Food Recall

Russell Stover Candies, Inc. issues Hazelnut Allergy alert for the 2 7/8 oz. size of Private Reserve Assorted Chocolates. Distribution includes Madison Heights, Michigan.

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(Posted 10/10/08)

2008/2009 Flu Vaccine Information

Flu shot vaccine is available for children (6 months of age and older) and all adults. Pneumonia vaccine is available to eligible persons (65 years of age or special health concerns). Shots are available on a walk-in basis at each of the Health Department's three main clinic locations.

For more information, locations and hours click here

Booster Seats.

More than a good idea -- it's the law!

As of July 1, 2008, all children in Michigan under age 8 or under 4'9" tall must be restrained in an appropriate car seat or booster seat while in a vehicle.  Seat belts are designed for adults, but booster seats can make seat belts fit children properly and significantly reduce the risk of injury in a crash.  All booster seats are designed to be used with a vehicle's lap and shoulder belt.

To get answers to frequently asked questions regarding booster seats, visit our Booster Seat Web Page.  Included on the web page are printable flyers in English, Spanish and Arabic.

To learn more about restraining children in traditional car seats, visit our Child Passenger Safety Program web page.  There are several printable fact sheets covering each stage (rear-facing, forward-facing and booster) of transporting your children in vehicles.

The Macomb County Health Department has two Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians that can help answer your car seat or booster seat questions or provide car seat inspections.  To speak with a Technician, please call (586) 412-3398 or (586) 412-3391.

Keep your distance and watch out for wild animals!

Watch your children and pets outdoors and keep them safe from animals that could possibly carry rabies.  Ensure your pets are up-to-date with their rabies vaccine.  Rabies is a universally fatal disease carried by infected animals.

World Rabies Day is September 28, 2008!

Click here for information on how to keep you and your family safe!

CDC Rabies Information

Frequently Asked Questions About Rabies

Rabies.  Beware of Rabies.  Be Aware of Rabies

Healthcare Providers Rabies PEP Information

                           Medication Collection

The Macomb County Health Department accepts unwanted & outdated  medications, from Macomb County residents, for safe and secure disposal.

For additional information, please click here or contact the Macomb County Health Department’s Household Hazardous Waste Hotline at (586) 466-7923.

                                    (Posted 10/9/08)