Washtenaw County Health Department 2026: Services & Phone

🌊 Washtenaw County public health guide · 2026

Washtenaw County Public Health Clinic, WIC, Immunizations, STI Testing, TB & Environmental Health Help

This guide helps Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, Chelsea, Dexter, Saline, Milan, Manchester, Superior Township, Pittsfield Township and other Washtenaw County residents find the right public health service without wasting time on old listings or the wrong office. You will find the Washtenaw County Health Department address, phone number, clinic services, WIC help, immunization records, sexual health services, TB program, environmental health permits, well and septic records, restaurant inspections, vital records routing and emergency warnings.

The Washtenaw County Health Department is a county public health agency, not an emergency room and not the County Clerk’s Vital Records office. Use the health department for public health clinics, disease prevention, WIC, immunizations, TB, HIV/STI services, environmental health inspections and health programs. Use the Clerk/Register of Deeds for birth, death and marriage records.

📍 555 Towner Street, Ypsilanti, MI 48198 ☎️ Main phone: 734-544-6700 🥗 WIC & family health 💉 Immunizations & school records 🧪 HIV/STI services 🏡 Environmental health permits
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☎️ Main Washtenaw County Health Department contact

The main Washtenaw County Health Department office and clinics are located in the Washtenaw County Human Services Building at 555 Towner Street, Ypsilanti, MI 48198. The main phone number is 734-544-6700. Call first if you need an appointment, vaccine, STI test, TB service, WIC support or program-specific instructions.

✅ Quick answer

Washtenaw County Health Department phone, address, clinic services and local help

The Washtenaw County Health Department main offices and clinics are located at 555 Towner Street, Ypsilanti, MI 48198. The main public health phone number is 734-544-6700. The department’s clinic services include immunizations, sexual health services, tuberculosis control, pregnancy testing, WIC, hearing and vision screening, lead blood testing, dental clinic information, school health resources and more.

Environmental Health is a separate division focused on inspections, permits, food safety, restaurant reports, well and septic records, body art facilities, pools, beaches, drinking water, septic systems, housing and sanitation concerns, and related local public health regulation. Official county materials identify Environmental Health as located in the Western County Service Center in Ann Arbor.

Birth certificates, death certificates, marriage licenses and certified vital records are generally handled by the Washtenaw County Clerk/Register of Deeds Vital Records office, not the public health clinic. For emergencies, call 911. For mental health crisis support, Washtenaw County Community Mental Health crisis resources and the CARES team may be the better route than the public health clinic.

Main clinic address 555 Towner Street, Ypsilanti, MI 48198.
Main phone 734-544-6700.
Main email health@washtenaw.org is commonly listed for Health Department contact.
Clinic services Immunizations, HIV/STI, WIC, TB, pregnancy testing, hearing and vision, lead testing and more.
Environmental health Restaurant reports, food licensing, well and septic, pools, beaches, body art, housing and sanitation.
Emergency warning For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 instead of waiting for a health department reply.
🔎 Source verification

Official verification for this Washtenaw County Health Department guide

Publish-ready as of: May 18, 2026.

This guide was prepared using official Washtenaw County Health Department resources, including the county Health Department page, official Clinics and Our Services pages, Immunizations, Sexual Health Services, Tuberculosis Program, Women, Infants & Children (WIC), Environmental Health Inspections & Permits, restaurant inspection resources, well and septic records, health topics, Clerk/Register of Deeds Vital Records pages, and county contact resources.

Clinic schedules, office hours, appointment requirements, accepted insurance, fees, vaccine availability, WIC process, sexual health clinic availability, TB follow-up, environmental health permit rules, restaurant inspection access, well and septic records, and mental health crisis routing can change. Always confirm on the official Washtenaw County website or by calling the correct office before visiting, paying fees, filing a request or relying on a deadline.

🧭 Contents

What this Washtenaw County Health Department guide covers

📍 Local office

Washtenaw County Health Department location, phone number and office routing

The main Washtenaw County Health Department offices and clinics are in the Washtenaw County Human Services Building at 555 Towner Street, Ypsilanti, MI 48198. The main phone number is 734-544-6700. Many clinic services are connected to this location, including immunizations, WIC, sexual health, TB, hearing and vision, lead testing, pregnancy testing and related public health services.

Do not assume every health department service is handled at one front desk. Environmental Health is handled separately through the county’s Environmental Health division, which is located at the Western County Service Center in Ann Arbor. Vital records are handled by the Clerk/Register of Deeds. Community Mental Health is also separate from public health clinic services.

