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The San Bernardino County Department of Public Health is relocating its Adelanto Health Center to a larger, more accessible place on April 1. The new center, located at 11336 Bartlett Avenue, Suite 11, in Adelanto will improve privacy, increase service hours to meet patient demand, increase the number of patient…
New data reveals that the County of San Bernardino has a significantly higher percentage rate than the state average of stores that sell candy, mint, and liquor flavored non-cigarette tobacco products near schools. This finding is part of new data released today on the availability and marketing of tobacco, alcohol,…
After three consecutive years of below average rainfall and snowpack, 2014 is shaping up to be California’s driest year in recorded state history. On January 17, 2014, Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. proclaimed a State of Emergency and directed state officials to take all necessary actions to prepare for these…
It is important for the health of your family and pets to maintain a vector-free living environment. A vector is any animal or insect that can transmit disease to humans, such as mosquitoes, rodents, fleas and ticks. If infected, these vectors can transmit West Nile Virus, Hantavirus, Plague, or Lyme…
The Department of Public Health is promoting Preteen Vaccine Week, February 9-15, 2014. This observance is part of a statewide effort to raise awareness of immunizing 11-12-year-olds against very serious, yet preventable diseases. Preteen Vaccine Week is a great reminder to check preteen’s immunization records and schedule a doctor visit.…
The Department of Public Health has confirmed an increase in flu-related deaths this flu season. Flu activity continues to increase statewide; the number of confirmed flu-related deaths within San Bernardino County has increased from 2 to 16 since January 10, 2014. The deceased range from 29-64 years of age. The…
Asthma is one of the most common chronic diseases in children. San Bernardino County has one of the highest numbers of children diagnosed with asthma in California. The winter season brings low temperatures and windy weather which increase asthma symptoms. Subsequently, this increases hospital emergency room visits and school absenteeism…
The County of San Bernardino Department of Public Health has confirmation of its first two flu-related deaths this influenza season. “The families have our sincerest condolences,” said Dr. Maxwell Ohikhuare, Health Officer. Almost every state in the US has reported widespread geographic influenza activity. “San Bernardino County like the rest…
With any holiday food preparation, safe food handling and storage are important to keep your loved ones safe. Follow these helpful tips to prepare a safe Thanksgiving meal for your family. • Handling and Thawing. Always wash your hands with warm water and soap for at least 15 seconds before…
Be prepared for the flu season by receiving your free flu shot. The County of San Bernardino, Department of Public Health, Preparedness and Response Program is encouraging residents to get their flu shot and discover their local Point Of Dispensing (POD) site. A POD site is a location where the…