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The Detroit Health Department has been providing important public health services to Detroiters for over 100 years. Its mission is to address public and population health priorities of Detroiters.
The Health Department has three major offices: Population Health, Clinical Services and Outreach, and Administration and Organizational Development. Each office works collaboratively with external partners and the community to create a public health system that supports the health of Detroiters across their lifespan.
News & Events
Apr 24
2026 Detroit Black HIV Awareness Summit
Event
The Detroit Health Department – Ending the HIV Epidemic Program is hosting the 2026 Detroit Black HIV Awareness Summit on Friday, April 24, 2026, f
May 27
The Pull Up Project Community Gathering Event
Event
You’re invited to join The Pull Up Project as we celebrate another year of bringing health services to the Palmer Park community.
More Events
More News
Contacts
City Directory
Health Department
Detroit Health Department
Health Department
Detroit Health Department
(313) 876-4000; TTY711
WIC: (313) 876-4555
Administrative Office
100 Mack Avenue (Third Floor), Detroit, MI 48201
Monday – Friday from 8:30AM - 5PM
Detroit Health Email
[email protected]
City Directory
Safe Routes Ambassador Program
Information on the Safe Routes Ambassador Program
961-BABY Resource Line
961-Baby is a resource line that links Detroit residents to services and resources within the Detroit Health Department and the community to keep families healthy and well.
Bed Bugs
Bed bugs are small, flat insects that feed on the blood of people and animals when they sleep.
Behavioral Health Program
The Behavioral Health Program is committed to supporting Detroit residents facing mental health and substance misuse challenges. We provide behavioral and mental health training, substance misuse education, harm reduction strategies, and Naloxone education and distribution. Our team conducts outreach to residents, businesses, and organizations throughout the city to increase awareness and access to lifesaving resources. Our goal is to reduce stigma, remove barriers to care, and empower individuals to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.
Harm Reduction
The Detroit Health Department’s Harm Reduction Wellness Stations provide free supplies to help prevent disease, reduce overdose risks, and make substance use safer.
Birth and Death Certificates
Birth and Death Certificates
Children's Special Health Care Services
Overview of services provided by Children’s Special Health Care Services (CSHCS) to children with special needs and their families
Asthma Resources
Asthma Resources
Communicable Disease
Communicable Disease
COVID-19
In an effort to protect residents, DHD continues to work with the Michigan Department of Health and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention to actively monitor any possible cases of the COVID
Mpox
Mpox info, vaccination locations, etc.
Detroit ID
The Detroit ID is an identification card that benefits ALL Detroiters. Regardless of your immigration status, whether you are homeless, or a returning citizen, the Detroit ID is yours. Use it to access City services, interact with your police department, open a checking/savings account, and to receive discounts at dozens of businesses across Detroit.
The Detroit ID Card ensures that all Detroiters have a means of identifying themselves with a photo ID card so they are able to access services in the City of Detroit. The Detroit ID card provides users with a means of identification so they can open a checking/savings account, gain entry to City of Detroit buildings and establish utility accounts with DTE and Detroit Water and Sewerage Department.
The Detroit ID Card may be presented as a form of photo ID when applying for a voter registration card, so long as it is accompanied by a signed, sworn affidavit affirming applicant’s identity, residency and U.S. (or naturalized) citizenship.
Benefits
Benefits for Detroit ID holders
Detroit ID FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions for Detroit ID
Homelessness Service Providers
The City of Detroit Municipal ID or "D-ID" recognizes that diverse and homeless populations back access to governmental identification.
Become a Detroit ID Community Partner
Businesses are invited to introduce Detroit residents to their products and services by accepting the Detroit ID as identification, and offering a discount and/or benefit to people who purchase cer
Environmental Health and Safety
Licenses, inspects, and investigates complaints regarding pools, childcare facilities, tattoo/body art parlors, campgrounds, hotels, laundromats, medical marijuana facilities, processes applications under the bedding ordinance, and inspects a variety of facilities under the city business license ordinance. Investigates environmental vector outbreaks such as Legionella and West Nile Virus.
