Grand Traverse County Health Department

05/29/2026

Come visit us tomorrow at the LGBTQ+ Health Fair! Held at the Traverse Area District Library from 10-2. We will have games, giveaways, and trusted health resources. See you there!

Join us May 30th from 10am-2pm in the McGuire Room for an LGBTQ+ Health Fair!
Vendors include .wildfong

05/29/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Here at the Grand Traverse County Health Department, we have a marvelous team of mental health professionals that are dedicated to their clients and community!

Wondering if one of our programs could benefit you or a loved one?

Maternal Infant Health Program (MIHP): The program aims to provide education, resources, and support to promote healthy pregnancies, positive birth outcomes, and healthy infants.

E3 program: School-based counseling located at West and Central high school.

Youth Health and Wellness counseling: Counseling for ages 10-21 years old.

Visit our website to learn more: https://www.gtcountymi.gov/500/Services

05/28/2026

During your consultation the nurse will:

☑️Review your immunization history and discuss which vaccines you are eligible to receive
☑️Answer questions about the vaccine and the diseases they protect against
📅After your consultation, you can decide if you would like to set up an additional appointment for your vaccinations

📞Call 231-995-6131 to schedule!

05/27/2026

One way to access birth control and STI testing is right here at the Grand Traverse County Health Department. You can schedule an appointment or call us for more information. 231-995-6111 https://www.gtcountymi.gov/581/Reproductive-Sexual-Health

Need more options??

You can search for testing locations here: https://locator.hiv.gov/

And find locations to access birth control here: https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/adult-child-serv/childrenfamilies/familyhealth/familyplanning/take-control-of-your-birth-control

05/26/2026

YOU STILL HAVE TIME to schedule a 2026/2027 school year sport physicals now until July 10th for ONLY $15 at our Youth Health and Wellness Center in Traverse City! 🏀

We can also bill your insurance if you don't get your annual physical somewhere else. 🏐

Same-day appointments are sometimes available. Call 231-922-6416 to schedule today! 🏈

05/25/2026

Please note that our offices and clinics are closed today in observance of Memorial Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 26th, at 8:00 AM.

05/22/2026

🌟 Calling All Local High School Girls🌟
This summer, step into a space designed just for you! Join our Adolescent Female Summer Empowerment Group-where you can talk openly, build confidence, and learn tools that actually help in real life. No out-of-pocket cost!

Alongside a licensed therapist and your peers, you’ll explore:

😶 Emotions & expression
💕 Healthy relationships
🌱 Stress management
💪 Body image & self-esteem
⁉️ Navigating pressures & expectations
📱Media literacy in a digital world

Who: Open to all females entering grades 9–12
When: June 23–Aug 25 • Weekly • 3–4pm
Where: Grand Traverse County Health Department
Interested? Click here or scan the QR code to get started! https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/Xji9HhT8HM

05/21/2026

The WIC benefits updates from earlier this spring now include fish as a part of most food packages. Check out this post for what kinds are allowed, and for ideas on ways to incorporate fish into your meals. Once you try it you'll be hooked!

05/20/2026

🐝 If you are sexually active, STI testing is one of the most important things you can do to protect your health. STIs often have no symptoms, so regular testing is essential.

🐦Who should be tested? Check out this guide on the CDCs website: https://www.cdc.gov/sti/testing/index.html

🐝If you do need to get tested for an STI, or if you have questions, call us at 231-995-6113 to schedule an appointment with one of our highly experienced practitioners. We can sometimes get you in the same day!

🐦Need help with protection and prevention? The health department also has free condoms available during business hours - no appointment necessary.

You can learn more about our Reproductive Health clinic on our website www.gtcountymi.gov/581/Reproductive-Sexual-Health

05/19/2026

Please note that the Grand Traverse County Health Department will be closed on Monday, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day.

05/19/2026

Kindergarten Entry Check List:

Call 231-620-3697 to schedule your child's free hearing and vision screening today!

Located at the Grand Traverse County Health Department on 2600 LaFranier Road.

For more information on the required screening
visit: https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/adult-child-serv/childrenfamilies/familyhealth/hearing-laughter-seeing-smiles-/vision/parent-information