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08/06/2026

The Valley fever fungus grows in the dirt in parts of California, even though you can’t see it. It’s especially common in California's Central Valley and Central Coast. When the fungus gets in the air, people can breathe it in and get sick.

Valley fever symptoms include:

- Cough

- Fever

- Fatigue/exhaustion

- Chest pain

If you work outside in dusty areas and have symptoms that aren’t getting better, it’s important to talk to a doctor and ask if it could be Valley fever.

Learn more: http://www.cdph.ca.gov/valleyfever

🎒What’s in your backpack? There might be more than just supplies! Products like backpacks, lunchboxes, binders and foo...
08/05/2026

🎒What’s in your backpack? There might be more than just supplies!

Products like backpacks, lunchboxes, binders and food packaging may contain phthalates. Phthalates are a group of chemicals added to some plastics to make them soft and flexible.

Take these simple steps to reduce your exposures:
- Use fewer plastic school supplies, when you can. For example, use a canvas pencil bag instead of a vinyl one.
- Wash your hands often. Chemicals from school supplies and other things we touch can stay on our hands and get into our bodies without us knowing.
- Wipe surfaces with a damp cloth. Harmful chemicals can collect in dust and get into our bodies if we touch, swallow or breathe in dust.

Learn more about how to reduce exposure to phthalates from Biomonitoring California: https://biomonitoring.ca.gov/chemicals/phthalates

08/05/2026

This National Oyster Day, savor your oysters safely! Only eat oysters and other shellfish that have been fully cooked. Raw or undercooked oysters can have bacteria (like Vibrio) and viruses (like norovirus) in them that can cause food poisoning. Enjoy your oysters baked, fried, boiled or steamed to reduce the risk of food poisoning.

Learn more about vibriosis, a kind of food poisoning you can get from eating raw oysters: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Vibriosis.aspx

COVID-19 doesn’t take a summer break. If you’re feeling sick, take these steps to protect yourself and others: -Stay hom...
08/04/2026

COVID-19 doesn’t take a summer break. If you’re feeling sick, take these steps to protect yourself and others:

-Stay home and rest.
-Avoid contact with others, especially those at higher risk for serious illness.
-Wear a mask if you must be around others.
-Wash your hands often with soap and water. If soap and water are unavailable, use a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
-Stay hydrated with plenty of clear fluids.
-Cover your cough or sneeze.
-Talk to a health care provider about treating aches and fever with medicine.

Learn more: go.cdph.ca.gov/respiratory-viruses

Drink water or beverages without caffeine, sugar, or alcohol regularly throughout the day to stay hydrated during hot su...
08/03/2026

Drink water or beverages without caffeine, sugar, or alcohol regularly throughout the day to stay hydrated during hot summer days. Many fruits and veggies can also help. If you drink caffeinated or alcoholic beverages, be sure to alternate them with water to avoid dehydration. If your doctor limits the amount you can drink or has you on water pills, ask them how much you should drink while the weather is hot.

Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/healthy-weight-growth/water-healthy-drinks/

08/03/2026

¡Es la Semana de la Vacuna contra el VPH en California! ¿Sabías que la vacuna contra el VPH ayuda a prevenir seis tipos de cáncer? La Academia Americana de Pediatría continúa recomendando la vacuna contra el VPH para todos los niños de 9 a 12 años. Se recomienda la vacunación a temprana edad para ayudar a proteger a los niños mucho antes de que entren en contacto con el virus. Bríndale a tu hijo una protección potente para el futuro.

Obtén más información sobre cuándo y por qué es importante vacunar a tu hijo.
https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Immunization/Preteen.aspxhttps://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Immunization/Preteen.aspx

08/03/2026

It’s California HPV Vaccine Week! Did you know that the HPV vaccine helps prevent six types of cancers? The American Academy of Pediatrics continues to recommend the HPV vaccine for all children ages 9-12. Vaccination is recommended early in life to help protect children long before they ever have contact with the virus. Give your child powerful protection for the future.

Learn more about when and why it’s important to vaccinate your child at https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Immunization/Preteen.aspxhttps://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Immunization/Preteen.aspx

08/03/2026

August is National Immunization Awareness Month!

Vaccines protect you and the people around you. They’re safe, well-tested and help prevent serious diseases like measles, whooping cough and even some cancers. Vaccines are an important part of staying healthy at every age and have saved millions of lives worldwide.

Learn why vaccines are one of the best ways to protect your health at go.cdph.ca.gov/vaccinefacts

08/03/2026

Summer is flying by! Parents and caregivers, make sure to add “vaccines” to the top of your back-to-school checklist. California’s school vaccine requirements have not changed, and all required school vaccines are covered by insurance, including Medi-Cal.

Where to get vaccines:

- Doctor’s office

- Clinics and health departments

- Pharmacies for kids age 3+

Start now to give your child a strong start to the school year!

Questions about school requirements? Visit https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Immunization/School/resources-parents.aspx

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