Central Michigan District Health Department

06/07/2026

At WIC, we know that screen time and digital devices are a big concern for families. The American Academy of Pediatrics has recently updated its recommended guidelines on digital media to prevent potentially harmful effects on your family's health, safety, and well-being! The AAP suggests several recommendations to support your family’s healthy use of technology:

• Create a family technology plan and set boundaries on digital media.
• Delay use of personal tablets.
• Watch and play alongside your children to monitor digital content.
• Use parental controls.

Check out the full article from the AAP, which provides even more recommendations and resources, such as a “Phone Ready questionnaire” and sample conversation starters about media: www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/Media/Pages/helping-kids-thrive-in-a-digital-world-AAP-policy-explained.aspx

06/06/2026

Warm weather: check! Fresh, in-season fruit for your berry-loving toddler: check! Using your WIC fruit and vegetable benefits to boost your produce budget: check!

Learn more about the latest WIC food package updates that allow for more flexibility and personalized options to fit your family’s needs: signupwic.com/news/wic-101-food-benefits-nutrition.

06/05/2026

Save the Date!

Central Michigan District Health Department is hosting its 17th Annual HIV/AIDS 5K Run/Walk on September 19 at Island Park! Virtual option is also available.

To sign up, donate, and explore virtual options, visit tinyurl.com/HIV5K.

06/04/2026

Have you avoided scheduling a pap test because you are worried about the cost?

You may qualify for the Breast & Cervical Cancer Control Navigation Program (BC3NP) if you are a Michigan resident and
• 40-64 years old with a cervical concern or in need of a routine screening OR 21-39 years old with breast concern AND
• within income guidelines AND have no insurance OR a high medical deductible.

To request an appointment or learn more, call CMDHD's Reproductive Health clinic at 989-314-7570. You may also request an appointment online at tinyurl.com/requestRH.

06/04/2026

**Gladwin County**

Medication Takeback Day
Tuesday, June 9
10am - 3pm
CMDHD Gladwin Office
103 N. Bowery

Stop by to dispose of your unused, expired, and unwanted medications safely. Disposing of unwanted medications through this event helps to prevent medication misuse and potential opioid addiction.

Note: We will not accept liquid medications, sharps, or inhalers.

This event is brought to you by the Clare Gladwin Prevention Coalition, Mid-State Health Network, Ten16 Recovery Network, and CMDHD. Questions? Call 989-426-8886 ext. 1063 or email [email protected].

06/03/2026

**Local Food Distributions**

Arenac County: Thursday, June 11 at 1pm - Au Gres Sims Schools (310 S. Court St., Au Gres). Food Bank of Eastern Michigan information and calendar: fbem.org/find-food/.

Clare County: Saturday, June 6 at 10am - Clare County Fairgrounds (418 Fairlane St, Harrison). Friday, June 12 at 10:30am - Leota Community Church (1946 Muskegon Rd, Harrison). Clare County Food: facebook.com/Clarecountyfood. Greater Lansing Food Bank information and calendar: ow.ly/Vzm450YwoNj.

Gladwin County: Saturday, June 6 at noon – Hope United Methodist (468 Ross St., Beaverton). Saturday, June 13 at 10am - Billings TWP Community Park (4404 Wieman Rd., Beaverton). Wednesday, June 17 at 10am - Gladwin CMDHD office (103 N. Bowery, Gladwin). Saturday, June 20 at 10am - Christ the King Lutheran Church (600 S. M-18, Gladwin; facebook.com/CTKingGladwin). Food Bank of Eastern Michigan information and calendar: fbem.org/find-food/.

Isabella County: Greater Lansing Food Bank information and calendar: ow.ly/Vzm450YwoNj.

Osceola County: Saturday, June 13 at 10am - Marion VFW Hall (109 Main St, Marion). Monday, June 15 at 3pm - Osceola County 4-H Fairgrounds (101 Recreation Ave, Evart). Feeding America West Michigan information and calendar: feedwm.org/mobile-pantry-schedule/.

Roscommon County: Friday, June 12 at 10am - Roscommon Sheriff's Office (111 S. 2nd St., Roscommon). Monday, June 15 at 10am - St Vincent de Paul (329 W. West Branch, Prudenville). Saturday, June 27 at 10am - Roscommon Schools Bus Garage (301 W. Sunset Dr., Roscommon). Food Bank of Eastern Michigan information and calendar: fbem.org/find-food/.

Note: CMDHD is sharing these scheduled food distributions from our community partners. Schedules are subject to change, so please verify with the distributing agency’s provided website to confirm before traveling. Find food pantries and other resources at 211 Michigan: mi211.org/.

06/03/2026

06/03/2026

Are you a new or expecting parent?

Join MDHHS for a virtual baby fair to learn how to be better prepared for your best adventure yet! Learn about resources available to you, important information, and ask questions to experts.

Two sessions are offered:
• Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 9:00-11:00 a.m.
• Tuesday, June 16, 2026, from 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Learn more and register at Michigan.gov/VirtualBabyFair.

06/03/2026

MDHHS recommends that Michigan households use a certified lead-reducing drinking water filter if your home has or if you are uncertain if it has one of the following:
• Lead or galvanized plumbing.
• A lead service line carrying water from the street to their residence.
• Old faucets and fittings that were sold before 2014.

The Statewide Filter Support Program offers eligible households a free certified lead-reducing drinking water filter and replacement cartridges. A household may be eligible for the water filter if they have a child under 19 or a pregnant Medicaid enrollee lives there, and the home has — or may have — lead plumbing, such as:
• Lead or galvanized plumbing.
• A lead service line connecting the home to the street.
• Faucets or fittings sold before 2014.

Learn more and apply for the program at https://www.michigan.gov/mileadsafe/get-ahead-of-lead/the-statewide-filter-support-program.

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06/02/2026

CMDHD is monitoring public beaches again this summer.

Each week during the swimming season, we test water at public bathing beaches in Arenac, Clare, Gladwin, Isabella, Osceola, and Roscommon Counties. We check for high levels of E. coli bacteria and harmful algal blooms (HABs).

If the water isn’t safe, we post a warning sign at the beach and update the results online. This is our 25th year monitoring public beaches, and our 10th year partnering with the Midland County Health Department to monitor select Midland beaches.

Check the latest beach conditions before you go: https://mienviro.michigan.gov/explorer/beach/map/results.