Contra Costa Health

It’s going to be a hot week. Take steps to protect your health during extreme heat. Learn more: cchealth.org/health-and-saf… Va a ser una semana calurosa. Toma medidas para proteger tu salud durante el calor extremo. Más información: cchealth.org/health-and-saf…

¡Las sonrisas dulces merecen un cuidado dulce! Demuestra amor a los dientes ayudando a los niños a cepillarse dos veces al día, a usar hilo dental diariamente y a visitar al dentista con regularidad para mantener sus sonrisas fuertes y radiantes. cchealth.org/services-and-p…

Sweet smiles deserve sweet care! Show teeth some love by helping kids brush twice a day, floss daily, and visit the dentist regularly to keep their smiles strong and shining. Learn more: cchealth.org/services-and-p…

This Valentine's Day, choose you. Staying up to date on vaccines and getting tested for STIs regularly helps you stay informed, protected and in charge of your health. Learn more: cchealth.org/health-and-saf…

During #BlackHistoryMonth, we honor Black leaders who shaped medicine and public health. Black Californians still face higher chronic disease rates and shorter life expectancy due to systemic barriers. CCH is working to improve equity and access to care. cchealth.org/about-contra-c…

A little reminder for your smile. Small habits make a big difference. Learn more at bit.ly/cchoralhealth Los pequeños hábitos marcan la diferencia. Cuida tu sonrisa todos los días. Aprende más en bit.ly/cchoralhealth

Flu levels are high right now. Protect yourself and others by washing your hands often, masking up in crowded indoor spaces, and staying up to date on your flu vaccine. More info: cchealth.org/get-care/healt…

Casi 200 voluntarios, un esfuerzo coordinado. Cada año, CCH realiza el recuento PIT utilizando datos SIG en tiempo real para comprender mejor la situación de las personas sin hogar y orientar los servicios en todo el condado. Gracias a todos nuestros socios por su apoyo.

Nearly 200 volunteers, one coordinated effort. Every year, CCH conducts the PIT Count using real-time GIS data to better understand homelessness and guide services countywide. Thanks to all of our partners for their support.

You could be someone’s match. For people facing blood cancers and serious blood disorders, a donor can mean everything. Joining the NMDP registry is an easy step that could save a life. Sign up today: my.nmdp.org/s/join?languag…

@MichaelRKaufman Yes - the wild mushrooms were foraged at a regional park in Contra Costa County.

@CoCoHealth Hi @CoCoHealth . Were the mushrooms found in Contra Costa County?

CCH confirms a county resident has died after eating wild mushrooms. Some toxic mushrooms closely resemble edible ones. Do not eat wild mushrooms unless you are certain of their identification. More info: cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPH…

Un hombre murió después de consumir hongos silvestres. No coma hongos silvestres a menos que esté seguro de su identificación y tenga experiencia experta. Más información: cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPH…

CCH’s HazMat team conducted air monitoring after reports of flaring and odors at the Martinez Refining Company (MRC) Monday morning. No health risks requiring community action were found. We’ve requested a 72-hour report, which will be posted on cchealth.org.

Respiratory season is here. Not sure which vaccines you or your family need? Here's a quick guide. La temporada respiratoria ya comenzó. ¿No estás seguro de qué vacunas necesitas tú o tu familia? Aquí tienes una guía.

Llamando a todos los jóvenes de 18 a 35 años. Podrías ser el partido salvavidas de alguien. Únete al NMDP y haz un impacto real: ✅ Registro sencillo ✅Proceso sin dolor ✅Una oportunidad para salvar una vida Más información: my.nmdp.org/s/join?languag…

Calling all 18-to 35-year-olds. You could be someone’s lifesaving match. Join the NMDP and make a real impact : ✅ Simple sign up ✅Pain-free process ✅A chance to save a life Learn more: my.nmdp.org/s/join?languag…

Hay tiempo para ser voluntario en el Conteo PIT de este año. Forma parte de un equipo de voluntarios el 29 de enero para ayudar a encuestar a personas en situación de falta de vivienda y brindar una visión vital de nuestra comunidad. Inscríbete hoy mismo: …-in-time-count-cocogis.hub.arcgis.com

There’s still time to volunteer for this year’s PIT Count! Join a team of volunteers on Jan. 29 to help survey people experiencing homelessness and provide a vital snapshot of our community. Sign up today: …-in-time-count-cocogis.hub.arcgis.com

Check out @GavinNewsom comments in his State of the State speech today where he acknowledged @CCCounty saw one of the largest drops in unsheltered homeless in the state – a 35% decrease, while the state saw a 9% drop. @ContraCostaEHSD @CoCoHealth