Health - Ann Arbor Family

Washtenaw County Offers Free Hearing and Vision Screenings

Mary Genson - May 8, 2024

The Washtenaw County Health Department is offering free services for hearing and vision screenings for incoming students in the fall. Appointments are available May until August 2024.4

Indoor Pools Around Ann Arbor for Family Fun

Ann Arbor Family Staff - February 3, 2024

Finding ways to get out of the house can be tricky, especially during the cold winter months. Whether you're looking for a place to...

Winter Sports to Try in the Ann Arbor Area

Ella Williams - January 16, 2024

Although this winter we had a green Christmas, the new year has brought in a boatload of snow. These cold winter days create the...

Local Children’s Health Nonprofit Organizations to Support in 2024

Dr. Alyssa Whitford - January 9, 2024

The New Year has arrived and with it come resolutions. Whether you have decided to get healthier, find balance, or kick a bad habit,...

Newly FDA-Approved Drug a Game Changer for Postpartum Depression

Digital Media - November 3, 2023

A Beacon of Safety: How BioVigil is Revolutionizing Health Standards

Elizabeth Morabito - October 25, 2023

Imagine walking into a hospital, the very place you associate with healing, only to find out you're at risk due to invisible threats. This...

Know Your Resources and Your Rights

Digital Media - October 15, 2023

Washtenaw County Health Department Encourages Vaccinations

Ann Arbor Family Staff - October 13, 2023

As the time of year approaches where more people get sick from COVID-19, flu, and RSV, the Washtenaw County Health Department is encouraging everyone...

The Truth About Tablets and Toddlers

Mary Rose Kulczak - October 7, 2023

Infants need a lot of care, from feeding and bathing to countless diaper changes. But do babies need tablets? Manufacturers have been marketing “Baby’s...

Tips for a Sensory Sensitive Halloween

Sarah Lyons - October 7, 2023

Costumes, Halloween parties with sugary treats, trick-or-treating, and spooky decorations are fun and exciting for most kids, but for a child with Sensory Processing...

Allmendinger Park: A Revitalized Gem in Ann Arbor

Elizabeth Morabito - September 30, 2023

Nestled in the heart of Ann Arbor, Allmendinger Park, 655 Pauline Blvd,has long been a cherished spot for locals. With its mature trees offering...

Buzzing with Concern: Lyme Disease on the Rise in Washtenaw County

Elizabeth Morabito - September 23, 2023

Washtenaw County, known for its vibrant communities and lush parks, is abuzz with a growing concern: Lyme disease. As the hum of summer sets...