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The County is aware of the issues that have arisen on Twitter and shares concerns about the increasing hateful rhetoric. However, as a government agency, we need to maintain our presence to share information with the public, especially if it can save lives during an emergency.
The first two cases in 2026 of West Nile virus have been reported in Santa Clara County. Read the press release: publichealth.santaclaracount…
Info on West Nile Virus in Santa Clara County: Live now on YouTube: youtube.com/live/hYQhyESuFhQ
County of Santa Clara Public Health Department retweeted
CalFresh Food benefits may be at risk if no federal action is taken and the shutdown continues into November. No immediate disruptions to any other public benefit programs are anticipated.
For more info, visit: cdss.ca.gov.
Live now on YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=BnTH8vIa…
You may have been exposed to measles if you visited these locations. See thread for more information.
1. Check to see if you are vaccinated against measles at myvaccinerecord.cdph.ca.gov or contact your healthcare provider.
4. Call your doctor right away if you develop symptoms and tell them you have been exposed to measles. It is very important to call ahead to any medical facility before going there so that the facility can take measures to protect other patients and visitors.
5. Read more information about measles and the symptoms: publichealth.santaclaracount…
County of Santa Clara Public Health Department retweeted
During the Asm Floor Session, @AsmMiaBonta recognized local public health leaders from @Dare2BWell, @SacPublicHealth, @GlennCoHHSA, @HealthySCC & celebrated how Future of Public Health investments have strengthened our frontlines of defense against disease. #FoPH
Next week is National Public Health Week and today #CALeg leaders recognized local #PublicHealthHeroes for their life-saving efforts to protect Californians from existing and emerging public health threats. #NPHW
County of Santa Clara Public Health Department retweeted
RECALL ALERT - Savage Pet of El Cajon, CA is recalling 66 Large Chicken Boxes 84 oz. and 74 Small Chicken Boxes 21 oz. with the lot code/best by date of 11152026 because it has the potential to contain H5N1, also known as bird flu. Read more: bit.ly/4hjMMsF
County of Santa Clara Public Health Department retweeted
RECALL ALERT - Wild Coast Raw is recalling lots of frozen Boneless Free Range Chicken Formula raw pet food for cats because it has the potential to be contaminated with HPAI H5N1, also known as bird flu. MORE: bit.ly/3F098BX
Dr. Sara Cody reflects on the 5-year anniversary of the beginning of the COVID pandemic. She spoke with NPR’s Morning Edition about the lessons she took from her experience in dealing with COVID in Santa Clara County. For the full interview: npr.org/2025/03/11/nx-s1-532…
#CALeg: Future of Public Health investments have strengthened our ability to keep local communities protected from existing and emerging public health threats like H5N1 #BirdFlu. This is #PublicHealth in action! 👇
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County of Santa Clara Public Health Department retweeted
📣 It’s not too late to vaccinate! As seasonal influenza (flu) cases and hospitalizations trend upward, CDPH is reminding Californians to get the 2024/2025 flu vaccine if they haven’t already.
Learn more: cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA/Pag… 1/3
ALT Image of a young person hugging an elderly individual, with text promoting flu vaccination.
News release: Improved oral health in Sana Clara County highlights National Children’s Dental Health Month publichealth.santaclaracount…
Despite improvements, more than a quarter of kindergarteners in Santa Clara County had at least one cavity, when surveyed.
Visit sccphd.org/OralHealth or call (408) 808-6102 for information on getting health coverage and finding a dentist.
Smoke can cause eye and throat irritation, coughing, and difficulty breathing. If you have severe symptoms, get medical help right away. For up-to-date information about local air quality, visit @AIRNow at airnow.gov or the @AirDistrict at baaqmd.gov.