Main Health Department 555 Towner Street, Ypsilanti, MI 48198.
Main phone 734-544-6700.
Clinic and public health services Use the official Clinics and Our Services pages to confirm service availability and instructions.
Environmental Health Separate division for inspections, permits, food safety, well and septic, pools, beaches and related programs.
Vital Records Use the Clerk/Register of Deeds Vital Records office for birth, death and marriage records.
Before visiting Call first if you need a same-day appointment, vaccine, WIC appointment, TB service, STI visit or records help.

Local visit tip

Parking, building entry, clinic waiting areas and appointment rules can vary by service. If you are bringing children, translation needs, medical records, school forms or WIC documents, call first and ask exactly where to go inside the Human Services Building.

🧰 Services

Washtenaw County public health clinic services and programs

Washtenaw County Health Department’s official clinic pages list multiple public health services. These services are focused on prevention, screening, community health and public health protection. They are not the same as emergency hospital care or full private primary care.

Immunizations Available vaccine information, vaccine fees, school health, waiver information, immunization records and vaccination guidance.
Sexual Health Services STI/STD testing and treatment, HIV testing and counseling, PrEP, pregnancy testing, vaccinations and sexual health visit guidance.
Women, Infants & Children WIC provides healthy foods for children up to age five and pregnant women, plus nutrition education and breastfeeding support.
Tuberculosis Program TB prevention, control, evaluation, treatment coordination and public health responsibilities in the community.
Dental Clinic Dental clinic resources serve adults and children who are uninsured, low income or enrolled in specific public coverage plans.
Hearing and Vision Screening services connected to Michigan public health and school health requirements.
Kindergarten oral health Michigan kindergarteners are required to have a dental screening, and free screenings may be available.
Lead blood testing Lead screening and follow-up may be available or routed through clinic and child health programs.
Pregnancy testing Pregnancy testing is listed through Sexual Health Services information.
📅 Appointments

How to contact Washtenaw County Health Department for appointments or service help

The safest first step is to choose your service before calling. A WIC appointment, immunization visit, TB follow-up, sexual health visit, dental clinic question, environmental health permit and vital records request do not all follow the same process.

1

Choose the exact service

Decide whether you need immunizations, WIC, HIV/STI testing, TB, pregnancy testing, dental clinic information, environmental health, restaurant complaint, well/septic record, FOIA request or vital records.

2

Use the main health department phone for routing

Call 734-544-6700 and ask for the specific service. If you need environmental health, vital records, mental health crisis services or community resources, ask whether you should contact a different office.

3

Confirm documents, fees and appointment rules

Ask what to bring, whether insurance is accepted, whether fees apply, whether interpreter services are available, and whether walk-ins are accepted for your service.

4

Use official online pages for forms and updates

Use the official Washtenaw County website for current clinic pages, forms, restaurant reports, well and septic records, health topics, FOIA requests and public health updates.

💉 Immunizations

Washtenaw County immunizations, vaccine fees, school health and records

Washtenaw County Health Department’s immunization section includes available vaccines and fees, COVID-19 vaccines, flu vaccine, diseases prevented by vaccines, immunization information sheets, immunization records, waiver information and school health resources for K-12 schools, preschools and childcare centers.

For parents, the most common issues are school deadlines, missing records, out-of-state records, childcare forms, vaccine waiver questions, and whether a child needs updated shots before school starts. For adults, common issues include flu vaccine, COVID-19 vaccination, travel-related vaccines, Hepatitis vaccines, or proof of prior immunizations.

For school and childcare Check K-12 and preschool/childcare school health pages, immunization records and waiver information before deadlines.
For missing vaccine records Contact prior providers, schools, pharmacies, your health care system, and the health department if county assistance is needed.
For out-of-state families Bring official records, translated vaccine documents if needed, and school forms so staff can tell what is missing.
For cost questions Use the available vaccines and clinic fees page before visiting, and ask about accepted insurance or program eligibility.

Parent tip for Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti school vaccines

Do not wait until the first week of school. If records are missing, a child may need provider records, state registry lookup, appointment availability or vaccine catch-up timing. Start early and bring every record you have.

🥗 WIC

Washtenaw County WIC: food benefits, breastfeeding support and nutrition help

Women, Infants & Children, usually called WIC, provides healthy foods for children up to age five and pregnant women. Washtenaw County’s official clinic page also explains that WIC offers nutrition education and breastfeeding support.

