possible source of radiation exposure is a “dirty bomb.” A dirty bomb is a small explosive device packaged with ... exposure to airborne radioactive material. If there is a basement, go there. Stay Connected When you learn

you should know the following: What to do before a flood Plan for evacuation including where you are ... the route you will follow. Prepare your home for a flood. Call your local building department or office

MERS is a respiratory illness that affects a person’s lungs and breathing. It’s caused by a virus (germ) ... ill. Healthcare workers and household contacts of a MERS patient are most likely to become ill. Most MERS

Director Alison King brings five years of experience as a public health administrator and more than 20 years ... experience. Prior to her appointment, Ms. King oversaw a $110 million budget that subsidizes rental housing

PERMITTING  The City of Long Beach requires that a permit be obtained prior to the construction or destruction ... permit application. The required attachments include a site plan showing the locations of all wells (proposed

Lead in Baby Foods  Bilingual English and Spanish A congressional report found heavy metals such as lead ... Poisoning? Checklist Bilingual English and Spanish A simple tool to help you identify potential lead exposure

Information on Sex and Relationships What is a healthy relationship?   A healthy relationship can take on many ... established boundaries, then it can help facilitate a healthy relationship. All healthy relationships have

replace salt and minerals is to drink fruit juice or a sports beverage during exercise or any work in the ... or evening. Rest frequently in shady areas.  Use a Buddy System: When working in the heat, monitor the

What is anthrax? Anthrax is a bacterial disease that most commonly affects animals such as cattle, pigs ... lungs. Early symptoms may resemble those of flu or a common cold: fever, cough, headache, chills, weakness

Department of Health & Human Services has created a Bicillin (BIC) Distribution Program to help providers ... For any questions about the program or to fufill a BIC request, please contact the HIV/STI Resource Line