BWell, Saginaw!

If you’re passionate about the teaching/education aspects of patient care and are interested in community-wide initiatives to improve health, then the Saginaw County Health Department likely has an opportunity to you!

Infants born on or after January 1, 2026, and expectant mothers who live in the City of Saginaw, Bridgeport and Buena Vista Townships are eligible to apply. Applications open January 12th at 9:00am. Upon verification, moms receive $1,500 during pregnancy and babies receive $500 a month for 6 months after birth.

Beginning August 3, the Saginaw County Health Department will launch an online Immunization Exemption Education process. Parents and guardians who need to complete the required Immunization Waiver Education before obtaining a nonmedical waiver for school or childcare may now do so online at: https://saginaw.miwaiv.com/ After completing the online education, participants will receive instructions on the next steps for obtaining their waiver. If you have any questions, please contact the Saginaw County Health Department at 989-758-3840.

The Saginaw County Community Resource Guide is a comprehensive directory of community resources for individuals, families, and service providers in the Saginaw County area. The Community Resource Guide is a quick and simple way to search for programs, local organizations, and information.

SCHD is offering free lockboxes or bags!

A safe place – a special place – opens October 4 at the Saginaw County Health Department. Room 202 will be open every Tuesday 9am-3pm offering lifesaving resources to those who use drugs including clean syringes, injection supplies, smoking and snorting supplies, wound care supplies, and hygiene kits along with NARCAN and fentanyl test strips.

We provide over 50 services to those that live, work, and play in Saginaw County.

Hey mom, please keep me safe!

Mpox (MPV) symptoms generally appear one to two weeks after exposure and infection, and the rash often lasts two to four weeks. Persons experiencing MPV symptoms should contact their health care provider for evaluation.

View our list of medication drop off sites