Condoms:  Condom usage, or the barrier method, is a safe sex practice that is very important in preventing ... chances of an unwanted pregnancy. Condoms come in a variety of types that are suitable for females and

caused by infection with various influenza (flu) Type A viruses. These viruses naturally spread among wild ... dairy and poultry workers. A multi-state outbreak of avian influenza A(H5N1) (“H5N1 influenza”) infection

sting in defense if provoked and have the same venom. A swarm of bees in flight or at rest sometimes concerns ... Africanized Honey Bees are more likely to defend a greater area around their hive, and respond faster

Department of Health & Human Services was awarded a $1.7 million grant by the US Department of Housing ... addressing multiple home hazards together, the HHP ensures a safer environment for residents by eliminating significant

illness is usually mild with symptoms lasting up to a week, and many people do not have symptoms or will ... Zika virus infection during pregnancy can cause a serious birth defect called microcephaly and other

Greater Los Angeles Vector Control District) and a small area in the northwest section of Long Beach ...  to the residents of Long Beach.  What are vectors? A vector is any insect or arthropod, rodent, or other

remains unexplained after a thorough investigation, including performance of a complete autopsy, and review ... unexpected deaths: those without a clear cause, such as SIDS, and those from a known cause, such as suffocation

LEAD AND LEAD POISONING:  Lead is a highly toxicetal that may cause a range of health problems, especially ... REDUCTION PROGRAM The City of Long Beach is administering a grant from the Department of Housing and Urban Development

Asthma Life Skills Academy for Adults (ALSAA) is a one-on-one, in-home, asthma education and case management ... with asthma in Long Beach. ALSAA is implemented by a team of multi-lingual/multi-cultural health educators

Network (SSN) Program is an evidence-based program with a proven approach for connecting people at high risk ... person who access services gets paid, and has a chance to become a leader or Stay Connected Recruiter themselves