Ingham County Health Department

Calling all Ryan White Clients! The Ryan White Team is creating space for those who are struggling. Join us at Forest Community Health Center for peer support groups.

Share and listen to peers who have walked similar paths are understand what you are going through. If interested reach out to Taylor at 517-887-4307 or email at [email protected].

Aren’t able to attend the groups but still interested in these topics? Reach out to Taylor via email at [email protected] or 517-887-4307.

Tick season is here in Michigan!

As you enjoy the outdoors this spring and summer, take steps to protect yourself and your family from tick bites and tick-borne illnesses like Lyme disease.

• Use EPA-registered insect repellent
• Wear long sleeves and pants in wooded or grassy areas
• Check yourself, children, and pets for ticks after being outside
• Shower soon after outdoor activities
• Remove ticks promptly with fine-tipped tweezers

Ticks can be very small, so be sure to check hidden areas like behind the knees, around the waist, under the arms, and along the hairline.

If you develop a rash, fever, fatigue, or flu-like symptoms after a tick bite, contact your healthcare provider.

For more information, visit: https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/safety-injury-prev/environmental-health/Topics/mitracking/ticks

The Ingham County Health Department is closed today, Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. Regular business hours will resume tomorrow.

Today, we honor and remember those from our community and across the country who served our nation. We wish everyone a safe and healthy Memorial Day.