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The department will now tackle improving access to mental health resources, health care and health food. WEMU's Taylor Bowie has more.
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The opioid epidemic is alive and well in Washtenaw County. In addition to prescription medications, fentanyl and heroin continue to claim lives. Fortunately, Narcan is saving lives. The Washtenaw County Health Department has put a focus on harm reduction and recovery when it comes to drug use. through the "It Is Possible" campaign. Communications coordinator Beth Ann Hamilton joined Rylee Barnsdale to discuss educating the efforts.
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According to the Washtenaw County Health Department, there were 56 opioid-related deaths in the county in 2023. As WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports, Eastern Michigan University is working to help prevent such deaths on campus.
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Local health officials encourage residents to check their vaccination status. WEMU's Taylor Bowie has more.
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The Washtenaw County Health Department is reporting a case of measles and alerting the public of possible exposure at one location. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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State health officials have confirmed a case of measles in Oakland County. It’s the first case in the state of Michigan since 2019. WEMU’s Taylor Bowie has more on what Washtenaw County residents can do to protect themselves.
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The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners appointed the Opioid Steering Committee at Wednesday’s meeting. The group will make recommendations on how best to spend the settlement money the county receives from national litigation against opioid manufacturers and pharmacies. WEMU’s Taylor Bowie has more.
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The Washtenaw County Health Department has relaunched the "It Is Possible" campaign to help local residents kick their substance abuse problems. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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Washtenaw County Health officials are encouraging residents to test their homes for radon, a carcinogenic gas. WEMU’s Taylor Bowie has more on how to access tests.
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The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will present the county’s quadrennial budget at this evening's meeting. WEMU's Taylor Bowie has more details.