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Michigan Health Update: Cyclosporiasis Outbreak
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), in partnership with the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) and local health departments, is investigating a large and expanding outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a foodborne illness caused by the Cyclospora parasite.
Health officials encourage everyone to practice safe food handling by thoroughly washing fresh fruits and vegetables before eating them. Anyone experiencing symptoms such as prolonged watery diarrhea, loss of appetite, stomach cramps, nausea, or fatigue should contact their healthcare provider.
MDHHS will continue to provide updates as additional information becomes available.
For the latest outbreak information, public health recommendations, and prevention guidance, visit the MDHHS Cyclosporiasis Outbreak webpage here.
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Immunization: Protecting Michigan Communities Through Prevention
Christina Sellers, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC; Marcia M. Ditmyer, PhD
August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM), an annual observance that highlights the importance of vaccination across the lifespan. While immunizations are often associated with childhood, vaccines play a critical role in protecting individuals of all ages from vaccine-preventable diseases. During NIAM, public health professionals, healthcare providers, and community leaders are encouraged to promote awareness of recommended vaccinations and help ensure that individuals remain up to date on their immunization schedules.1, 2
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2026 Annual Meeting and Summit
On Thursday, June 25, 2026, the Michigan Public Health Association welcomed public health professionals, students, educators, researchers, policymakers, and community partners from across the state for our Annual Meeting & Summit. As the first in-person MPHA Summit since 2019, the event marked a long-awaited opportunity to reconnect, collaborate, and celebrate the remarkable work being accomplished throughout Michigan’s public health community.