STD Fact of the Month
Did you know that 1 out of 5 adolescents and adults have had genital HSV Infection?

To learn more go to this site: http://www.cdc.gov/STD/Herpes

Influenza Information

Human cases of influenza A (H1N1) virus infection have been identified in the United States. Human cases of influenza A (H1N1) virus infection also have been identified internationally. For up to date information from the CDC, click here or from the Michigan Dept of Community Health, click here.

What You Can Do to Stay Healthy

• Stay informed. The websites above will be updated regularly as information becomes available.
• Influenza is thought to spread mainly person-to-person through coughing or sneezing of infected people.
• Take everyday actions to stay healthy.
  • Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hands cleaners are also effective.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread that way.
  • Stay home if you get sick. CDC recommends that you stay home from work or school and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them.
• Follow public health advice regarding school closures, avoiding crowds and other social distancing measures.
• Develop a family emergency plan as a precaution. This should include storing a supply of food, medicines, alcohol-based hand rubs and other essential supplies.
• Call 1-800-CDC-INFO for more information.

How Can I Get Free or Low Cost Health Care for Me & My Family? This site has links to other web pages with information and phone numbers for places with low cost or free health care, or help with health insurance.

Click Here for Questions and Answers on Medical Marijuana
Information about how the Department of Community Health will administer the Medical Marijuana Proposal approved by Michigan voters November 4.