Jackson College Health Clinic

Multistate outbreaks of salmonella linked to contact with baby poultry

Michigan health officials are warning residents about growing multistate salmonella outbreaks linked to handling backyard chicks and ducklings. Michigan has reported 21 cases. Officials urge thorough handwashing, keeping poultry outdoors and limiting contact for young children, older adults and immunocompromised people.
Read more on the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services

https://www.npr.org/2026/04/13/nx-s1-5759287/red-light-therapy-science-skin-hair

Can red light therapy really deliver a beauty and health glow-up? Here's the science Wellness influencers tout the therapy's power for everything from rejuvenating skin and hair to boosting longevity. Devices sold for at-home use abound. We look at the evidence behind the hype.

https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/inside-mdhhs/newsroom/2026/03/19/measles-outbreak

Measles outbreak identified in Washtenaw County Michigan's Women, Infants & Children program, providing supplemental nutrition, breastfeeding information, and other resources for healthy mothers & babies.

Dr. Tyler Kupchick paid a visit to JTV's morning show to talk about athlete health, injury prevention and treatment, and the importance of schools being connected with athletic trainers. Check out his interview: Tyler Kupchick, DO, Sports Medicine, Henry Ford Jackson Hospital | JTV

To help improve access for individuals seeking substance use disorder treatment (SUD) options, MDHHS has developed several new enhancements to programs and a new mapping tool to help individuals across Michigan better access SUD treatment.

More info: https://bit.ly/3ZeizVX

Every BODY belongs. Every story matters. 💜

February 23 marks the start of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week. This week, we are helping National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) spread hope and provide life-changing resources.

Eating disorders are often hidden—living in our habits, our thoughts, and our health. By leading with compassion and sharing the right tools, we can bring healing to every BODY.

Learn more, get help, and share hope.
🔗 nationaleatingdisorders.org/nedaw

https://www.npr.org/2026/02/21/nx-s1-5719338/cannabis-ma*****na-weed-teens-psychosis-jama

A huge study finds a link between cannabis use in teens and psychosis later Researchers followed more than 400,000 teens until they were adults. It found that those who used ma*****na were more likely to develop serious mental illness, as well as depression and anxiety.

https://www.clickondetroit.com/health/2026/02/05/blood-pressure-and-heart-health-what-to-know-this-heart-month/

Blood pressure and heart health: What to know this Heart Month Heart disease remains the leading cause of death for both men and women, often developing silently over years without warning signs.

Henry Ford Jackson Update
Visitor restrictions to protect from respiratory illnesses

Due to the current rise in respiratory illnesses across Michigan, we’re implementing temporary visitor restrictions systemwide, effective immediately. Here’s what you need to know:

Patients are limited to two visitors over the age of 12, except for extenuating circumstances, like end of life.
No sibling visitors are allowed in the NICU or Special Care Nurseries.
Visitors are encouraged to practice hand hygiene.
Masking is recommended in areas where severely immunocompromised patients receive care.
Visitors who have fever or respiratory symptoms will not be permitted to enter the facility.