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Environmental Health

The Environmental Health Bureau (EHB) uses the best available science to reduce, eliminate, or prevent public health harm from environmental, chemical, and physical hazards. Learn more about EHB

***If you believe you are in immediate danger, call 911 or contact Poison Control at 800-222-1222.

For less urgent concerns, call the MDHHS Toxicology and Environmental Health hotline at 800-648-6942, Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.



Some of the topics covered in the Badge of Better Health Campaign are found in our A-Z list:

Environmental Health Topics A-Z

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Mold

Sometimes mold grows in places it shouldn’t- including inside our homes or workplaces. This kind of mold needs to be cleaned up so that it doesn't cause health problems.

Learn more about mold
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Care for Mi Drinking Water

Water is an essential part of all living things. It is important for everyone to be aware of their drinking water quality at home or where they live.

Learn more about drinking water
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DEHBio

The Environmental Health Bureau, formerly the Division of Environmental Health (DEH), currently has multiple biomonitoring (Bio) research projects and health studies underway. 

Learn more about EHB biomonitoring projects
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Our environment changes every day. Learn how to protect yourself, your family, and friends from environmental hazards. Sign up for the MDHHS Care for MI Environmental Health newsletter to receive current, science-based information and resources you can use right now!