Bedding and Furniture Permits
Bedding Sale, Re-Sale, Or Fumigation/Disinfection Permits Information
Body Art Facility Licensure
Body Art Facilities Information
Child Care Facility
Child Care Facility Information
City of Detroit Business License Environmental Health Clearance
City of Detroit Business License Clearances Information
File A Complaint
File A Complaint Information
Pools, Campgrounds and Beaches
Swimming Pools And Campgrounds Information
Family and Community Health
The Detroit Health Department Family and Community Health goal is to empower and engage individuals, families and communities through health and wellness information and activities. Using a coordinated client centered approach to build initiatives, programs, education and trainings we will address health from a life course perspective to improve quality of life for all who live work and play in the city of Detroit.
Fatherhood Program
Information about Fatherhood Program
Food Safety
Licenses and inspects restaurants, schools, stadiums, food trucks, and temporary events. Conducts plan review for new food establishments, and investigates foodborne illnesses and complaints.
Dining with Confidence Restaurant Inspection Placards
Information about Restaurant Inspection Placards
File a Food Safety Complaint
If you believe that food served by a Detroit food establishment caused you or a family member to become ill, was prepared, handled, or stored in unclean conditions, or broke food safety laws in som
Licensing
Any person or business that is preparing or serving food to the public needs a State Food Service License.
Food Safety Plan Review
If a new facility is being constructed or an existing facility remodeled, an application for plan review must be submitted to the Detroit Health Department and approved before construc
DHD Temporary Events and Licenses
If you are planning an event (eg.
Mobile Food Establishments and Special Transitory Food Units
Information on food safety, plan review, and licensing for mobile businesses including food trucks, ice cream trucks, and hot dog carts.
Opening or Purchasing a New Restaurant
Information on purchasing an existing food establishment or opening a new food establishment
Food Safety Education
Food safety posters and handouts, links to helpful websites, employee health forms, laws & regulations, cottage food law, and emergency action plans
HIV/STI Program
The Detroit Health Department STI/HIV Prevention provides community outreach, education, and resources for testing and treatment
Detroit - Ending the HIV Epidemic
Information on how Detroit- Ending the HIV Epidemic.
Link-Up Detroit
Information about Link Up Detroit
HIV/STI Prevention Program
Our goal is to EMPOWER the community with KNOWLEDGE to Prevent HIV and STIs
Protecting Black Women
Information on Protecting Black Women
HIV Program
HIV Data Dashboard
Immunizations
Vaccines for infants, children and adults. Patients should bring their shot record, picture, ID and insurance card.
Measles
Information About The Measles in Southeastern Michigan
Hepatitis
Learn about hepatitis.
Sentinel Flu Surveillance Network
This is a collaborative effort between the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), state and local health care providers, and volunteer sentinel clinicians to monitor the impact of influe
Influenza (Flu) Shots
Learn more about flu shots and how to prevent the spread of the flu.
Vaccination for Children (VFC) Providers
List of VFC providers
Federally Qualified Health Centers for Flu Vaccination
Listing of Federally Qualified Health Centers for no or low-cost flu vaccinations
Childhood Lead Prevention Program
The Childhood Lead Prevention Program seeks to eliminate childhood lead poisoning by increasing awareness regarding the hazards and sources of lead, identifying, and caring for children from birth through six years of age and pregnant women who have elevated blood lead levels (EBLL) and identifying and eliminating sources of lead exposure.
The Childhood Lead Prevention Program provides lead case management, non-nursing case management, lead education & testing (capillary/venous confirmatory), referrals to community & health care partners as well as referrals for lead abatement & inspection.
Maternal Child Health
The Detroit Health Department's Division of Maternal Child Health is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of women, children and families living in the city of Detroit. Our main goal is to establish and implement equitable, preventive and intervention strategies that address negative or adverse health disparities and outcomes for Detroit residents.
Protect Your Crown
Detroit City Council President Pro Tem James Tate is launching ‘
Protect Your Crown’,
a campaign alongside the Mayor’s Office and the Health Department, that highlights the importance of maintaining one’s overall mental health and addressing any concerns without shame or fear.
