Recycling programs established

created to help educate people on Mpox and vaccinations. Those videos garnered more than 7,700 views.

The department also worked with healthcare partners across the region to teach them how to recognize and test for Mpox.

By the end of the year, DPH completed nearly 800 Mpox vaccination appointments and distributed 1,500 vials of vaccine to partners in the regions, including other health departments, resulting in at least 4,500 additional vaccinations.

The Recycling division worked with the village of Hillsdale and the city of Kinloch to help establish recycling in these communities by providing both resources and education to ensure successful programs. Through municipal grants, the program provided funding and resources to 19 municipalities.