H1N1 Community Vaccination Clinic November 21, 2009
The Health Department will be holding a community based H1N1 flu vaccine immunization clinics at the Millikan High School (2800 Snowden Avenue, LB 90815) on Saturday, November 21, 2009 from 9 am to 4 pm.
Community H1N1 Flu Vaccine Clinic on Saturday, Nov. 7
The Health Department will be holding the first of several community based H1N1 flu vaccine immunization clinics at the Long Beach Convention Center on Saturday, November 7, 2009 from 9 am to 4 pm.
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The City of Long Beach Animal Care Services and Justin
Rudd’s Haute Dog Network are joining forces to get (200) Long Beach dogs fixed
before the end of October in the “Haute Dog Fix” canine spay and neuter voucher
program. This program will provide one $100 canine spay and neuter vouchers to
the first (200) Long Beach residents who get their dogs fixed at a
participating local veterinary clinic.
HEALTH DEPARTMENT URGES CONTINUED VIGILANCE FOR PANDEMIC H1N1
Health officials just received confirmation of the first fatality in Long Beach due to pandemic H1N1 influenza virus (previously known as swine flu). The patient was a man in his mid-20’s with an underlying medical condition who became ill in late June, was hospitalized, but died of complications in early July. In the last three weeks, 15 other residents of Long Beach have been reported as hospitalized due to pandemic H1N1, and over 73 total cases have been reported in Long Beach since the start of the outbreak.
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CLIMB ABOARD…
Need help getting the medicines your doctor prescribes? If you are uninsured and financially struggling, you may qualify for programs that provide free or nearly free prescription medicines.
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Long Beach Residents Invited to attend the Black Infant Health 20-Year Anniversary Celebrate Healthy Babies Fair on Saturday June 27, 2009
Long Beach residents are invited to join the Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (LBDHHS) African-American Infant Health Program and several local service providers as we celebrate 20 years of helping to lower infant and maternal mortality rates among African-Americans in Long Beach. The event will take place Saturday, June 27, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Silverado Park Community Center, 1545 W. 31st Street, Long Beach, California 90810.
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The State of California Department of Public Health Laboratory has determined that the City of Long Beach now has five (5) confirmed cases of swine flu (H1N1), which includes the California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) student confirmed to have this strain of the flu late Saturday. In addition, over the weekend, four more cases of swine flu were confirmed by the State Public Health Laboratory.
The State of California today confirmed that the one probable case of swine flu identified earlier this week in a student at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) has been diagnosed as swine flu (H1N1). This confirmation was provided by the State’s Public Health Laboratory, and is the first confirmed case of swine flu in Long Beach. The Health Department continues to receive information from the local medical community of other probable cases of swine flu in the City.
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The City of Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (Health
Department) has detected two additional probable cases of swine influenza. Both patients presented to local area hospital emergency rooms with influenza like illness, and they were evaluated, tested and released home. The epidemiological investigation of these individuals is on-going, and their specimens have been sent to the State Laboratory for confirmation.
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The City of Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (Health Department) is awaiting confirmation on the first probable case of swine influenza in Long Beach.
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HEALTH DEPARTMENT ENCOURAGES COMMUNITY TO PREPARE FOR AND PREVENT THE SPREAD OF SWINE FLU
The State of California today confirmed 4 additional swine flu cases, one in San Diego County, 2 in Imperial County and a new case in Sacramento County, bringing the total confirmed cases in California up to eleven. The total number of U.S. cases have increased to 44 confirmed cases, from 5 states; California, Texas, Kansas, Ohio, and New York. The cases of affected individuals in the U.S. are experiencing a mild form of the virus, so far. In Mexico there have been 21 confirmed deaths attributed to swine influenza.
Health Department Concerned About Swine Flu As of April 24, 2009, six California residents from San Diego and Imperial Counties have been diagnosed with a new type of swine influenza (swine flu) virus infection. Swine influenza is a respiratory virus common to pigs that does not normally affect humans; however, human infections with swine flu do occur.
As of this afternoon, eleven California residents have been diagnosed with confirmed swine influenza A (H1N1) virus infection; there are also two probable cases under investigation. The confirmed cases reside in San Diego, Imperial, and Sacramento Counties. No cases have been reported in the City of Long Beach to date.
A Public Health Town Hall Meeting
A Public Health Town Hall Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 9,
2009 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM at the Miller Family Health Education Center,
located at 3820 Cherry Ave. The meeting will include presentations on
food recalls, responsible pet ownership and maintaining a healthy
home. The Town Hall Meeting will also feature a Q&A session with
the City Health Officer.
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“Building a Foundation for a Healthy America” – Health Department Celebrates 2009 National Public Health Week – April 6-12, 2009
“Building a Foundation for a Healthy America” is the theme for this year’s National Public Health Week celebration. The City’s Health Department will celebrate this theme April 6-12, 2009, with special events all week. National Public Health Week was established by the American Public Health Association (APHA), and is celebrated each year to recognize the contributions of public health and highlight issues that are important to improving the public’s health.