WIC is not just a food card program. It can connect eligible families to nutrition counseling, infant feeding support, breastfeeding education, referrals and other public health resources. If you are pregnant, postpartum, breastfeeding, caring for an infant, or raising a young child, WIC may be worth checking even if you are unsure about eligibility.

Who WIC helps Eligible pregnant women, postpartum women, breastfeeding women, infants and children up to age five.
What WIC can include Healthy foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support and health referrals.
What to ask Ask about eligibility, documents, clinic scheduling, food benefits, breastfeeding help and local appointment options.
Documents to prepare ID, address, income proof or public benefit proof, pregnancy information if applicable, and child or infant information.
Common mistake Missing proof documents can delay certification, so call first and ask what is accepted.
Related programs WIC can connect with immunizations, maternal health, child health and community food support.
🧪 Sexual health

Washtenaw County HIV, STI, PrEP, pregnancy testing and sexual health services

Washtenaw County Health Department lists Sexual Health Services for STI/STD testing and treatment, HIV testing and counseling, PrEP, pregnancy testing, vaccinations and more. The official sexual health section also includes pages about benefits of HIV and STI testing, local HIV and STI testing options, partner notification, preventing HIV and STIs, what to expect at a sexual health visit, and appointment fees.

For sexual health services, call ahead or review the official pages before visiting. Ask about appointment availability, testing types, treatment, costs, insurance, confidentiality, results, partner notification, PrEP navigation and follow-up care.

HIV and STI testing Testing and counseling may be available through the health department or local partner options.
STI treatment Treatment availability, partner notification and follow-up instructions may depend on diagnosis and appointment rules.
PrEP PrEP can help prevent HIV for eligible people. Ask what lab work, visit schedule and cost steps may apply.
Pregnancy testing Pregnancy testing is listed through sexual health services information.
Fees and insurance Check the appointment and fees page before visiting so there are no surprises.
Privacy Ask how results, follow-up calls and billing communications will be handled.

Sexual health visit tip

Write down symptoms, exposure date if known, medications, allergies, last test date and partner notification concerns. This helps staff determine the right tests and follow-up steps.

🫁 TB control

Washtenaw County Tuberculosis Program and TB follow-up

Washtenaw County Health Department’s official clinic page states that the Tuberculosis Control Program has the legal responsibility for preventing and controlling TB in the community. TB services can include evaluation, testing, case follow-up, treatment coordination, exposure investigation and public health guidance depending on the situation.

If you were told you had TB exposure, abnormal screening results, a positive test, workplace or school TB requirement, or follow-up from a provider, call before visiting. TB follow-up often requires specific instructions, appointments and records.

Use TB program for TB testing guidance, exposure follow-up, latent TB information, treatment support and public health control work.
Bring records Prior TB test results, chest X-ray reports, medication lists, provider letters, school or employer forms and exposure notices.
Do not delay TB follow-up can be time-sensitive, especially after exposure or abnormal results.
Ask about translations The TB section includes translated materials for patients and providers, which may help families and employers understand next steps.
🏡 Environmental health

Washtenaw Environmental Health inspections, permits, well, septic and restaurant reports

Environmental Health is a major part of Washtenaw County’s public health system. The official Environmental Health Inspections & Permits section includes food safety and food licensing, restaurant inspection reports, food service plan review, temporary food establishment permits, food trucks, body art facilities, campgrounds, child and adult care facility inspections, pools and beaches, drinking water testing, water wells, septic systems, housing and sanitation complaints, well and septic records and permits, and more.

This division is especially important for homeowners, restaurant operators, food trucks, event vendors, real estate agents, septic contractors, well owners, childcare providers, body art businesses and residents reporting health concerns.

Restaurant inspections View restaurant reports for Washtenaw County, University of Michigan and State of Michigan food establishments.
Food licenses and events Use official pages for restaurants, catering, food trucks, temporary food permits and outdoor food service.
Well and septic records Search well, septic, building inspection and soil erosion records where available through county systems.
Septic systems Applications, inspections, operation permits, certified providers, site plans and Time of Sale rules may apply.
Water wells Drinking water testing, well maintenance, well permits and well records may be handled through Environmental Health.
Housing and sanitation complaints Use official complaint routing for housing, sanitation or environmental concerns.
Pools and beaches Public swimming pools, public beaches, private beaches, lakes and ponds have separate guidance.
Body art facilities Tattoo, body piercing and permanent makeup facilities may need specific health department licensing or operating guidance.
1,4-dioxane information Washtenaw has official information about 1,4-dioxane plumes, well locations and remediation updates.

