, and drowsiness.

If you suspect frostbite or hypothermia, get medical help immediately. Get more cold weather safety info using the link in the comments.

01/20/2026

In the face of hatred, Dr. King inspired us to build a society filled with hope, kindness, and love for our neighbor.

01/07/2026

Vaccines are one of the most powerful and effective tools we have to protect children, adults, and entire communities from serious and preventable diseases.

We want to be clear: recent federal changes to vaccine schedules are not based on new evidence or new science.

➡️ In Michigan, we continue to recommend evidence-based childhood vaccine schedules that protect kids and families. See the guidance in the link in the comments.

As always, talk with your child's health care provider if you have questions.

12/18/2025

Measles is in Michigan. There was just another case reported in Oakland County (see more details in the comments).

⚠️ Measles is very contagious and can lead to severe complications, especially in children.

Make sure you and your family are protected with MMR vaccination. 2 doses of the MMR vaccine is about 97% effective at preventing measles!

Getting vaccinated helps protect others too, like babies who are too young to get vaccinated.

You can walk in to the Health Department (555 Towner in ) to get an MMR vaccine or check your vaccine record! Check out the graphic for hours and details.

12/16/2025

Ypsilanti Community Schools: Important Dates & Winter Break Notice

Please take note of the following important dates for early dismissals and the upcoming Winter Break:

Early Dismissal: December 18 and December 19

Winter Break: December 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026

School Resumes: Monday, January 5, 2026

We wish all of our students, families, and staff a safe, warm, and restful Winter Break!

12/12/2025

Most norovirus is spread from people not washing their hands after using the bathroom. 😬💩

We usually see more norovirus spreading in the winter. Norovirus spreads very easily - and it is NOT fun to be sick with!

Avoid norovirus with these tips:

✅ Wash your hands with soap and warm water often - hand sanitizer doesn't work well against norovirus!

✅ Stay home if you're sick (norovirus sheds for a week after someone recovers from infection).

✅ Disinfect with a bleach-based cleaning solution.

✅ Do not prepare food for others if you're sick.

Learn more using the link in the comments.

12/10/2025

Due to inclement weather and poor road conditions, IAF will be closed today.