Public Health Emergency Preparedness
The Office of Public Health Emergency Preparedness (OPHEP) manages preparedness and response activities in the event of a public health emergency to protect the health and wellness of people who live, work and play in the city of Detroit. OPHEP provides support for other emergencies such as natural disasters, terrorist attacks and technological events.
Reproductive Health
iDECIDE DETROIT is a Reproductive Health Initiative of the Detroit Health Department and the Mayor’s Office, promoting confidential adolescent friendly services, supports, and opportunities throughout Detroit
Rides to Care
If you are a new mom, caring for a newborn, or currently pregnant, you get a free ride to doctors appointments for a year after birth!
Safe Sleep Program
Information on Safe Sleep Program
Sexually Transmitted Diseases Clinic
Information on how to get tested, vaccinated or to receive treatment for sexually transmitted diseases.
SisterFriends Detroit
SisterFriends Detroit (SFD) is a volunteer effort to support healthier women and their babies until the baby's first birthday. SisterFriends work to improve birth outcomes and infant mortality rates in Detroit by connecting caring and compassionate volunteer mentors to women who are pregnant or recently had a baby to gain access to services and resources while creating a circle of caring around Detroit Families. Join the movement! Call 313-876-0412, 313-961-BABY or click the link.
Become A Sisterfriend Mentor
How to become a sisterfriend
Women who are Pregnant or Recently had a Baby (Sisters)
For Pregnant Moms
Resources and Services
Sister Friends Resources
The Detroit Health Department Satellite Services Center
The Detroit Health Department Satellite Services Center
Vision and Hearing Screening
The Vision and Hearing Program provides FREE vision and hearing screenings to all children in Detroit, ages 3-18 years old.
Our trained staff conducts comprehensive screenings and work to make sure that Detroit’s children are on track for healthy development.
Water Testing Results in Schools and Childcare Centers
Information about testing for lead in school drinking water.
Day Care Water Testing
Testing for lead levels in drinking water at Day Care centers
Charter and EAA Water Testing
Testing for lead levels in drinking water at Charter and EEA Schools
DPS Water Testing
Testing for lead levels in drinking water at Detroit Public Schools
WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Program
Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program
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The Detroit Health Department has been providing important public health services to Detroiters for over 100 years. Its mission is to address public and population health priorities of Detroiters.
The Health Department has three major offices: Population Health, Clinical Services and Outreach, and Administration and Organizational Development. Each office works collaboratively with external partners and the community to create a public health system that supports the health of Detroiters across their lifespan.
News & Events
Apr 24
2026 Detroit Black HIV Awareness Summit
Event
The Detroit Health Department – Ending the HIV Epidemic Program is hosting the 2026 Detroit Black HIV Awareness Summit on Friday, April 24, 2026, f
May 27
The Pull Up Project Community Gathering Event
Event
You’re invited to join The Pull Up Project as we celebrate another year of bringing health services to the Palmer Park community.
More Events
More News
Contacts
City Directory
Health Department
Detroit Health Department
Health Department
Detroit Health Department
(313) 876-4000; TTY711
WIC: (313) 876-4555
Administrative Office
100 Mack Avenue (Third Floor), Detroit, MI 48201
Monday – Friday from 8:30AM - 5PM
Detroit Health Email
[email protected]
City Directory
Safe Routes Ambassador Program
Information on the Safe Routes Ambassador Program
961-BABY Resource Line
961-Baby is a resource line that links Detroit residents to services and resources within the Detroit Health Department and the community to keep families healthy and well.
Bed Bugs
Bed bugs are small, flat insects that feed on the blood of people and animals when they sleep.
Behavioral Health Program
The Behavioral Health Program is committed to supporting Detroit residents facing mental health and substance misuse challenges. We provide behavioral and mental health training, substance misuse education, harm reduction strategies, and Naloxone education and distribution. Our team conducts outreach to residents, businesses, and organizations throughout the city to increase awareness and access to lifesaving resources. Our goal is to reduce stigma, remove barriers to care, and empower individuals to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.
Harm Reduction
The Detroit Health Department’s Harm Reduction Wellness Stations provide free supplies to help prevent disease, reduce overdose risks, and make substance use safer.
