The Office of Public Health Preparedness (OPHP) in the Michigan Department of Community Health is charged with protecting the health of Michigan citizens against chemical, biological and radiological threats. OPHP focuses on minimizing the threat to health from terrorist acts, accidents and other incidents.  We collaborate with local, state and federal authorities to stay ahead of forces that threaten the health of Michigan citizens.

We believe information is the best defense.  Michigan citizens are encouraged to use the information on this web site to learn the facts about threats of this nature and to take appropriate precautions.