During the Michigan Premier Public Health Conference June 15-17, the Health Department of Northwest Michigan (HDNW) former Health Officer and the agency were recognized for dedication and service to their communities. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services commended the dedicated service, support, and resiliency of the local public health departments across Michigan throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, awarding each agency with the Director's Award. HDNW Interim Health Officer Dan Thorell and health officers from across the State of Michigan accepted this award on behalf of their agencies.
Following authorization by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and recommendation by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Health Department of Northwest Michigan is scheduling appointments for children 6 months and older to begin their COVID-19 vaccination series.
Students are learning how to be part of community solutions through a project with RISE: Otsego Substance Free Coalition. Through the Street Art Workshop Series and Ramp Park Improvement Project, they are mixing art education and the creative process to improve Gaylord Ramp Park. The city-owned park draws young people to recreate with skateboards, BMX bikes and inline skates.
