Michigan provides many wonderful recreational opportunities to go fishing and enjoy its natural resources. Fish can be a healthy addition to your diet. Eating fish can help reduce the risk of heart disease. Fish are also a great source of protein, vitamins, and minerals that are important for children, pregnant women and adults. Some fish contain chemicals that can be harmful to you and your family if eaten too often. Check this information to find places to catch cleaner fish and for cleaning and cooking tips that help to remove harmful chemicals.

Press Releases
MDCH Issues Interim Fish Consumption Advisory For The Saginaw River

Looking for the good fish?  Use the information found below to choose fish low in chemicals. Also, learn which chemicals you can trim and cook away from fish.
2007 Michigan Family Fish Consumption Guide

A Family Guide to Eating Fish

Do you buy fish from a store or restaurant? Take this with you.
Avoid Mercury in Fish and Seafood

Reports
Fish Consumption Survey of People Fishing and Harvesting Fish from the Saginaw Bay Watershed

Saginaw River Health Consultation

Executive Summary of Saginaw River Health Consultation

More Information

Cleaning Sportfish - From Purdue University
 
DNR Fishing Information

DEQ Fish Contaminant Monitoring Program

To request copies of these brochures or for more information, call the Division of Enviromental Health, 517-335-8350 or 800-648-6942.

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