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Jennifer Eisner

Public Information Officer, DHHS

Also known as Smith, Jennifer

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Sep 2015–Jan 2016

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FW: Look for a statement

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FYI, there was a follow up asking about the emails and I responded with: There were seasonal increases during the third quarters of 2014 and 2015, but the extent of these increases were not apparent until zip code levels were analyzed. As a result of this process, we are thoroughly reviewing the way we analyze data. Our after action report will help determine how we conduct this process in the future. Stale Original Message-----

RE: Edwards Report Response

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With edits from the gov’s team in bold.. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has consistently provided information regarding blood lead levels in the city of Flint. When initially looking at the citywide and county elevated blood lead level numbers, the increase appeared to be consistent with the routine seasonal fluctuation seen in the summer months. It wasn’t until the Hurley report came out that our epidemiologists took a more in-depth look at the data by ZIP code, controlling for seasonal variation, and confirmed an increase outside of normal trends. As a result of this process, we have determined that the way we analyze data needs to be thoroughly reviewed. Additionally, Gov. Rick Snyder has created a Flint Water Task Force to review all city, state and federal responses and actions and is expected to make recommendations moving forward. Our department is focused on ensuring that appropriate casé management and follow up is occurring in Flint. Summary reports outlining blood lead level testing are posted.online on a bi-weekly basis, and we are working closely with local partners to fulfill data requests as we receive them. Regarding the FOIA, Mr. Edwards received all of the requested documents, with personal information redacted, on Friday, December 18. Jennifer Eisner Public information Officer Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Office: 517-241-2112 or EisnerJ@michigan.gov xxxEND_PAGE:dhhs03_b0333_1234_1237_1 001235

FW: Look for a statement

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FYI There was a follow up and | responded with: There were seasonal increases during the third quarters of 2014 and 2015, but the extent of these increases were not apparent until zip code levels were analyzed. As a result of this process, we are thoroughly reviewing the way we analyze data. Our after action report will help determine how we conduct this process in the future. Jennifer Eisner Public Information Officer Michigan Department of Health and Human Services 2 or EisnerJ@michigan.gov

RE: Edwards Report Response

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The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has consistently provided information regarding blood lead levels in the city of Flint. When initially looking at the citywide and county elevated blood lead level numbers, the increase appeared to be consistent with the routine seasonal fluctuation seen in the summer months. It wasn’t until the Hurley report came out that our epidemiologists took a more in-depth look at the data by ZIP code, controlling for seasonal variation, and confirmed an increase outside of normal trends. As a result of this process, we have determined that the way we analyze data needs to be thoroughly reviewed. Additionally, Gov. Rick Snyder has created a Flint Water Task Force to review all city, state and federal responses and actions and is expected to make recommendations moving forward. Our department is focused on ensuring that appropriate case management and follow up is occurring in Flint. Summary reports outlining blood lead level testing are posted online on a bi-weekly basis, and we are working closely with local partners to fulfill data requests as we receive them. Regarding the FOIA, Mr. Edwards received all of the requested documents, with personal information redacted, on Friday, December 18. Jennifer Eisner Public Information Officer Michigan Department of Health and Human Services

Re: Edwards Report Response

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Final? On Dec 21, 2015, at 2:36 PM, Eisner, Jennifer (DHHS) <fisne: Thank you ~ hera’s what we have: The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has been, and continues to be, committed to full disclosure of information regarding the city of Fint and blood fead levels. To suggest otherwise is not corsistent with how we have responded. hen initially looking at the citywide and county elavated blood lead level numbers, the increase appeared to be consistent with the routine seasonal fluctuation saan in the sunamear months, wast until the Hurley report came out that our epidemiologists took a more in-depth look at the cata by zip cade, controling for seasonal variation, and confirmed an increase outside of normal trends, As a result of this process, we have determined that the way we analyze data collected needs to be thoroughly reviewed. Qur after action report will help determine how we conduct this process in the future. Our department is focused on ensuring that appropriate case raanagemant and follow up is occurring in Flint. Summary reports outlining blood feacd level testing are pasted online on a ol-weekly basis, and we are working closely with local partners to fulfill data requests as we receive them. Regarding the FOIA, Mr. Edwards received all of the requested documents, with personal information redacted, on friday, Decamber ig, Jennifer Eisner Public Information Officer partment of Health L?-244-2142 or & tan Services xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails19_b098_280_282_2 xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails19_b098_280_282_3

RE: Look for a statement

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| appreciate the reply. | have one further question. In this statement - "the increase appeared to be consistent with the routine seasonal fluctuation seen in the summer months." BUT according to the data collected and notes provided by Cristin Larder on July 28, 2015 it specifically says: "Based on the results depicted in Figure 3 positives tests for EBLL were higher than usual for children under age 16 in the City of Flint during the months of July, August and September, 2014." While | understand a sample size in July can't reflect a direct correlation to the water switch - comparing summer 2014 to previous years AND accounting for seasonal variance - Larder wrote "there does appear to be a high proportion of EBLL last summer than usual" | guess | am just confused how this report in July is consistent with what the department is saying now?

