Beth Ann Hamilton

The Washtenaw County Health Department is releasing its 2025 annual report. This report summarizes local public health efforts to protect the community’s health and well-being in 2025. WEMU's Caroline MacGregor spoke health department spokesperson, Beth Ann Hamilton, and discussed environmental health services, WIC, and community health data reporting.

Lyme disease cases continue to jump round the state, including here in Washtenaw County. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.

Local health officials are encouraging residents to limit their time outside this week as many days are expected to be at subzero temperatures. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.

The Washtenaw County Health Department is predicting a continued rise in cases of influenza this winter. And a new influenza strain could evade immunity provided by this year’s flu vaccines. Spokesperson for the health department, Beth-Ann Hamilton brings us up to date on cases and the flu vaccine, which, health officials say, is the best tool health officials have in preventing hospitalizations and death.

As cases of the measles continue to climb in the U.S. and Michigan, Washtenaw County health officials want to remind the public it is an entirely preventable disease. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.

Norovirus is an infection that can cause severe vomiting and diarrhea. It can come on suddenly and is extremely contagious. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.

Washtenaw County health officials are reminding area residents that the flu virus evolves each year, and it’s a good idea to protect yourself with a flu shot. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.

The Washtenaw County Health Department is inviting members of the public to join an advisory committee to monitor programs designated for opioid settlement funds. WEMU's Caroline Macgregor reports.

The number of adolescents vaping is near record highs. And the reasons why many young people vape might surprise you. Caroline MacGregor reports.

The West Nile Virus has been detected in Washtenaw County. Health officials are reminding residents to protect themselves from mosquito bites. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.