California Department of Public Health
@CAPublicHealth
Official account of the California Department of Public Health. Optimizing the health and well-being of all Californians.
Have summer travel plans? Protect yourself and your family by staying up to date on your COVID-19 vaccine and all routine vaccines. Talk to your health care provider or visit MyTurn.ca.gov to schedule a vaccine appointment.
If you live in an area recovering from wildfire, take precautions to keep contaminated soil from entering your home. Lead is especially harmful to children, as it can affect their developing brains. 📲 Learn more: cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPH… #WildfireRecovery
🚩 RED FLAG WARNING: Be Alert, Stay Ready A Red Flag Warning is in effect today from 1 PM to 11 PM due to dry fuels and the possibility of abundant lightning. A Fire Weather Watch follows for tomorrow afternoon and evening across parts of Northern California. 🌩 Isolated…
calhope.org offers people from all of our diverse communities with access to mental health resources & support. Hope lives here. #CaliforniaForAll
Wildfires move fast. Talk to your family, friends and neighbors to make an evacuation plan everyone can follow when disaster strikes. Get preparedness and resilience tips at listoscalifornia.org
The CARE Act is shifting how California addresses severe mental health, focusing on interventions & collaboration across systems of care—from first responders and hospitals to public defenders and civil courts. Learn more at chhs.ca.gov/care-act.
Fair season is back! 🎡 Enjoy the animals, fun food and games, and remember to keep these tips in mind: - Stay cool - Wear sunscreen - Stay hydrated - Wash your hands often, especially after visiting animal exhibits Have fun and stay safe! 🌞💧🧼 📲 cdc.gov/healthy-pets/a…
☀️Heat illness is preventable—and employers must protect workers under Cal/OSHA laws. 💧Stay hydrated 🕒Take cool down rests 👀Know the signs of heat illness Simple steps save lives. 📲 Learn more: cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPH… #CAHeatSafety #CalOSHA #HeatIllnessPrevention
Diarrhea doesn’t just come from food poisoning. Shigella germs in diarrhea can spread during sex and make you sick. Ask partners if they’ve had diarrhea recently. If so, wait to have sex of any kind until 2 weeks after symptoms end to prevent the spread. cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/D…
We all share the water we swim, play or relax in. Stay out of the water if you have diarrhea — germs can easily spread and make others sick. 📲 Learn more: cdc.gov/healthy-swimmi… #HealthySwimming
Check on your people during heatwaves, especially those at higher risk for heat-related illnesses, like: adults 65+, children under 2, those without access to air conditioning, & outdoor workers. Remember, ANYONE can get a heat-related illness. Learn more cdc.gov/extreme-heat/r…
Wildfire season is here—are you ready? Plan ahead so you can react quickly if needed. Be ready to go with: - 3-day emergency kit with essential items - N95 masks - Evacuation plans Learn more: cdph.ca.gov/Programs/EPO/P…
The price of CalRx naloxone is now $23 per twin pack! Same life-saving power. Lower cost. Get your pack of naloxone today to help save a life at calrx.ca.gov/get-naloxone.
📢 ¡Atención, padres y cuidadores! A medida que se acerca el nuevo año escolar, asegúrate de que tu hijo esté en buen estado físico. Aún no es tarde para programar un chequeo médico y asegurarte de que esté al día con todas sus vacunas. Visita: shotsforschool.org
📢 Attention, parents and caregivers! As the new school year approaches, ensure your child’s health is in top shape. It’s not too late to schedule a doctor check up and make sure they’re up to date on all vaccines Visit shotsforschool.org. #DontWaitVaccinate
Following the recent signing of the federal government's “Big, Beautiful” bill into law that guts critical safety-net programs, leaders from @DHCS_CA, @CoveredCA + @CaliforniaDSS discuss how these changes will impact Californians: youtu.be/cPgC0d_EqUo