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DEALING WITH MOLD
Some families in Long Beach were affected by the heavy rains this past weekend and experienced flooding in their homes. If your home was flooded and you are concerned about the potential for mold or are dealing with mold in your home, you can find more information here.
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Stay Warm Safely this Winter
During the cold weather, Health officials would like to remind residents who lack central heating to use safe methods for heating their homes.
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RECALL OF FOOD PRODUCTS CONTAINING PEANUT BUTTER
A recent nationwide foodborne illness outbreak in 43 states involving peanut butter has resulted in 6 deaths and 501 people ill. Salmonella typhimurium, a bacteria, in peanut butter and peanut paste produced by the Peanut Corporation of America in Georgia has been identified as the source of the outbreak.
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Virginia Graeme Baker Pool & Safety Act of 2007
The City of Long Beach, Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS), Recreational Water Program is advising all public pool and spa owners and operators within the City of Long Beach of a new federal law regarding pool/spa drainage systems.
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First of Three Upcoming Kindergarten Festivals to be Held This Weekend: "Preparing for School is Preparing for Life"
The City of Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services' Early Childhood Education Committee, in collaboration with the Long Beach Unified School District, will host three free Kindergarten Festivals during the months of January, February and March 2009 for parents whose children will enter kindergarten in the Fall of 2009. The Festivals will provide parents with information about early childhood education, kindergarten readiness and information about the school registration process.
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City Health Officer Encourages Healthy Habits to Prevent Flu
City Health Officer Dr. Helene Calvet is encouraging everyone to develop good respiratory hygiene habits and assist in preventing the flu this year. Flu is often transmitted by coughing and sneezing, or by touching objects after you have sneezed, spreading bacteria and viruses. By changing our habits (which are highlighted in the attached video) we can all help to prevent the transmission of flu and other diseases.
HOME-GENERATED SHARPS REQUIREMENTS FOR PROPER DISPOSAL
Beginning on September 1, 2008, State law (Section 118286 of the California Health and Safety Code) makes it illegal to dispose of sharps waste in the trash or recycling containers, and requires that all sharps waste be transported to a collection center in an approved sharps container.
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Cold Weather Prompts City Health Officer Advisory
A storm system is expected to arrive into the Long Beach area this weekend or early next week, bringing temperatures 15-20 degrees below normal, gusty winds, and rainfall. Current weather forecasts indicate that this cold, wet weather could last for about 6 days.
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2009 Homeless Count
The City of Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services Homeless Services Division is seeking volunteers to participate in the biennial 2009 Homeless Count, which will be conducted on Thursday, January 29, 2009.
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Flu Clinics 2008
October marks the beginning of flu season, and local public health officials are urging residents at high risk for complications from the flu to get a flu shot. Beginning October 30, The City of Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (Health Department) will provide flu shots to persons 60 years and older, individuals over 18 with chronic medical conditions and pregnant women at ten clinics throughout the city.
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Your medical information is personal, and requires privacy and Confidentiality. The City of Long Beach is committed to protecting your medical information. We are required by state and federal law to ensure that your medical information is kept private, and/or is only released under strict legal and necessary guidelines.
Public Health Officials Remind Residents to Protect Themselves From the Heat
Since weather forecasts predict peak temperatures to be in the low- to mid-90s for the next two days, the City of Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (Health Department), is reminding residents to play it safe and protect themselves from heat-related illness.
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RFP for Homeless Management Information System (HMIS)
The City of Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services, in conjunction with the HMIS Steering Committee announces the release of the Request for Proposals for the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS).
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TAKE PRECAUTIONS: UNHEALTHY AIR IN LONG BEACH
The City Health Officer is advising all individuals with breathing problems to take extra precautions during the current poor air quality conditions caused by the fires in southern California. More...
Flu Clinics 2007
October marks the beginning of flu season, and local public health officials are urging residents at high risk for complications from the flu to get a flu shot.
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SACRAMENTO – Dr. Mark Horton, director of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), today urged consumers to stop using lunch boxes, which have been distributed as CDPH nutrition educational items, after testing showed elevated levels of lead in three lunch boxes.
City of Long Beach and Safe Kids Los Angeles to sponsor safety seat checkup in September
The City of Long Beach Neighborhood Services Bureau, the Long Beach Health Department’s Best Babies Collaborative Project, and Safe Kids Los Angeles will partner to offer a by-appointment-only car seat checkup on September 15, 2007 in an effort to address the issue of deaths and injuries to children as passengers of motor vehicles. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for U.S. children between the ages of 1 and 14. Therefore, "for children as passengers, riding in the car unrestrained poses the greatest risk factor in death and injuries" said Dennis Thys, Manager of the Neighborhood Services Bureau (NSB). Much of the problem has to do with car seat misuse; nationally, it is estimated that 8 out of 10 car seats are not being used correctly.
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An emergency or disaster can range from inconvenient to devastating for you, your family and the community. The City of Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services' (Health Department) Public Health Emergency Management Program (PHEM) encourages you take simple steps to ensure the safety and well-being of you and your loved ones from a man-made and/or natural disaster.