Environmental health shortcut

Do not call the clinic front desk for a restaurant license, septic permit, well record or foodborne illness complaint unless you need routing help. Start with the Environmental Health Inspections & Permits page and choose the exact program: food, well, septic, pools, body art, housing complaint or records.

🧾 Records

Washtenaw County birth certificates, death certificates and marriage records

Vital records are a common source of confusion. The Washtenaw County Health Department is not the main office for certified birth, death and marriage records. The official Washtenaw County Clerk/Register of Deeds Vital Records section explains that birth records for births occurring in Washtenaw County since 1867 are available from the Vital Records office, and death records for deaths occurring in Washtenaw County since 1867 are available from the Vital Records office.

Use the Clerk/Register of Deeds Vital Records pages for birth certificates, death certificates, marriage licenses, certified copies of marriage licenses, genealogy records, military discharge papers, notary commission, veteran identification cards and related clerk services.

Use Vital Records for Birth certificates, death certificates, marriage licenses, certified marriage copies and genealogy records.
Use Health Department for Public health clinic services, WIC, immunizations, TB, sexual health, disease prevention and environmental health.
Birth records note Washtenaw birth records since 1867 are available through the county Vital Records office.
Death records note Washtenaw death records since 1867 are available through the county Vital Records office.
Ordering tip Certified records can often be ordered online, in-person or by mail through the official county process.
Court file warning A certificate is not the same as a full court case file or full divorce decree.
🧠 Mental health

Washtenaw mental health crisis, CARES team and community support routing

Washtenaw County public health and community mental health are related but separate. If your issue is urgent mental health crisis, substance use crisis or safety risk, the Health Department clinic is usually not the right starting point.

Washtenaw County health topic information states that anyone in Washtenaw County can call the CARES team 24/7 with mental health questions or concerns at 734-544-3050. For immediate danger, call 911. For suicide or mental health crisis support in the United States, call or text 988.

Use CARES team for Mental health questions or concerns where urgent support may be needed.
Use 988 for Suicide, emotional distress or mental health crisis support.
Use 911 for Immediate danger, violence, overdose, serious medical symptoms or life-threatening emergency.
⚠️ Avoid wrong office

What Washtenaw County Health Department may not handle

Calling the wrong office wastes time. Washtenaw County Health Department handles public health, but many nearby-looking issues belong to another county office, state office, hospital, provider, insurer or emergency service.

Birth, death and marriage certificates Use the Washtenaw County Clerk/Register of Deeds Vital Records office.
Medicaid, SNAP or cash benefits Use Michigan Department of Health and Human Services benefit systems, not the county public health clinic.
Emergency medical care Call 911 or go to an emergency department for life-threatening symptoms, serious injury or overdose danger.
Private medical records Contact your doctor, hospital, clinic, pharmacy or patient portal for private provider records.
Driver license or vehicle matters Use the Michigan Secretary of State, not the health department.
Full court records Use the court or clerk office for court files, divorce decrees and legal case documents.
🧾 Visit checklist

What to bring before visiting Washtenaw County Health Department

Most delays happen because a visitor arrives without records, proof, appointment details or the right office. The list below helps you prepare, but always call first because requirements vary by service.

For immunizations Photo ID, insurance card if any, prior vaccine records, school forms, child’s date of birth, parent or guardian information and out-of-state records.
For WIC ID, proof of address, income or benefit proof, pregnancy information, infant or child information and any WIC card or notices.
For sexual health ID if requested, insurance or payment information if applicable, medication list, symptoms, exposure date, and contact method for results.
For TB Referral, prior TB test results, chest X-ray report, provider letter, medication list and school or employer forms.
For environmental health Property address, parcel number, permit number, business name, inspection history, complaint details, photos if allowed and contact information.
For records Check Vital Records or FOIA pages first. Bring valid ID, record details, eligibility proof and payment method if needed.
🚨 Emergency warning

Do not use the Washtenaw health department clinic for emergencies

If someone is in immediate danger, call 911. If you need suicide or mental health crisis support in the United States, call or text 988. If you have urgent overdose, chest pain, stroke symptoms, severe allergic reaction, serious injury, difficulty breathing or immediate safety danger, do not wait for a clinic appointment or web form.

Washtenaw County Health Department is important for public health services, but it is not an emergency department and should not delay emergency medical care.

