Colusa County Public Health

06/30/2026

⚠️ Public Health Alert: Product Safety Warning

Colusa County Public Health is notifying the community of a product safety warning involving Darice Timeless Minis. These miniature products contain lead levels that exceed the federal lead content ban.

They were sold at various retailers and third‑party sellers through April 2026.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the warning on June 11, 2026.

If you have these items, stop using them immediately and keep them away from children.

More information is available from the CPSC:
www.cpsc.gov/Warnings/2026/CPSC-Warns-Consumers-to-Stop-Using-Darice-Timeless-Minis-Miniature-Red-Wagons-Chairs-and-Watering-Cans-Immediately-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury-from-Lead-Poisoning-Violate-Federal-Ban-for-Lead-in-Paint

05/27/2026

🎓 Congratulations to all of our Colusa County graduates
We are proud of your hard work and everything you have achieved.

To celebrate you, Colusa County Public Health will be offering free professional graduation photos during our No To***co Day Event.

📅 Friday, May 29
⏰ 2 PM to 6 PM
📍 Colusa County

Each graduate will receive one to three professional poses. A photo release is required for all graduates. If the graduate is under 18, a parent or guardian must sign the release before photos are taken.

All photos will be made available digitally through a secure link after the event. Graduates will receive a unique QR code that connects directly to their personal photo folder.

Bring your cap and gown or come as you are. We look forward to celebrating your accomplishments and supporting a healthier, to***co free community!

04/25/2026

04/22/2026

04/09/2026

⚠️ PUBLIC HEALTH ALERT – Product Contains Lead

A recall alert has been issued for Great Value Dinosaur‑Shaped Chicken Nuggets (29oz, blue plastic bag with ~36 nuggets).

Affected lot: 0416DPO1215
Best If Used By: FEB 10 2027
Sold at: Walmart stores nationwide

This product may contain lead levels above the federal safety limit.

If you have this product:
• Do not eat it.
• Discard it or follow the instructions in the public health alert for a refund.
• Test children for lead exposure if they ate or came into contact with this product.

More details are available on the USDA website: www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls

For questions, contact:
Colusa County Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
530‑458‑0380

04/06/2026

🗓️ Adolescent Vaccination Action Week — April 6–10 💉

Keeping preteens and teens up to date on vaccines is one of the best ways to protect them from serious illnesses. During Adolescent Vaccination Action Week, take a moment to check in with your child’s doctor about the vaccines they may need:

🟣Meningitis 🧠
🔴HPV (cancer‑preventing vaccine) 🎗️
🟢Whooping cough 🤧

Vaccines help keep teens healthy, active, and protected as they grow. A quick appointment can make a big difference.