Washtenaw County Health Department

The Washtenaw County Department of Health has released its 2024 annual health report. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has more on the department’s findings.

With measles outbreaks being reported across the country, a related virus included in the MMR vaccine—mumps—has now been detected in Washtenaw County. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.

The Washtenaw County Health Department has lost 6% of its total funding, due to President Trump shutting down COVID-related funds for state and local health departments. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story.

The number of firearm deaths in Washtenaw County dropped in 2024. That’s according to figures released by the Health Department and Sheriff’s Office. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Flu cases have been increasing in Washtenaw County this month with numerous reports of hospitalizations, especially among children and the immunocompromised. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.

Officials from the Washtenaw County Health Department are voicing both uncertainty and worry regarding Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s recent appointment as head of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.

As the Washtenaw County’s Opioid Settlement Steering Committee nears its expiration date, it’s suggesting a new committee be formed to track how the dollars are being used. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Temperatures are expected to hit the single digits, or colder, in Washtenaw County early next week. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has information on how to stay safe.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, radon gas is the leading cause of lung cancer for non-smokers. The Washtenaw County Health Department is urging residents to get their homes tested. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

As people make their way back to school and work after the holidays, certain viruses may go along for the ride. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has more about what illnesses are on the rise in Washtenaw County.