* HOT TOPICS *         H1N1 INFLUENZA       • H1N1 INFLUENZA INFORMATION       • Bay County Healthcare Providers Administering the H1N1 Vaccine       • Fifth Guy Campaign       • Nasal H1N1 Vaccine Information       • Injectable H1N1 Vaccine Information **H1N1 Vaccine Now Available at Walk-in Clinics at the BCHD** All members of the public are now able to receive the H1N1 vaccine during our walk-in clinics at the Bay County Health Department. Beginning March 1st, walk-in clinic days and times are as follows: Fridays Only from 8:30 am until 11:30 am and from 1:30 pm until 4:00 pm. BCHD will also continue to distribute H1N1 vaccine to enrolled area providers and pharmacies who will also administer doses.  ARRA Adult Immunization Program The Bay County Health Department is pleased to announce the expansion of our adult vaccine program for those adults 19 years of age and older who are uninsured (without health insurance coverage) or underinsured (health insurance that does not cover immunizations). ARRA Adult Immunization Clinic Information Free Weather Spotter Class Offered Learn how to report weather phenomena and more importantly, learn what kind of weather to report and when to report it. Weather Spotter Class April 28th, 2010 MI Immunization Timely Tips Newsletter MI Immunization Timely Tips Newsletter is published by the MDCH.  The February issue highlights articles regarding H1N1 vaccine for children and Lancet journal's recent retraction of a published study linking the MMR vaccine to Autism and bowel disease. MITT February 2010 Newsletter Eat Safe Fish and Wild Game You can find information on safe fish and wild game consumption guidelines as well as Saginaw Bay/River fish advisory information. Eat Safe Fish and Wild Game Michigan Tattoo Parlor/Body Art Licensing Information You can find information to frequently asked questions regarding tattoo parlor/body art facility licensing, and also a list of currently licensed facilities in Michigan. Tattoo/Body Art licensing Information Michigan Smoke Free Law  FAQ's           You can find the answers to frequently asked questions regarding the new Michigan Smoke Free law that will go into effect in May 2010.      FAQ's Smoke Free Law                                                          SEASONAL INFLUENZA The Bay County Health Department is currently out of adult seasonal influenza vaccine.  We will make this information available to the public if and when we receive vaccine. Seasonal Flu Vaccine Information

The Health Department Consists of the following divisions: Bay Health Plan, Part B  Children's Special Health Care Division on Aging  Early On Emergency Services Emergency Preparedness Environmental Health Family Planning Health Screening Hearing and Vision Immunizations and Communicable Diseases Laboratory Maternal & Child Health Medical Examiner Public Health Clinical Division Women, Infant, Children (WIC)   Other Areas of Interest Annual Reports Community Health Newsletters Health Status Reports Saginaw / Bay Beach Resources Bay County Food Resources Trends in Child Well-Being in Bay County Kids Count Data Center

Bay County Health Department Mission: The mission of the Bay County Health Department is to improve the community's quality of life by the promotion of optimum health through the prevention and control of disease.

HEALTH INFORMATION LINE:
The Bay County Health Department has also established an information phone line to keep residents up to date on the latest health news in the county.  The Health Info Line will provide the latest information regarding vaccinations, outbreaks, clinic hours, as well as other health issues involving area residents. The line will provide phone numbers for people to call if they have health-related questions.  The information line will be updated as needed.  To reach the Health Info. line, contact (989) 895-4192.

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