Genesee County Health Department

Genesee County Health Department Our mission is to improve public health and equity in Genesee County through exceptional services, advocacy, and meaningful collaboration.

Our vision is to be Genesee County’s trusted public health resource, supporting communities to thrive.

Have a Safe & Healthy Blast at the Genesee County Fair! The Genesee County Fair is where memories are made! From enjoyin...
08/23/2026

Have a Safe & Healthy Blast at the Genesee County Fair!

The Genesee County Fair is where memories are made! From enjoying elephant ears and live performances to seeing farm animals, the Fair has so much fun to offer! The last thing anyone would want is for the fun to be cut short by sickness.

Learn more with the link in the comments.

Your first day without va**ng can be tough. Below are five steps you can take to make your quit day a little easier. To ...
08/22/2026

Your first day without va**ng can be tough. Below are five steps you can take to make your quit day a little easier.

To learn more visit the link in the comments.

We had a great time introducing everyone to COMPASS at Deps & Dogs at Back to the Bricks and at the Flushing Raider Rall...
08/21/2026

We had a great time introducing everyone to COMPASS at Deps & Dogs at Back to the Bricks and at the Flushing Raider Rally!

Look for COMPASS next at the Crim and at Genesee County Day at Crossroads Village.

What is COMPASS?

COMPASS stands for Community Outreach Mobile-unit: Providing Access, Support, and Services. COMPASS is a 38-foot mobile health unit operated by the Genesee County Health Department. Fully equipped to deliver a wide variety of public health resources, COMPASS travels throughout Genesee County to bring services directly to the communities that need them most. For more information, see the link in the comments!

MDHHS is confirming that Michigan’s childhood vaccine schedule is unchanged. Clinicians are advised to continue to use t...
08/20/2026

MDHHS is confirming that Michigan’s childhood vaccine schedule is unchanged.

Clinicians are advised to continue to use the evidence-based immunization schedules developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics and endorsed by 12 leading medical and health organizations.

Families are encouraged to review their child’s immunization records and ensure vaccinations are up to date before the start of the school year.

Read more about the American Academy of Pediatrics schedule, the full MDHHS press release, and how to obtain immunization records in the comments.

Here’s some tips for Breastfeeding Success:✅ Don’t do this alone – Make a support team ✅ Hold your baby skin-to-skin✅ Br...
08/20/2026

Here’s some tips for Breastfeeding Success:
✅ Don’t do this alone – Make a support team
✅ Hold your baby skin-to-skin
✅ Breastfeed in the first hour after birth
✅ Avoid pacifiers and bottles in the first weeks of life
✅ Breastfeed/pump often to increase milk supply
✅ Eat healthy and stay hydrated

We would be privileged to be a part of your breastfeeding support team. Want to learn more?

✨ Visit our Genesee County WIC office, or call our WIC breastfeeding Peer Counselors at 810-237-4606

Searching for answers about how to take care of your septic? We’re here to help!Genesee County Environmental Health sugg...
08/19/2026

Searching for answers about how to take care of your septic? We’re here to help!

Genesee County Environmental Health suggests:
- Have your septic tank pumped routinely every 3 to 5 years – This helps prevent overfilling and sewage spilling on your property

- Avoid putting food, heavy cleaning products or baby wipes down your drains – This helps prevent the system from clogging and makes sure waste breaks down properly

- Keep surface water away from your septic system – This helps prevent waste from coming out of your septic system

- Do not drive, plant trees, or put a fire pit on your septic field – Damaging the septic system can create sewage spillage

Link in the comments for more information about caring for your septic system

MDHHS has confirmed a case of eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) in a Roscommon County resident. This is the first human ...
08/19/2026

MDHHS has confirmed a case of eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) in a Roscommon County resident. This is the first human case in Michigan since 2021.

State and local health departments, along with the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development and Michigan Department of Natural Resources, have been and will continue to monitor for signs of EEE in humans, mosquitoes, domestic animals, and wildlife.

EEE virus is spread to people by the bite of an infected mosquito. Residents are encouraged to protect themselves against EEE or any other mosquito-borne diseases by reducing the number of mosquitoes around your home and taking steps to avoid mosquito bites.

The link to the press release and more information on Vectors: Ticks & Mosquitoes is in the comments.

Did you know fish, like salmon, light tuna, and trout, can be a healthy choice to support your breastfeeding journey? Th...
08/18/2026

Did you know fish, like salmon, light tuna, and trout, can be a healthy choice to support your breastfeeding journey? They provide healthy fats, like Omega-3, which support your baby’s brain growth! 🧠

🐟 Each week, eat about 8-12oz of fish that are low in mercury (see list of fish in the comments)!

🐟 Try making a salmon or tuna salad using canned fish and mayonnaise or plain yogurt. You can even add onion and celery for a refreshing crunch. Serve with whole wheat crackers or on a bed of lettuce.

With Daddy as a Doula, moms and dads learn together, prepare together, and welcome their baby together. Because the best...
08/17/2026

With Daddy as a Doula, moms and dads learn together, prepare together, and welcome their baby together. Because the best start begins when parents work as a team. Visit the link in the comments or scan the QR code to sign up for a training today!

Boil Order Lifted: The boil order issued on Thursday, August 13th for parts of the City of Burton and Grand Blanc Townsh...
08/17/2026

Boil Order Lifted: The boil order issued on Thursday, August 13th for parts of the City of Burton and Grand Blanc Township has been lifted.

Please see the below communication from the Genesee County Drain Commissioner's Office - WWS for more information.

August 14, 2026 – 5:00 p.m.

Genesee County Drain Commissioner’s Office, Division of Water and Waste Services (GCDC – WWS) announces the boil order which had been in place for portions of Grand Blanc Township and City of Burton has been lifted. The order had been put into place due to a reduction in water pressure as a result of equipment failure. The equipment has since been repaired.

This afternoon our office received results from the second of two consecutive rounds testing from the affected areas. Both rounds of sampling showed results within normal established parameters for safe drinking water.

GCDC-WWS thanks those in the area for their patience and understanding. If any resident has questions or concerns related to their water and sewer service, please contact GCDC-WWS at 810-732-7870. The after-hours emergency number for the Genesee County Drain Commissioner’s Office is 810-762-3626.

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324 S. Saginaw Street
Flint, MI
48502

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