Media Releases

Rabid Bat Identified in Livingston CountyAugust 21, 2026 A bat found in Livingston County has tested positive for rabies. This is the first rabies case in an animal reported in the county this year. The Livingston County Health Department (LCHD) wants everyone to...

LCHD Announces “Ready, Set, School!” A Free Health & Safety Fair for Young ChildrenAugust 5, 2026 Livingston County Health Department (LCHD) is excited to host Ready, Set, School!, a free family‑friendly event designed to help children ages 0-6 gear up for a...

Livingston County Health Department to Offer Free Radon Test KitsJanuary 5, 2026 January is National Radon Action Month – a fitting time to test for radon, a health risk that may be present in many Livingston County residences. This January, Livingston County Health...

First 2025 Detection of West Nile Virus in Livingston County ResidentClick here to view the original Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Media Release. August 8, 2025 West Nile virus (WNV) has been detected in a Livingston County resident. This is...

LCHD to Host Free Back-to-School Fair for Kids and FamiliesJuly 14, 2025 Livingston County Health Department is excited to announce Ready, Set, School!, an event to help families kick off the upcoming school year. Ready, Set, School! is a health and safety fair for...

Michigan Air Quality Impacted by Smoke and Fires this WeekendClick here to view the original Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Media Release. May 30, 2025 Meteorologists at the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and...

Protect Your Health by Preventing Tick and Mosquito BitesMay 27, 2025 As the warm weather returns, Livingston County Health Department (LCHD) is reminding residents to safeguard their health by preventing tick and mosquito bites. These small, yet potentially...

Livingston County Health Department to Offer Free Radon Test KitsJanuary 2, 2025 January is National Radon Action Month – a fitting time to test for radon, a health risk that may be present in many Livingston County residences. This January, Livingston County Health...

Fight the Bite: Protect Against Mosquito-Borne IllnessesAugust 9, 2024 As arbovirus activity increases, Livingston County Health Department (LCHD) is urging residents to take precautions to prevent mosquito bites and reduce the risk of contracting these potentially...