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Pertussis (Whooping Cough) Cases Rise Sharply
Across State: Vaccination Urged
Press Release - Aug 25
Press Release - Aug 16
Press Release - July 20
Press Release - June 29
Learn More About Pertussis
Hear What Pertussis (Whooping Cough) Sounds Like |
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Recovery Month
September is National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month. Communities and coalitions throughout the nation are celebrating with special events. A local coalition in El Dorado County has planned an event on Sept. 25.
Learn more about local Alcohol and Drug Programs. |
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IZ Xtreme and Kung Flu Fighters are Back!
 The IZ Xtreme program offers free pre-teen vaccines for 6th grade students (and interested 7th and 8th grade students) in participating El Dorado County schools. For details click here.
 Kung Flu Fighters provides flu vaccine for students in grades K-5 and 7-8 in participating El Dorado County schools. For details click here.
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Health Services Department Offers
Low Cost Back-To-School Immunizations
The El Dorado County Health Services Department, Public Health Division, is now offering low cost back-to-school immunizations for children entering kindergarten. |
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Summer is Here...Beat the Heat
Summertime Tips to Stay Cool and Healthy
Prepare for Hot Weather |
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Health Officials See Increase
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Chickenpox Cases
Health officials in El Dorado County are seeing an increase in cases of chickenpox in the community, and recommend that parents ensure their children are fully immunized. “Two doses of the chickenpox vaccine are recommended for full protection,” said Dr. Olivia Kasirye, El Dorado County Health Officer. |
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H1N1 (Swine) Flu Information
It's Not Too Late To Get A Free H1N1 Vaccination
Infórmase acerca de la gripe H1N1 |
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West Nile Virus Information
Spring has El Dorado County residents thinking about gardens, hiking and the great outdoors. It is also time to think about preventing West Nile virus infection. |
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Information on Naturally Occurring Asbestos
Learn about naturally occurring asbestos (NOA) and ways you can minimize exposure. See the latest ATSDR report on El Dorado Hills and NOA. |
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Local Merchants Willing To Sell Tobacco To Minors
In an effort to stop illegal tobacco sales to minors, the El Dorado County Tobacco Use Prevention Program joined with the Sheriff and Placerville Police departments to conduct a Youth Tobacco Purchase Survey on March 5 to determine how easily minors can purchase cigarettes and chewing tobacco. |
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El Dorado County Gets High Marks
Overall in Health Report
El Dorado County is ranked as one of the top 10 healthiest counties in California, according to a national report just published by the University of Wisconsin’s Population Health Institute and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. |
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 Want to Stop Smoking
Stop Smoking Resources |
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 Need Health Insurance?
For Children - Call 1-800-388-8690 or see ACCEL
For Adults - Contact El Dorado County Human Services
You may also see the State Medi-Cal website or call the State at 1-888-747-1222 |
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 Are You Prepared for an Emergency?
Get prepared now with the Emergency Preparedness Guide created for residents and visitors in the South Lake Tahoe area. |
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 Include Your Pets and Livestock in Home Disaster Plans
View "Wild Fires and Animal Rescue" [6.47 MG] Powerpoint for tips on how to protect your animals during fire season.
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Radon Information
Learn what radon is, how to test for it in your home and steps you can take to mitigate it, if needed. See the latest report focused on Lake Tahoe and radon.
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Need Family Planning Services?
There are several health care providers in El Dorado County who offer birth control, pap exams and other family planning services. Click here for a list. |
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 Tattoo, Body Piercing & Permanent Make-Up Information
Information for artists and individuals on body art. |
