Marquette County Health Department

Marquette County Health Department Enriching lives by preventing disease, promoting healthy lifestyles, and protecting the environment.

This page has been created to provide information to community members about the services our Clinic can provide. These include family planning services, routine breast and cervical screenings, as well as STD screening and treatment.

🦷 Healthy communities build healthy families.Community water fluoridation helps ensure that every child and every family...
11/14/2025

🦷 Healthy communities build healthy families.

Community water fluoridation helps ensure that every child and every family—no matter where they live—has access to strong, healthy teeth. It’s one of the simplest ways we can support lifelong oral health and reduce preventable dental problems across our communities. 💧✨

💻 Learn more at ILikeMyTeeth.org

📣 SAFE Storage + Disposal Kits Now Available!The Marquette County Health Department’s MC² Program is excited to offer FR...
11/13/2025

📣 SAFE Storage + Disposal Kits Now Available!

The Marquette County Health Department’s MC² Program is excited to offer FREE SAFE Storage + Disposal Kits to our community, thanks to support from the OPEN (Overdose Prevention Engagement Network) initiative.

These kits are designed to help households:
💊 Safely store prescription medications
♻️ Properly dispose of unused or expired pills
🛡 Prevent misuse, accidental poisonings, and environmental harm

If you or someone you know could benefit from a kit, please contact Jessy DeMarinis at jdemarinis@mqtco.org to request one.

For more information, visit https://michigan-open.org/programs/safe-storage-disposal-kit/

Together, we can make our homes and communities safer. 💙

🎉 Save the Date and Register Early — for the MDHHS Virtual Baby Fair! 🎉Are you a new or expecting parent? 👶💛Join the Mic...
11/12/2025

🎉 Save the Date and Register Early — for the MDHHS Virtual Baby Fair! 🎉
Are you a new or expecting parent? 👶💛

Join the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services (MDHHS) for a free Virtual Baby Fair — a fun, interactive way to get ready for your best adventure yet! Learn about helpful programs and resources, ask questions to experts, and connect with trusted state programs supporting Michigan families.

💻 When:
🗓️ Tuesday, December 2, 2025 | 9:00–11:00 a.m.
🗓️ Wednesday, December 3, 2025 | 6:00–8:00 p.m.

From safe sleep and immunizations to breastfeeding support, WIC, and newborn screening, this event brings together MDHHS experts from programs like Care for MiWell, Eat Safe Fish, BioTrust for Health, and more.

📲 Register today: Michigan.gov/VirtualBabyFair

📧 Questions? Email MDHHS-VirtualBabyFair@Michigan.gov or call 517-284-4992.

🍼 Take this opportunity to learn, connect, and celebrate your growing family — all from the comfort of home!

💙 Community Resource InformationWe’re sharing a flyer circulating in our area that highlights local resources for famili...
11/07/2025

💙 Community Resource Information
We’re sharing a flyer circulating in our area that highlights local resources for families experiencing food insecurity or financial challenges.

This resource includes information on:
🍎 Food pantry hours & locations
🥣 Daily hot meals
🎒 School weekend food programs
🛒 DoorDash grocery delivery (eligibility required)
🎁 Holiday meals & gift programs
💡 Utility assistance
❤️ Healthcare resources

These programs are available to help residents who may be affected by changes to SNAP benefits or other financial hardships.

If you or someone you know could benefit from these resources, you can scan the QR code on the flyer or visit the link below for more information:
👉 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ew4qGM8fXUPqSKGNSr_GO5DVJTf2bE5Vbe1xx1K1MGE/edit?usp=sharing

Please consider sharing this post to help spread the word — together, we can help connect our neighbors with the support they need this season.

📣 WIC Program UpdateFunding for the Michigan WIC Program has been extended through Friday, December 19, 2025.The Marquet...
11/06/2025

📣 WIC Program Update
Funding for the Michigan WIC Program has been extended through Friday, December 19, 2025.

The Marquette County Health Department WIC Program remains open and fully operational, and all benefits continue to be available and can be used as usual.

If any changes occur, families will receive updates at least 10 days in advance to help plan accordingly.

The situation remains fluid, and Michigan WIC continues to closely monitor funding developments. We’ll share any new information as soon as it becomes available.

WIC remains an essential program supporting pregnant women, new parents, infants, and young children with nutritious foods, breastfeeding support, and vital health services that help families stay healthy and strong.

For the latest local updates, visit 👉 www.mqthealth.org

🎃 Our staff’s Halloween spirit is infectious! 😄 This measles virus pumpkin is a fun reminder that vaccines protect you a...
10/31/2025

🎃 Our staff’s Halloween spirit is infectious! 😄
This measles virus pumpkin is a fun reminder that vaccines protect you and your family from more than just Halloween frights.

Stay healthy, stay spooky, and make sure your immunizations are up to date!

