Author: Emily Smale

Barry-Eaton District Health Department Investigating Possible Measles Case – Public May Have Been Exposed at Two Restaurants April 18, 2025 The Barry-Eaton District Health Department (BEDHD) is investigating a potential case of measles in an Eaton County resident and is…

Healthy! Capital Counties Releases 2024 Community Health Needs Assessment that Identifies Regional Health Needs and Priorities February 26, 2025 Capital Area, MI – Healthy! Capital Counties (H!CC) has officially released the 2024 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA), a comprehensive report…

Pick-up Free Radon Test Kits during Radon Action Month January 6, 2025 January marks Radon Action Month, a time to raise awareness about the dangers of radon gas. Radon can’t be seen, smelled, or tasted, but high levels of radon…

Join the Great American Smokeout: Take the First Step Toward a Smoke-Free Future November 21, 2024 This November 21, the Barry-Eaton District Health Department (BEDHD) invites community members to participate in the Great American Smokeout, an annual event organized by…

West Nile Virus Detected in Eaton County: Protect Your Family and Fight the Bite! September 27, 2024 The Barry-Eaton District Health Department (BEDHD) was notified by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) that three birds in Eaton…

Take Charge This Sexual Health Awareness Month: Free Tools for a Healthier Life! September 11, 2024 September is Sexual Health Awareness Month and Barry-Eaton District Health Department (BEDHD) is proud to participate by raising awareness about sexually transmitted infections (STIs)…

International Overdose Awareness Day: Together We Can August 30, 2024 Join Barry-Eaton District Health Department (BEDHD) in observing International Overdose Awareness Day this August 31st by: raising awareness, supporting those affected by substance use, and working together to build a…

Don’t Wait… Vaccinate! Immunize Your Child for a Healthy School Year August 22, 2024 Immunizations are among the most effective tools we have to prevent serious diseases and their complications. Each August, the Barry-Eaton District Health Department (BEDHD) recognizes National…

Celebrate Breastfeeding Awareness Month this August with the Barry-Eaton District Health Department July 31, 2024 This August, Barry-Eaton District Health Department (BEDHD) is celebrating National Breastfeeding Month, with the theme “Feeding the Future in Every Drop.” This theme illustrates how…

Barry-Eaton District Health Department Celebrates National Breastfeeding Month with Community Events July 16, 2024 August is National Breastfeeding Month, a time to acknowledge, empower, and celebrate mothers and families on their breastfeeding journeys. The Barry-Eaton District Health Department (BEDHD) is…