RE: Look for a statement

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Thanks for your patience on this. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has consistently provided information regarding the city of Flint and blood lead levels. When initially looking at the citywide and county elevated blood lead level numbers, the increase appeared to be consistent with the routine seasonal fluctuation seen in the summer months. It wasn't until the Hurley report came out that our epidemiologists took a more in-depth look at the data by zip code, controlling for seasonal variation, and confirmed an increase outside of normal trends. As a result of this process, we have determined that the way we analyze data collected needs to be thoroughly reviewed. Additionally, Gov. Rick Snyder has created a Flint Water Task Force to review all city, state and federal responses and actions and is expected to make recommendations moving forward. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is focused on ensuring appropriate case management and follow up in Flint. Summary reports outlining blood lead level testing are posted online on a bi-weekly basis, and we work closely with local partners to fulfill data requests as we receive them. Regarding the FOIA, Mr. Edwards received all of the requested documents, with personal information redacted, on Friday, December 18. xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails20_b1263_3190_3193_2 Jennifer Eisner Public Information Officer Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Office: 517-241-2112 or Eisner) @michigan.gov oono Original Message-----

Edwards Report Response

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Importance: High Do you have an email for Rebecca Williams? Here’s the statement for your review: The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has consistently provided Flint residents with information regarding blood lead levels. When initially looking at the citywide and county elevated blood lead level numbers, the increase appeared to be consistent with the routine seasonal fluctuation seen in the summer months. It wasn’t until the Hurley report came out that our epidemiologists took a more in-depth look at the data by Z!P code, controlling for seasonal variation, and confirmed an increase outside of normal trends. As a result of this process, we have determined that the way we analyze data needs to be 1 xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails20_b1256_3167_3168_1 thoroughly reviewed. Gov. Rick Snyder has created a Flint Water Task Force to review all city, state and federal responses and actions and is expected to make recommendations moving forward. Our department is focused on following up with city residents who has tested with elevate levels. Summary reports outlining blood lead level testing are posted online on a bi-weekly basis, and we are working closely with local partners to fulfill data requests as we receive them. Regarding the FOIA, Mr. Edwards received all of the requested documents, with personal information redacted, on Friday, December 18. xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails20_b1256_3167_3168_2

Edwards Report Response

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Importance: High For your review asap.. the reporter has a 3 p.m. deadline.. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has been, and continues to be, committed to full disclosure of information regarding the city of Flint and blood lead levels. To suggest otherwise is not consistent with how we have responded. When initially looking at the citywide and county elevated blood lead level numbers, they did not indicate anything other than seasonal fluctuation. It wasn’t until the Hurley report came out that our epidemiologists took a more in- depth look at the data by zip code, controlling for seasonal variation, and confirmed an increase outside of normal trends. As a result of this process, we have determined that the way we analyze data collected needs to be thoroughly reviewed. Our after action report will help determine how we conduct this process in the future. Our department is focused on ensuring that appropriate case management and follow up is occurring in Flint. Summary reports outlining blood lead level testing are posted online on a bi-weekly basis, and we are working closely with local partners to fulfill data requests as we receive them. Regarding the FOIA, Mr. Edwards received all of the requested documents, with personal information redacted, on Friday, December 18. xxxEND_PAGE:dhhs02_b0078_0296_0296_1

Edwards Report Response

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For your review asap.. the reporter has a 3 p.m. deadline.. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has been, and continues to be, committed to full disclosure of information regarding the city of Flint and blood lead levels. To suggest otherwise is not consistent with how we have responded. When initially looking at the citywide and county elevated blood lead level numbers, they did not indicate anything other than seasonal fluctuation. It wasn’t until the Hurley report came out that our epidemiologists took a more in- depth look at the data by zip code, controlling for seasonal variation, and confirmed an increase outside of normal trends. As a result of this process, we have determined that the way we analyze data collected needs to be thoroughly reviewed. Our after action report will help determine how we conduct this process in the future. Our department is focused on ensuring that appropriate case management and follow up is occurring in Flint. Summary reports outlining blood lead level testing are posted online on a bi-weekly basis, and we are working closely with local partners to fulfill data requests as we receive them. Regarding the FOIA, Mr. Edwards received all of the requested documents, with personal information redacted, on Friday, December 18. xxxEND_PAGE:dhhs03_b0333_1234_1237_4

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