Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker Health – News

HRSA: Meeting of the National Advisory Council on Migrant Health Federal Register

Jul 23, 2024 - The National Advisory Council on Migrant Health (NACMH) will hold a virtual public meeting on October 22-23, 2024. Agenda items include discussions on topics related to migratory and seasonal agricultural worker health, including impacts of heat and wildfire smoke; farmworker data; and best practices for fostering partnerships between farmworkers, health centers, growers, and community organizations. The agenda and information on how to join the meeting will be published on the NACMH website. Requests for public comment should be sent to the Designated Federal Official at least 3 business days before the meeting.

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Bilingual Health Resources on Bird Flu Available for Michigan Seasonal Workers

Jun 25, 2024 - Outlines new bird flu resources from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, including a hotline available in English, Spanish, and Haitian-Creole. Notes that two cases of bird flu have been confirmed in Michigan dairy workers this year.

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