Birth and Death Certificates
Birth and Death Certificates
Children's Special Health Care Services
Overview of services provided by Children’s Special Health Care Services (CSHCS) to children with special needs and their families
Asthma Resources
Asthma Resources
Communicable Disease
Communicable Disease
COVID-19
In an effort to protect residents, DHD continues to work with the Michigan Department of Health and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention to actively monitor any possible cases of the COVID
Mpox
Mpox info, vaccination locations, etc.
Detroit ID
The Detroit ID is an identification card that benefits ALL Detroiters. Regardless of your immigration status, whether you are homeless, or a returning citizen, the Detroit ID is yours. Use it to access City services, interact with your police department, open a checking/savings account, and to receive discounts at dozens of businesses across Detroit.
The Detroit ID Card ensures that all Detroiters have a means of identifying themselves with a photo ID card so they are able to access services in the City of Detroit. The Detroit ID card provides users with a means of identification so they can open a checking/savings account, gain entry to City of Detroit buildings and establish utility accounts with DTE and Detroit Water and Sewerage Department.
The Detroit ID Card may be presented as a form of photo ID when applying for a voter registration card, so long as it is accompanied by a signed, sworn affidavit affirming applicant’s identity, residency and U.S. (or naturalized) citizenship.
Benefits
Benefits for Detroit ID holders
Detroit ID FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions for Detroit ID
Homelessness Service Providers
The City of Detroit Municipal ID or "D-ID" recognizes that diverse and homeless populations back access to governmental identification.
Become a Detroit ID Community Partner
Businesses are invited to introduce Detroit residents to their products and services by accepting the Detroit ID as identification, and offering a discount and/or benefit to people who purchase cer
Environmental Health and Safety
Licenses, inspects, and investigates complaints regarding pools, childcare facilities, tattoo/body art parlors, campgrounds, hotels, laundromats, medical marijuana facilities, processes applications under the bedding ordinance, and inspects a variety of facilities under the city business license ordinance. Investigates environmental vector outbreaks such as Legionella and West Nile Virus.
Bedding and Furniture Permits
Bedding Sale, Re-Sale, Or Fumigation/Disinfection Permits Information
Body Art Facility Licensure
Body Art Facilities Information
Child Care Facility
Child Care Facility Information
City of Detroit Business License Environmental Health Clearance
City of Detroit Business License Clearances Information
File A Complaint
File A Complaint Information
Pools, Campgrounds and Beaches
Swimming Pools And Campgrounds Information
Family and Community Health
The Detroit Health Department Family and Community Health goal is to empower and engage individuals, families and communities through health and wellness information and activities. Using a coordinated client centered approach to build initiatives, programs, education and trainings we will address health from a life course perspective to improve quality of life for all who live work and play in the city of Detroit.
Fatherhood Program
Information about Fatherhood Program
Food Safety
Licenses and inspects restaurants, schools, stadiums, food trucks, and temporary events. Conducts plan review for new food establishments, and investigates foodborne illnesses and complaints.
Dining with Confidence Restaurant Inspection Placards
Information about Restaurant Inspection Placards
File a Food Safety Complaint
If you believe that food served by a Detroit food establishment caused you or a family member to become ill, was prepared, handled, or stored in unclean conditions, or broke food safety laws in som
Licensing
Any person or business that is preparing or serving food to the public needs a State Food Service License.
Food Safety Plan Review
If a new facility is being constructed or an existing facility remodeled, an application for plan review must be submitted to the Detroit Health Department and approved before construc
DHD Temporary Events and Licenses
If you are planning an event (eg.
Mobile Food Establishments and Special Transitory Food Units
Information on food safety, plan review, and licensing for mobile businesses including food trucks, ice cream trucks, and hot dog carts.
Opening or Purchasing a New Restaurant
Information on purchasing an existing food establishment or opening a new food establishment
Food Safety Education
Food safety posters and handouts, links to helpful websites, employee health forms, laws & regulations, cottage food law, and emergency action plans
HIV/STI Program
The Detroit Health Department STI/HIV Prevention provides community outreach, education, and resources for testing and treatment
Detroit - Ending the HIV Epidemic
Information on how Detroit- Ending the HIV Epidemic.
