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Author: Sabrina Wade

Posted on: August 19, 2026 Last updated on: August 19, 2026 Written by: Sabrina Wade

HDNW Highlights National Breastfeeding Month with Local Support and Resources

HDNW is recognizing National Breastfeeding Month by raising awareness of the health benefits of breastfeeding for mothers and babies and highlighting the breastfeeding support services available to nursing families in the community.
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Posted on: July 31, 2026 Last updated on: July 31, 2026 Written by: Sabrina Wade

Antrim County Beach Advisory Lifted

HDNW is lifting a beach advisory for Richardi Park, in the Village of Bellaire, Antrim County.
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Posted on: July 29, 2026 Last updated on: July 29, 2026 Written by: Sabrina Wade

Antrim County Beach Advisory Elevated to Full Body

HDNW is issuing a full body beach advisory for Richardi Park, in the Village of Bellaire, Antrim County.
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Posted on: July 22, 2026 Last updated on: July 22, 2026 Written by: Sabrina Wade

Wilderness State Park Advisory Lifted

HDNW is lifting a beach advisory for Wilderness State Park in Emmet County. There are no beach advisories in Antrim, Charlevoix, Emmet, and Otsego counties.
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Posted on: July 22, 2026 Last updated on: July 22, 2026 Written by: Sabrina Wade

Wilderness State Park Advisory Issued

HDNW is issuing a full body advisory for Wilderness State Park, in Emmet County. The advisory is posted at the beach.
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Posted on: July 16, 2026 Last updated on: July 16, 2026 Written by: Sabrina Wade

HDNW Urges Residents to Protect Their Health During Wildfire Smoke Event

HDNW is urging residents to take precautions as wildfire smoke continues to affect the air quality across the region.
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Posted on: July 7, 2026 Last updated on: July 7, 2026 Written by: Sabrina Wade

Rabies Awareness: What to Know About Bat Encounters

HDNW was notified on Thursday that a bat collected in Emmet County has tested positive for rabies. There have been no human cases of rabies associated with this incident.
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Posted on: July 6, 2026 Last updated on: July 14, 2026 Written by: Sabrina Wade

What You Should Know About Kratom

HDNW is encouraging residents to learn about the potential risks of kratom, an herbal product that has become increasingly available in retail stores and online.
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Posted on: June 26, 2026 Last updated on: July 14, 2026 Written by: Sabrina Wade

HDNW Reaffirms Commitment to Dental Care During DCN Transition

HDNW, serving Antrim, Charlevoix, Emmet, and Otsego counties, is providing information regarding the transition of operational management for Dental Clinics North (DCN).
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Posted on: June 18, 2026 Last updated on: June 18, 2026 Written by: Sabrina Wade

HDNW Launches Annual Beach Monitoring Program

HDNW will begin its annual beach monitoring program on Monday, June 22, helping to ensure safe recreational water conditions throughout the summer season.
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5 Locations To Serve You!

220 W. Garfield Ave.
Charlevoix, MI 49720

3434 M-119, Suite A
Harbor Springs, MI 49740

95 Livingston Blvd.
Gaylord, MI 49735

205 Grove St.
Mancelona, MI 49659

209 Portage Dr.
Bellaire, MI 49615

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Healthy People in Healthy Communities

Health Department of Northwest Michigan is here to serve our entire community and to achieve health equity by promoting well-being, preventing disease, and protecting the environment through partnerships, innovation, and excellence in public health practice.

We proudly serve the residents of Antrim, Charlevoix, Emmet, and Otsego Counties.

Locations

220 W. Garfield Ave.
Charlevoix, MI 49720

3434 Harbor-Petoskey Road, Suite A
Harbor Springs, MI 49740

95 Livingston Blvd.
Gaylord, MI 49735

205 Grove St.
Mancelona, MI 49659

209 Portage Dr.
Bellaire, MI 49615

Contact Information

Appointments and Information
800-432-4121

Public Health Information Line
800-386-5959

Office Hours
Monday thru Friday
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Closed Daily for Lunch: Noon-1pm

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