Grand Traverse County Health Department

09/17/2025

Our providers can help you set your own, personalized health goals that work for your body and your lifestyle! 🌟 Book an appointment now by calling 231-995-6111.

Learn more about our services, visit www.gtcountymi.gov/Health-Department

09/16/2025

09/15/2025

National Preparedness Month is a great time to take small steps to make a big difference in being prepared. Build a go-bag with all the essentials you might need, so you don’t scramble in an evacuation situation.

Find a supply list here --> www.ready.gov/kit

09/13/2025

Ticks are still active! 🌳 Always inspect yourself for ticks after spending time outdoors and use an insect repellent like DEET. 🌞

To learn more about tick safety, visit: https://shorturl.at/Ymvz1

09/12/2025

DYK that 1 in 6 Americans experience foodborne illness every year.

Follow these safety tips to keep you and your family safe during National Food Safety Education Month!

To learn more about food safety: www.fda.gov/food/resources-you-food/consumer

09/11/2025

Weekly Beach Report:
⛱All Grand Traverse County beaches sampled on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, had satisfactory E. Coli levels. All beaches are classified as Level 1 and are considered safe for full-body contact. Please visit our website www.gtcountymi.gov/814/Public-Beach-Monitoring for the full report.

09/11/2025

On this 9/11 anniversary, we commemorate the lives lost and honor the heroes who emerged in the face of tragedy. We will never forget.

09/10/2025

Lead is a serious health risk, and it doesn’t just come from drinking water. Lead can also be found in old paint, household dust, and imported toys.

To learn more about being safe from lead, visit www.michigan.gov/mileadsafe.

09/09/2025

Celebrating Excellence in Public Health! 🌟

The Grand Traverse County Health Department was recently recognized by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services for maintaining its local public health accreditation.

📸: Harold Lassers

09/08/2025

GTCHD Promotes SepticSmart Week in September! 📢

Many residents in Northern Michigan depend on septic systems to manage their household wastewater. When these systems are properly maintained, they are safe and effective. However, if they are not regularly cared for, septic systems can fail, leading to contaminated drinking water and swimming areas, harmful algae blooms, expensive repairs, and damage to rivers, lakes, and wetlands.

View the full release here: www.gtcountymi.gov/2609/Media-Releases

09/07/2025

It's week one of football! 🏈

Who do you have winning today? Let us know!

09/05/2025

We are excited to announce the release of the Grand Traverse County Health Department's 2024 Annual Report! This report highlights the impact of public health in our communities over the past year, showcasing key initiatives, services, and successes. ⭐️

Check it out here: www.gtcountymi.gov/519/Reports

Public health focuses on protecting, promoting, and improving the well-being of our communities. Thank you for supporting local public health!