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LOS ANGELES COUNTY OCEAN WATER UPDATES.
For more info, visit: ph.lacounty.gov/news
Hay candados gratuitos para armas de fuego disponibles con el fin de ayudar a las familias y comunidades a guardarlas de manera segura y prevenir la violencia armada.
Para recibir gratis por correo hasta dos candados de seguridad para armas visite LockedandUnloaded.org.
Well Fed = Less Lead ✅
Feed your child meals rich in calcium, iron, and vitamin C to create a powerful defense against lead.
For more information, call 1-800-524-5323 or visit publichealth.lacounty.gov/le…
#LeadPoisoningPreventionWeek
Don't let food poisoning ruin your #Halloween party. Make sure the catering company you hire has a Public Health permit before boogying into the night!
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To find out if a caterer has a Public Health permit ask the caterer for a copy of their permit or contact your local district inspection office at 1-888-700-9995 or visit bit.ly/District-Offices.
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LOS ANGELES COUNTY OCEAN WATER UPDATES.
For more info, visit: ph.lacounty.gov/news
Las prácticas de sueño seguro pueden ayudar a reducir el riesgo del Síndrome de Muerte Súbita del Lactante (SIDS, por sus siglas en inglés). El SIDS es la muerte repentina e inexplicada de un bebé menor de 1 año.
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● A = A solas: El bebé duerme en su propio espacio, no con padres/familia, hermanos o mascotas.
● B = Boca arriba: Siempre acueste al bebé boca arriba para dormir, tanto en las siestas como en la noche.
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● C = Cuna: Use una cuna aprobada por normas de seguridad, con un colchón firme y una sábana ajustada.
Obtenga más información en ph.lacounty.gov/SafeSleep
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Get home safely after your #Halloween festivities. Never drive while impaired by alcohol or substances. Instead, have a designated driver, use a rideshare service, or take public transportation.
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If you, or someone you know, is interested in substance use treatment services, visit RecoverLA.org.
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EAK Distribution of Casper, WY and Gardeners Basics is recalling broccoli sprouting seeds due to possible Salmonella contamination. Swipe for more details.
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Follow this checklist for a spooky but safe #Halloween celebration!
If you, or someone you know, is interested in substance use treatment services, visit RecoverLA.org.
It’s Lead Poisoning Prevention Week.
Test at age one and test at age two! Lead testing for a healthy you!
Small amounts of lead can harm a child’s long-term development, even if they do not look or act sick now. The good news: early testing can prevent lifelong harm.
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Almost all California kids are at risk of lead exposure and should be tested at ages 1 and 2. Ask your child’s health care provider for a blood lead test.
For more information, call 1-800-524-5323 or visit publichealth.lacounty.gov/le…
#LeadPoisoningPreventionWeek
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An Ocean Water Quality Rain Advisory has been extended for all Los Angeles County beaches. The advisory will be in effect at least until 8:00 am, Monday, October 26, 2026.
Beach users are cautioned to avoid water contact for at least 72 hours after rainfall.
A second rabies-positive raccoon has been found in the Westlake Village area of LA County. The raccoon was found in a backyard close to where the first raccoon was reported. No residents or pets were exposed.
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Public Health reminds everyone to never touch wild animals and ensure pets are up to date on vaccines.
To learn more about rabies, visit: ph.lacounty.gov/rabies
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