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Free COVID-19 Treatment Available Through the Washtenaw County Health Department

Washtenaw County residents who don’t have health insurance or access to a health care provider are invited to join COVID Plan4Health, a new Washtenaw County Health Department program that connects people to free antiviral treatment (Paxlovid) if they test...

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Get Your Updated COVID-19 Booster and Flu Shot

As the weather gets colder and more of us gather indoors with loved ones, flu and COVID-19 vaccines (including updated boosters) are critically important in protecting health. The Washtenaw County Health Department encourages everyone to get a flu shot an...

Opioid Deaths Increasing in Washtenaw County

The number of Washtenaw County residents who died of an opioid overdose increased by 28% between 2020 and 2021. This is consistent with the increasing trend in opioid-related deaths across the U.S. since the start of the pandemic. 

“Opioid-related...

What to know about COVID-19 in Washtenaw County

Washtenaw County is currently at a "medium"?COVID-19 Community Level (as of 9/22/22).  

CDC guidance at this level don't include broad masking recommendations. However, at all levels, people c...

Free KN95 Masks Available at the Health Department

Individuals can walk into to the Washtenaw County Health Department to pick up free KN95 masks. Masks are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. One adult size pack per person. Walk-ups only. No registration is necessary.&n...