Detroit Health Department

06/05/2026

Join our Chief Public Health Officer and Director, Ali Abazeed, as he participates in a panel discussion at the Juneteenth Resistance Summit..The summit will take place at Gethsemane Missionary Baptist Church, 29066 Eton St., Westland, MI 48186, and will bring together community members for important conversations centered on empowerment, advocacy, and social change.

Register here: mobilize.us/mipeoplecampaign/event/955440/

We hope to see you there!

06/04/2026

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month.
Our brains help us stay connected to the people, places, and memories that make Detroit home. This month, we’re raising awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and reminding residents that learning the signs and talking about brain health can make a difference. Whether it’s checking in on a loved one, starting a conversation, or learning more about the condition, every step matters. for more information on Alzheimer’s, visit alz.org

06/04/2026

Detroit summer is here, and so is the sunshine!
 
Wearing sunscreen, seeking shade, staying hydrated, and covering up when possible can help prevent sunburn and reduce your risk of skin damage. Also, don’t forget to reapply sunscreen every 2 hours while out in the sun! Learn more about protecting you skin from the sun by visiting cdc.gov/skin-cancer/sun-safety

06/02/2026

👏clap if you’re against pools with:
-a pH value outside 7.2-7.8🧪
-murky water😶‍🌫️
-unsecured drains🫨
-no safety equipment🛟
Be pool safe this summer and check these things before jumping in!🏊

05/27/2026

The outbreak-related recommendation for an early MMR dose for infants ages 6–11 months has ended.

During the recommendation period, Michigan families stepped up: 2,371 early MMR doses were given to infants 6–11 months in counties at risk for community transmission, a 210% increase compared to the same time last year.

That helped protect babies during the measles outbreak. The best protection now is to make sure children stay up to date on routine vaccines, including MMR. Families with questions should talk with their child’s pediatrician or contact the Detroit Health Department.

05/25/2026

School’s out, the weather’s nice, and everybody’s outside, but between Memorial Day and Labor Day, traffic crashes involving teens and young drivers rise significantly. That’s why this time is known as the 100 Deadliest Days.

Enjoy the summer but move smart. Put the phone down, slow down, wear your seatbelt, and never get behind the wheel impaired. Getting to where you’re going safely is always the goal.

05/21/2026