📣 Happening Now in Chocolay Township! Our MCHD team is set up at the Chocolay Township Hall today, Thursday, October 30,...
10/30/2025

📣 Happening Now in Chocolay Township!
Our MCHD team is set up at the Chocolay Township Hall today, Thursday, October 30, for a Flu & COVID Vaccination Clinic until 4:00 PM!

Stop by, roll up your sleeve, and protect yourself and your loved ones this season — no appointment needed!

💻 Save time by filling out your consent form ahead of time: www.mqthealth.org

📞 Questions? Call 906-475-7844

📍 Chocolay Township Hall - 5010 US HWY 41 South – Marquette, MI
🕑 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

📢 Our Health Officer is Retiring — Join Our Team!The Marquette County Health Department is seeking a qualified Administr...
10/30/2025

📢 Our Health Officer is Retiring — Join Our Team!
The Marquette County Health Department is seeking a qualified Administrative Health Officer to lead our agency in promoting and protecting the health of Marquette County residents.

As the chief administrator, this position provides overall leadership and direction for all Health Department programs and services. Responsibilities include:
✅ Planning, implementing, and evaluating public health programs
✅ Overseeing administration, budgeting, contracts, and personnel
✅ Ensuring compliance with local and state public health laws and regulations
✅ Providing leadership during public health emergencies

Minimum Qualifications:
🎓 Master’s Degree in Public Health and three (3) years of full-time public health administrative experience;
OR a related graduate degree and five (5) years of full-time public health administrative experience;
OR a Bachelor’s Degree and eight (8) years of full-time public health experience, five (5) of which have been in the administration of a broad range of public health programs.

💼 Annual Salary Range: $104,083.20 – $127,004.80, plus fringe benefit package
📅 Applications will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 21, 2025

📄 Details and application information: www.co.marquette.mi.us

The County of Marquette is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, gender, or disability in its programs or activities.

📣 WIC Program Update Funding for the Michigan WIC Program has been extended through November 24.The Marquette County Hea...
10/29/2025

📣 WIC Program Update
Funding for the Michigan WIC Program has been extended through November 24.

The Marquette County Health Department WIC Program remains open and fully operational, and benefits continue to be available and can be used as usual.

If any changes occur, updates will be shared with at least 10 days’ notice to help families plan accordingly. We’ll continue to share information as it becomes available.

WIC is an essential program supporting pregnant women, new parents, infants, and young children with nutritious foods, breastfeeding support, and vital health services.

For the latest local updates, visit 👉 www.mqthealth.org

📣 Flu & COVID Vaccination Clinic — Happening Thursday in Chocolay Township!Our MCHD team will be at the Chocolay Townshi...
10/28/2025

📣 Flu & COVID Vaccination Clinic — Happening Thursday in Chocolay Township!

Our MCHD team will be at the Chocolay Township Hall on Thursday, October 30 for a Flu & COVID Vaccination Clinic from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM!

Protect yourself and your loved ones this season. We bill Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance, and vaccines are also available at a low cost for those who are uninsured.

💻 Save time by filling out your consent form ahead of time: www.mqthealth.org

📞 Questions? Call 906-475-7844

No appointment needed — just bring your smile and roll up your sleeve 😉

📍 Chocolay Township Hall
🕑 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, Thursday, October 30

We’re looking forward to seeing our Chocolay Township neighbors! ❤️

📣 Register Today for Two Free Webinars Happening This Week!We’re sharing two great learning opportunities that highlight...
10/27/2025

📣 Register Today for Two Free Webinars Happening This Week!

We’re sharing two great learning opportunities that highlight how families, schools, and communities can work together to support inclusion and protect student rights. Registration is required for both events.

💻 Beyond Labels: Celebrating All Abilities
Tuesday, October 28 | 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Hear from Special Olympics Michigan Athlete Leader Max Hinga and other young adults as they share how inclusion and respect make a difference for everyone.
👉 Register: https://redcap.link/BullyPrevOct28

💻 Discipline Protections for Students with Disabilities
Wednesday, October 29 | 12:00–1:30 PM
Learn about the laws that protect students receiving special education services, including suspension, expulsion, and appeal rights.
👉 Register: https://tinyurl.com/yc7t8j9e

🦷 You’re teaching them to read, ride a bike, and say thank you—make sure you’re teaching them to brush and floss too!Bui...
10/24/2025

🦷 You’re teaching them to read, ride a bike, and say thank you—make sure you’re teaching them to brush and floss too!

Building healthy habits early helps protect little smiles for life.
💻 Find trusted oral health information at ILikeMyTeeth.org

Our Dental Outreach Program partners with local schools, dentists, and hospitals to help families learn the importance of oral health from the start—because strong habits (and healthy teeth!) begin early.
🪥 Learn more about our Dental Outreach Program: https://www.co.marquette.mi.us/departments/health_department/community_outreach/dental_outreach.php

Address

184 US 41 East
Negaunee, MI
49866

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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