Huron County Health Department

02/10/2026

⚠️How much lead is dangerous for children?​​

There is no safe amount of lead for kids. Most children will not look sick, but being exposed to even a small amount of lead can be harmful. A blood test is an easy way to find out if your child has lead exposure. Your pediatrician and most local health departments can test for lead in the blood.

Did you know there could be lead in everyday items like toys and bowls? It could also be in the paint on the walls or the pipes under the sink. In this video...

02/10/2026

🖥️ Registration link: https://redcap.link/CSNFund

02/06/2026

With lots of thought and consideration, we have decided to cancel Saturday's distribution due to the fridged temperatures for Saturday morning. This decision did not come easily as we know lots of people depend on the food but we have to keep the safety of everyone in mind. If you are in need of emergency food, please call 2-1-1. You can also find other food distributions here https://www.fbem.org/find-food/

02/05/2026

Don't fumble the ball this Super Bowl Sunday! If you're hosting, be sure to:

🏈 Clean and sanitize all cooking surfaces and utensils, especially after handling raw meat.
🏈 Wash hands immediately before and after handling food.
🏈 Keep crockpots on the warm or low setting and always use a cold source (such as a bowl of ice) below cold foods.

02/04/2026

01/31/2026

Healthy beginnings are built on nourishment. WIC services help families access nutritious foods and education that support growth, development, and lifelong healthy habits. 🥕

What’s one nutritious choice you’re focusing on this season?

01/31/2026

Today is the last chance to make your voice heard! Help improve HIV prevention and care in Michigan by taking this anonymous, five-minute survey.

Don’t miss out—take the survey now: https://bit.ly/mdhhs_hiv_survey

01/30/2026

🚩RECALL ALERT

Consumers who may have purchased recalled Ge**er® Arrowroot Biscuits should not feed this product to their child and can return the product to the retailer where it was purchased to receive a refund.

For consumer support and product questions, Ge**er is available 24/7 at 1-800-4-GERBER (1-800-443-7237).

Full FDA announcement and batch codes can be found at: https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/gerber-products-company-announces-voluntary-recall-limited-batches-arrowroot-biscuits-out-abundance?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

01/30/2026

🟩Day #5 of Radon Awareness Week!

Raising awareness about radon is critical because this invisible, odorless gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. Testing your home is the only way to know if you’re at risk—and taking action can save lives.