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MDHHS Identifies 90 Cases of COVID Variant
MDHHS Identifies 90 Cases of COVID Variant
Contact: Chris Gautz (517) 256-3790
MDHHS Identifies 90 Cases of COVID Variant
IONIA, MICH. Results from the daily testing of prisoners and staff at the Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility, in Ionia, has resulted in the detection of 90 cases of the SARS-CoV-2, B.1.1.7 variant.
This testing occurred after an employee at the prison was found to have the variant and the Michigan Department of Corrections immediately began to test daily, all prisoners and staff.
Of the first set of samples provided to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Bureau of Laboratories, 90 of the 95 were found to have the variant. Of the 90, there were 88 prisoners and two employees. There are more than 100 lab results still pending.
This variant is believed to be more contagious compared to the SARS-CoV-2 virus, and as soon as it was detected in the prison, additional precautions were put in place, along with the daily testing.
Since the daily testing results have come in, the number of COVID-19 positive cases at the facility has been on the decline, which indicates the swift efforts undertaken to reduce the spread is working.
Based on available evidence, current tests and vaccines for COVID-19 also work against this new variant. Protective actions that prevent the spread of COVID-19 will also prevent the spread of the new variant, B.1.1.7.
Michiganders should:
• Wash hands often.
• Wear a mask around others.
• Stay 6 feet apart from others.
• Ventilate indoor spaces.
• Make a plan to get the vaccine when the opportunity becomes available.
Any Michigander who has traveled or has possibly been exposed to an individual infected with COVID-19 should get tested for the virus. Visit. Michigan.gov/coronavirustest to find the nearest test site.
Information around this outbreak is changing rapidly. The latest information is available at Michigan.gov/Coronavirus and CDC.gov/Coronavirus. To learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine, visit Michigan.gov/COVIDVaccine.
DNR: News Digest – Week of Feb. 15, 2021
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News Digest – Week of Feb. 15, 2021
Wondering what the founding fathers ate? Check out the historic small game recipe below. |
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Have you ever wanted to eat like a founding father? Small game was common in the diet of early European colonists in North America and likely was something these early settlers were quite familiar with. A common recipe of the time was “jugged hare.” Jugging referred to the way the meat was cooked: sealed in a jug or pot that was placed in a pot of simmering water, usually for a long time – basically a low-tech crock pot!
Taking an out-of-state hunting trip? Planning to rent a personal watercraft (such as a Jet Ski) on spring break? Don’t forget to take along a copy of your Michigan safety certificate, demonstrating your completion of an appropriate safety program.
If you or someone you know is seeking valuable experience working in wildlife conservation – or just looking for an interesting job that gets you outdoors – consider applying for one of the 55 open summer positions with the DNR Wildlife Division.
On April 11, 1944, Tuskegee Airman Lt. Frank H. Moody was killed when his Bell P-39Q Airacobra crashed in Lake Huron near Port Huron. He was one of 15 Tuskegee Airmen killed while training in Michigan during World War II.
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Commission seeks applications for Health Network Board vacancies
Commission seeks applications for multiple Oakland County Health Network Board vacancies
February 12, 2021, OAKLAND COUNTY, MI. – The Oakland County Board of Commissioners (BOC) is seeking applications to fill four vacancies on the Oakland County Health Network (OCHN) Board. Interested individuals can apply for a three-year term that runs from April 2021 to March 2024. The application can be found online at forms.oakgov.com/85 and must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. on February 19.
The OCHN leads a provider service network that assists approximately 23,000 Oakland County citizens at more than 300 service sites across the county. The network’s goal is to ensure that those who receive public mental health services through OCHN’s provider network are aware of and have access to services and supports that will improve their health and quality of life.
The BOC is seeking applications to fill two general public seats, one primary consumer seat (someone receiving mental health services) and one secondary consumer seat (a family member of someone receiving mental health services). To qualify, applicants must be residents of Oakland County. Those chosen for an OCHN Board position will receive $90 per diem and county allowance of mileage reimbursement. Members will attend all relevant meetings.
The OCHN meeting schedule is as follows:
- Committee of the Whole – Full Board participates at 4:30 p.m. on the second Monday of the month
- General Board meeting – Full Board participates at 6 p.m. on the third Tuesday of the month
- Board study sessions – Full Board participates at 5 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of the month
- Executive Committee meeting – Board officers participate at 12 p.m. on the first Monday of the month
For more information about the BOC, please visit www.oakgov.com/boc or call 248-858-0100.
Warning to Consumers of New Credit Card Scam
Media Contacts: Ryan Jarvi FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Attorney General Nessel Warns Consumers of New Credit Card ScamLANSING – Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is warning consumers of a new scam that’s been reported by at least one resident to the Department’s Consumer Protection team. The complainant reportedly received a call from a scammer who insisted that a new Michigan law has passed which dissolves credit card debt as long as the credit card number, expiration date, security code and ZIP code are provided. Nessel is urging anyone who gets this call to immediately hang up as it is yet another attempt to cheat people out of their personal information and hard-earned money. “Scammers are relentless and will try anything they can to steal your credit card information,” said Nessel. “Especially with tax season approaching, I cannot stress enough how important it is that we all stay hyper-vigilant when it comes to protecting ourselves. Remember, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.” Nessel encourages Michiganders to visit the Consumer Protection page on the Department’s website to get familiar with steps everyone can take to better protect themselves. Regardless of the type of scam, bad actors tend to use the same approach. Michiganders should always watch for one or more of the following signs:
Your connection to consumer protection is just a click or phone call away. Consumer complaints can be filed online at the Attorney General’s website, or by calling 877-765-8388. |