2022-10-7 12x18 Multi Language do not eat sign.pdf

The document is a multilingual public health advisory notice from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) regarding fish consumption in a specific water area. The advisory warns residents not to eat fish from the region due to high levels of PFAS (perfluoroalkyl substances) discovered in fish populations. While fish consumption is prohibited, the notice explicitly states that swimming, boating, and catch-and-release fishing are still safe, and water contact does not pose a health risk.

The advisory is presented in three languages - English, Arabic, and Spanish - and provides contact information for additional details, specifically the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services phone number (800-648-6942) and the website Michigan.gov/EatSafeFish. The notice uses clear iconography to communicate the key messages: a crossed-out fish symbol indicates no fish consumption, while a green icon of a person fishing and swimming indicates other water activities remain safe. The multilingual approach suggests an intent to reach a diverse population and ensure widespread understanding of the health advisory.