Link-Up Detroit
Information about Link Up Detroit
HIV/STI Prevention Program
Our goal is to EMPOWER the community with KNOWLEDGE to Prevent HIV and STIs
Protecting Black Women
Information on Protecting Black Women
HIV Program
HIV Data Dashboard
Immunizations
Vaccines for infants, children and adults. Patients should bring their shot record, picture, ID and insurance card.
Measles
Information About The Measles in Southeastern Michigan
Hepatitis
Learn about hepatitis.
Sentinel Flu Surveillance Network
This is a collaborative effort between the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), state and local health care providers, and volunteer sentinel clinicians to monitor the impact of influe
Influenza (Flu) Shots
Learn more about flu shots and how to prevent the spread of the flu.
Vaccination for Children (VFC) Providers
List of VFC providers
Federally Qualified Health Centers for Flu Vaccination
Listing of Federally Qualified Health Centers for no or low-cost flu vaccinations
Childhood Lead Prevention Program
The Childhood Lead Prevention Program seeks to eliminate childhood lead poisoning by increasing awareness regarding the hazards and sources of lead, identifying, and caring for children from birth through six years of age and pregnant women who have elevated blood lead levels (EBLL) and identifying and eliminating sources of lead exposure.
The Childhood Lead Prevention Program provides lead case management, non-nursing case management, lead education & testing (capillary/venous confirmatory), referrals to community & health care partners as well as referrals for lead abatement & inspection.
Maternal Child Health
The Detroit Health Department's Division of Maternal Child Health is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of women, children and families living in the city of Detroit. Our main goal is to establish and implement equitable, preventive and intervention strategies that address negative or adverse health disparities and outcomes for Detroit residents.
Protect Your Crown
Detroit City Council President Pro Tem James Tate is launching ‘
Protect Your Crown’,
a campaign alongside the Mayor’s Office and the Health Department, that highlights the importance of maintaining one’s overall mental health and addressing any concerns without shame or fear.
Public Health Emergency Preparedness
The Office of Public Health Emergency Preparedness (OPHEP) manages preparedness and response activities in the event of a public health emergency to protect the health and wellness of people who live, work and play in the city of Detroit. OPHEP provides support for other emergencies such as natural disasters, terrorist attacks and technological events.
Reproductive Health
iDECIDE DETROIT is a Reproductive Health Initiative of the Detroit Health Department and the Mayor’s Office, promoting confidential adolescent friendly services, supports, and opportunities throughout Detroit
Rides to Care
If you are a new mom, caring for a newborn, or currently pregnant, you get a free ride to doctors appointments for a year after birth!
Safe Sleep Program
Information on Safe Sleep Program
Sexually Transmitted Diseases Clinic
Information on how to get tested, vaccinated or to receive treatment for sexually transmitted diseases.
SisterFriends Detroit
SisterFriends Detroit (SFD) is a volunteer effort to support healthier women and their babies until the baby's first birthday. SisterFriends work to improve birth outcomes and infant mortality rates in Detroit by connecting caring and compassionate volunteer mentors to women who are pregnant or recently had a baby to gain access to services and resources while creating a circle of caring around Detroit Families. Join the movement! Call 313-876-0412, 313-961-BABY or click the link.
Become A Sisterfriend Mentor
How to become a sisterfriend
Women who are Pregnant or Recently had a Baby (Sisters)
For Pregnant Moms
Resources and Services
Sister Friends Resources
The Detroit Health Department Satellite Services Center
The Detroit Health Department Satellite Services Center
Vision and Hearing Screening
The Vision and Hearing Program provides FREE vision and hearing screenings to all children in Detroit, ages 3-18 years old.
Our trained staff conducts comprehensive screenings and work to make sure that Detroit’s children are on track for healthy development.
Water Testing Results in Schools and Childcare Centers
Information about testing for lead in school drinking water.
Day Care Water Testing
Testing for lead levels in drinking water at Day Care centers
Charter and EAA Water Testing
Testing for lead levels in drinking water at Charter and EEA Schools
DPS Water Testing
Testing for lead levels in drinking water at Detroit Public Schools
WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Program
Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program