The first 2007 human case of West Nile Virus (WNV) in California has been reported by State Health Officials.A 21-year-old Kern County woman has tested positive for WNV infection.The woman’s symptoms include fever, headache and body aches, however, she was not hospitalized.
An LA City Sanitation sewage spill of approximately 10,000 gallons occurred last night at 6:05 pm in the San Pedro and LA Harbor area. Due to historic water currents, there is a potential that the City's recreational waters may be impacted. Therefore the Long Beach Health Officer, Dr. Helene Calvet, has ordered Beach Advisories posted on the city's coastal beaches.
Prevention Works! CANCER RATES DROP
The second year of significant reductions in the national cancer rate has public health experts excited about the benefits of prevention in reducing death, disease and disability due to cancers. This positive news is largely contributed to the reduction in smoking nationally, and the decrease in exposure to second hand smoke from tobacco products.
Everyone Counts 2007
The Department of Health and Human Services and the wide variety of community stakeholders in Long Beach will conduct the 2007 Homeless Count project.
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Residents Invited to Review Draft Recommendations for the City's Community Partnership to End Homelessness
Since September 2005, more than 100 community members, including local business owners, concerned citizens, faith based organizations, service providers, and local government have worked on developing recommendations to address the critical problem of homelessness in Long Beach. The Community is invited to review the draft recommendations for the City’s 10-Year Plan to End Homelessness and provide comments and suggestions at several community meetings planned throughout the City.
The DHHS have been provided with the attached listing by some of the local community providers who are offering meals to individuals during the Thanksgiving holidays. This list is not exhaustive, and there may be limitations. Anyone interested in providing these referrals should contact the agencies to ensure availability.
The 18th Annual Dale Shimizu Memorial Walk/Run Event and Red Ribbon Celelbration October 28, 2006
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Lead Safe Work Practice Classes
The City’s Environmental Health Lead Program is providing free "Lead Safe Work Practice’s" training classes. This training teaches work practice methods that prevent lead hazards from being created during routine maintenance and property renovation activities. Those who complete this training will receive a certificate recognized by the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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The 2nd Annual Long Beach Community Connections Event on Wednesday, December 6, 2006 from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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PERTUSSIS (WHOOPING COUGH) CLUSTER UNDER INVESTIGATION
A cluster of cases of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is being investigated by the City of Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (Health Department). The cases all originated at one facility in Long Beach. Whooping cough can be a very serious disease for all ages, but particularly for infants less than one year of age.
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Prevent Heat Related Health Problems – Help Seniors Beat the Heat! If you identify someone with an urgent health risk – you should dial 911 to request immediate assistance.However, understanding the health risks associated with heat can prevent illness and injury, particularly in our senior population.
Food Safety Advisory During the energy emergency, power outages may occur in the City of Long Beach that may affect your food supply.In the event of a blackout, the following information will be essential to maintaining food in a safe and sanitary manner More...
Request for Proposals
The City of Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking a contractor to conduct a Needs Assessment of HIV/AIDS Prevention and Care in order to identify the HIV care and treatment needs of diverse populations in Long Beach and Service Planning Area (SPA) 8.
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Press Release: PRECAUTIONS URGED AFTER FIRST HUMAN CASE OF WESTNILE VIRUS IN CALIFORNIA
A 27-year old Kern County man is the first reported human case of West Nile Virus (WNV) in California this year. Although no WNV activity has been documented in the City of Long Beach this season, the virus has been detected in 13 of California’s 58 counties, including Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura and San Diego.
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The Perinatal Multicultural Coalition (PMCC) along with the Long Beach-Wilmington Best Babies Collaborative will be hosting a two-hour presentation on "Women's Health: Breast Cancer, Imagery & Relaxation"
Baseline Air Quality and Noise Human Health Risk
The citizens of Long Beach have addressed concerns that increased air and noise pollution within the City limits are adversely affecting their health. The primary concern centers around the emission of pollutants from the major transportation sources (freeways, ports, airport, and truck/rail traffic), as well as the noise from the airport, and their impact on the residents.
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Your community is a bank of human assets and financial wealth.This workshop will teach participants how to map local assets – both people-based and material-based – and then develop creative approaches to tap renewable, community based resources.
500 community volunteers are needed to assist The City of Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (Health Department) Bioterrorism Preparedness Program with a simulated full scale medicine dispensing exercise.
Strategic Plan to End Homelessness
The City of Long Beach is pleased to announce that a Community Partnership for the Strategic Plan to End Homelessness in 10 Years has been formed to discuss, identify, and create solutions to end the problems of homelessness in Long Beach. More...
First Human Case of West Nile Virus Infection in Long Beach Announced
A 71 year-old Long Beach woman has been infected with the West Nile Virus (WNV), Darryl M. Sexton, MD, City Health Officer announced today. The woman sought medical care, but required no hospitalization and has resumed normal activity. More...