🗺️ Map

Washtenaw County Health Department map and directions

The map below points to the Washtenaw County Health Department main clinic location at 555 Towner Street in Ypsilanti. Before visiting, confirm whether your service is handled at the clinic, Environmental Health office, Clerk/Register of Deeds Vital Records office, Community Mental Health, or another county service.

❓ FAQ

Washtenaw County Health Department FAQ

What is the Washtenaw County Health Department phone number?

The main Washtenaw County Health Department phone number is 734-544-6700. Call first for clinic services, appointment routing, immunizations, WIC, sexual health, TB and other public health questions.

What is the Washtenaw County Health Department address?

The main Health Department offices and clinics are located at 555 Towner Street, Ypsilanti, MI 48198, in the Washtenaw County Human Services Building.

Does Washtenaw County Health Department provide immunizations?

Yes. The official immunizations section includes available vaccines and fees, COVID-19 vaccines, flu vaccine, diseases prevented by vaccines, immunization information sheets, immunization records, waiver information and school health resources.

Does Washtenaw County Health Department provide WIC?

Yes. WIC is listed as a clinic service. WIC provides healthy foods for children up to five years old and pregnant women, and it also offers nutrition education and breastfeeding support.

Does Washtenaw County Health Department provide STD or HIV testing?

Yes. The Sexual Health Services section includes STI/STD testing and treatment, HIV testing and counseling, PrEP, pregnancy testing, vaccinations and related sexual health resources.

Does Washtenaw County Health Department handle TB services?

Yes. Washtenaw County Health Department’s Tuberculosis Control Program has responsibility for preventing and controlling TB in the community. Call before visiting if you have exposure, test results, employer paperwork or provider follow-up.

Where do I get a Washtenaw County birth certificate?

Birth certificates are handled by the Washtenaw County Clerk/Register of Deeds Vital Records office, not the health department clinic. The county Vital Records page says birth records for births occurring in Washtenaw County since 1867 are available from the Vital Records office.

Where do I get a Washtenaw County death certificate?

Death certificates are handled by the Clerk/Register of Deeds Vital Records office. The county Vital Records page says death records for deaths occurring in Washtenaw County since 1867 are available from the Vital Records office.

Who handles restaurant inspections in Washtenaw County?

Washtenaw County Environmental Health handles many food safety and food licensing functions. Official pages include restaurant inspection reports, food licensing, food service plan review, food trucks and temporary food establishment permits.

Who handles well and septic records in Washtenaw County?

Environmental Health provides well and septic records and permit information. The official Environmental Health page explains that well, septic, building inspection and soil erosion records can be searched through county systems where available.

What number should I call for mental health crisis support in Washtenaw County?

Washtenaw County health topic information lists the CARES team at 734-544-3050 for mental health questions or concerns. For immediate danger, call 911. For suicide or emotional crisis support, call or text 988.

Is this the official Washtenaw County Health Department website?

No. This is an independent informational guide. For official clinic services, appointments, fees, records, permits, environmental health, FOIA, public health updates and legal notices, use Washtenaw.org or the correct official county office.

📝 Editorial note

Independent guide and official-use disclaimer

This article is an independent guide for people searching for Washtenaw County Health Department services, phone numbers, clinic help, immunizations, WIC, sexual health services, TB, environmental health, restaurant inspections, well and septic records, vital records routing, mental health crisis resources and official county links.

It is not the official Washtenaw County website and does not provide medical advice, emergency advice, legal advice, benefits decisions, permit approval, inspection results, diagnosis, or guaranteed appointment information. Always verify hours, fees, eligibility, documents, office routing and deadlines directly with Washtenaw County or the correct official office before visiting or relying on any information.

⭐ Final summary

Bottom line for Washtenaw County Health Department help

For public health clinic services in Washtenaw County, start with the Health Department at 555 Towner Street, Ypsilanti, MI 48198 or call 734-544-6700. Use official clinic pages for immunizations, WIC, HIV/STI services, pregnancy testing, TB and related public health programs.

For food safety, restaurant reports, body art, pools, beaches, drinking water, well and septic, housing complaints and permits, use Environmental Health. For birth, death and marriage records, use the Clerk/Register of Deeds Vital Records office. For mental health crisis support, use Washtenaw crisis resources, 988 or 911 depending on urgency.

The fastest path is simple: choose the service first, confirm the correct office, call before visiting, bring the right documents and use official Washtenaw County links instead of outdated directories.