WE WILL BE STAGGERING APPOINTMENTS TO LIMIT THE NUMBER OF FAMILIES IN OUR WAITING AREA.
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
COVID-19 treatments are not substitutes for COVID-19 vaccines.
It is best to get vaccinated to prevent getting ill in the first place.
What to know about COVID-19 treatments/therapies
If you test positive for COVID-19, different treatment options may be available to you. These treatments can reduce the risk of becoming seriously ill or hospitalized due to COVID-19.
If you test positive for COVID-19, talk to your primary care provider or an urgent care provider right away to see if you qualify for treatment. This is especially important for high risk individuals. You must have a referral from a health care provider to receive treatment
The Health Department does not provide COVID-19 treatments.
Types of COVID-19 treatments
Antiviral medications may help you recover from COVID-19 faster or prevent you from becoming seriously ill. The medication can boost the immune system, helping it fight off COVID-19 infection. Antivirals are prescribed after a person has tested positive for COVID-19 and within 5 days of symptom onset. Paxlovid and Molnupiravi are two types of oral antiviral medications.
Monoclonal antibody (mAb) treatment is an investigational therapy used to treat mild to moderate symptoms of COVID-19. It is approved for emergency use in non-hospitalized adults and pediatric patients who are at high risk for developing severe COVID-19 symptoms or the need for hospitalization. MAbs may be given as an infusion or a series of injections.
New CDC/MDHHS Isolation and Quarantine Guidelines
Additional Resources
https://www.michigan.gov/coronavirus/resources/therapeutics-information-page
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/treatments-for-severe-illness.html
https://www.michigan.gov/documents/coronavirus/MDHHS_IQ_Guidance_-_Recovery_Phase_3.7.22_749780_7.pdf
Test to Treat
The new nationwide Test to Treat initiative provides quick access to free treatment for COVID-19. Through this program, people can get tested and – if they are positive and treatments are appropriate for them – receive a prescription from a health care provider, and have their prescription filled all at one location.
These "One-Stop Test to Treat" sites are available at hundreds of locations nationwide, including pharmacy-based clinics, federally qualified health centers, and long-term care facilities. Search for a Test to Treat location here.
A call center 1-800-232-0233 is available every day from 8:00 am to midnight ET to get help in more than 150 other languages. The Disability Information and Access Line is available to help people with disabilities access services. Call 1-888-677-1199, Monday-Friday from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm ET or email DIAL@usaginganddisability.org.
COVID-19 Quick Links
COVID-19 STATS | TESTING LOCATIONS | SCHEDULE PFIZER | SCHEDULE MODERNA | CONSENT FORM (AGES 12-17)
K-12 School Guidance for Exposure | CCHD Medical Director Regarding Antibody Testing
CCHD COVID HOTLINE: 906-635-3640

Caring For Chippewa County
Caring for the Individuals, families, businesses, and communities of Chippewa County since 1936
OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Friday
8:00 - 4:30.
Call Us:
Monday - Friday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
Quick Links:
Covid-19 Vaccine Information | Covid-19 Testing Locations
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Welcome to
Chippewa County Health Department
The Chippewa County Health Department (CCHD), accredited by the State of Michigan, is located in Michigan's Eastern Upper Peninsula.
The Chippewa County Health Department works to protect, and improve the health of everyone either working, living, or visiting Chippewa County.
If you are looking for something, and don't see it please reach out to us at:
Contact@chippewahd.com
or call our main number, (906) 635-1566 and someone will gladly help you.

906-635-3640
COVID-19 Hotline

COVID-19 VACCINE INFOMATION
Booster Age Requirements:
Anyone 12 years and older can receive Pfizer-BioNTech booster
Anyone 18 years and older can receive Moderna and Johnson & Johnson booster
Individuals who received a Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, are eligible for a 4th dose if 50 years and older or those that are moderate to severe immunocompromised can receive a 4th shot 4 months after their 3rd.
Individuals who received the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, are eligible for a 4th dose if 50 years and older or those that are moderate to severe immunocompromised can receive a 4th shot 4 months after their 3rd.
Individuals may choose which vaccine they receive as a booster dose. Some people may have a preference for the vaccine type that they originally received and others, may prefer to get a different booster.
PFIZER COVID-19 VACCINE FOR AGES 12 +
J&J COVID-19 VACCINE FOR AGES 18+
If you have limited Internet access
please call (906) 635-3640, Option 1, for an appointment.
Walk-in appointments not accepted at this time
All appointments are held at:
Chippewa County Health Department
Personal Health Division
508 Ashmun Street, Suite 120
Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan
Other facilities offering vaccination clinics (restrictions may apply):
Sault Tribe Health Center
906-632-5200
Bay Mills Health Center
906-248-5527
Meijer Pharmacy
906-253-2810
Walgreen’s Pharmacy
Rite Aid
Walmart
If you are unable to accompany the minor please bring a copy of
the printable consent form that is available below.
MODERNA COVID-19 VACCINE FOR AGES 18+
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COVID-19 Testing Locations in Chippewa County
Site
Contact Information
War Memorial Hospital
500 Osborn Blvd. Sault Ste. Marie
Sault Tribe Health Center
2864 Ashmun Street
Sault Ste. Marie
(906) 632-5200 press 1
**testing for eligible patients of Sault Tribe Health only**
Lake Superior State University Health Care Center
650 W. Easterday; Sault Ste. Marie
Bay Mills Health Center
12124 W. Lakeshore Brimley
Walgreens
2101 Ashmun Street;
Sault Ste. Marie
Luce Mackinac Alger Schoolcraft Health Department
14150 Hamilton Lake Road
Newberry
(906) 293-5107 Ext 363
Meijer
Sault Ste. Marie
E-Free Church - Sault Campus
1901 John Street, Sault Ste Marie
Updated:1/18/22