BENZIE-LEELANAU DISTRICT HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Please share your voice by taking the 2024 Northern Michigan Community Health Survey, conducted by MiThrive. This survey is a chance for you to tell us what is most important to you. MiThrive, a collaborative body that brings together cross-sector partners including local health departments and hospitals across the 31 counties of Northern Lower Michigan, is working to improve the health of communities in these counties by collecting data, identifying key issues, and bringing people together for change.

What resources and strengths does the community have that can be used to improve community health?

We invite you to share your insights by taking the survey below. Survey is open now – October 6, 2024.

Calling All Community Partners! We’re excited to announce the launch of our photovoice project as part of the 2024 MiThrive Community Health Assessment. We are reaching out to you, as trusted community messengers, to help us promote this project within your networks.

About the MiThrive Photovoice Project:

• Who Can Participate: Individuals who live, learn, work, or play in Northern Lower Michigan.
• What We’re Looking For: Photos and stories that highlight the strengths and challenges of our communities in relation to health.
• Why It Matters: Contributions will help shape the 2024 MiThrive Community Health Assessment and future health initiatives.

How to Participate:

1. Capture Photos: Community members take pictures that represent their community’s strengths and challenges.
2. Share Their Stories: They provide brief descriptions of their photos, explaining their significance.

Participant Incentives:

• Impact: Submissions will directly inform the 2024 Community Health Assessment.
• Prizes: All participants will be entered into a drawing for a $50 gift card!

Details:

• Submission Period: July 29th - October 6th
• Learn More & Submit: https://northernmichiganchir.org/mithrive/
• Contact Us: mithrive@northernmichiganchir.org

COVID-19 Vaccine Information (last updated August 9, 2024): 

This year, our clinics will offer vaccinations for COVID-19 (Moderna), flu (Influenza), pneumonia (Prevnar), and RSV (Abrysvo). The clinics will run from the week of September 23, 2024, through the week of November 18, 2024. Schedule your appointment using the links below:

Leelanau Office Clinic

Benzie Office Clinic

 Unfortunately, we are unable to accept walk-ins for immunizations. Appointments required. Please call 231-882-4409, ext 3, or use the scheduling links to schedule.

Michigan's COVID-19 CASE DATA

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COVID-19 Testing Kits- 

Free at home test kits remain available at both Benzie-Leelanau District Health Department offices while supplies last. You are encouraged to have kits on hand before you develop symptoms.

Monday, November 11th, 2024- Veteran's Day

Thursday and Friday, November 28 & 29, 2024- Thanksgiving Holiday

Tuesday and Wednesday, December 24 & 25- Christmas Holiday

September is National Preparedness Month, a time to prepare ourselves, our families, and our communities for potential emergencies. Residents are encouraged to take simple steps to protect themselves and their loved ones. From creating an emergency plan to assembling a disaster supply kit, now is the perfect time to ensure you're ready for the unexpected.