Today is National #WearRedDay! Wear red clothing today to raise awareness of heart disease and to promote the importance of heart health. Learn more about how you can keep your heart healthy and strong from : bit.ly/3wWvzR2. #OurHearts
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Don’t skip a beat! Be heart-healthy by choosing foods with fiber, such as fruits, veggies, and whole grains. #HeartMonth
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Get #red-y to rock the red! National WearRedDay® is TOMORROW. Join us on Feb. 3 as we raise awareness about cardiovascular disease and save lives. When we come together, we can be the beat.
Thank you for meeting with reps from and and for your support and commitment to protect #PublicHERO in #CABudget to train our frontlines of defense against disease and illness !
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CA’s local public health leaders are gathered in the State Capitol today to send #CALeg a strong message: #CACantWait to invest in rebuilding our frontlines of defense against disease & stand ready the next crisis. Protect #PublicHERO in #CABudget.
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Food poisoning is more common than you may think. Learn which germs from food cause the most illnesses, hospitalizations, and deaths in the United States: bit.ly/2QHuG8G #FoodSafety
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There’s nothing like warm soup on a chilly day. Celebrate #NationalSoupMonth by trying some of our many mouthwatering, nutritious soup recipes. Yes, please! myplate.gov/myplate-kitche
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#DYK: You can get free at-home COVID-19 tests? Get 8 free tests per person each month through your medical insurance (contact your insurance for specific details).
Help slow the spread of COVID-19 by testing when you have symptoms or have been exposed.
#GetTestedCA
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Drinking sugary drinks contributes to your risk for certain health issues like high blood pressure, obesity, and type 2 #diabetes. Here are some tricks to help you #RethinkYourDrink: bit.ly/3OegZMz
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Stay covered against COVID & flu this season! Wash hands, cover coughs or sneezes & protect others by staying home when sick.
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Keep yourself hydrated during the winter by keeping a reusable water bottle nearby or by eating more foods high in water content (like spinach and bell peppers) to maximize water intake! 💧
#water #hydrated #hydrateyourself
January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Human trafficking impacts individuals, families, and communities across the United States. Learn more: humantraffickinghotline.org/what-human-tra. #Partner2Prevent #EndTrafficking
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Celebrate #LunarNewYear safely and responsibly. Get vaccinated and boosted, stay home if you are sick, and get tested if you have COVID-19 symptoms.
Make an appointment at myturn.ca.gov
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CDC recommends that everyone between the ages of 13 and 64 gets tested at least once as part of routine care. People with certain risk factors should get tested at least once a year.
To schedule an appointment for STI/HIV testing at MCDPH, call (559) 675-7893.
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A delicious, stewed chicken and rice dish, paired with tomatoes and traditional seasonings. Find this recipe and more at: myplate.gov/recipes/myplat #MyPlateKitchen #StartSimplewithMyPlate
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Check out our upcoming Flu & COVID-19 vaccine schedule for next week 1/23-1/28.
COVID-19 and flu vaccines are safe to get together but are also offered separately. Appointments are preferred. Book at MyTurn.ca.gov or call 311.
Please see the COVID-19 data update for Madera County from the California Department of Public Health. Updated on January 18, 2023.
For more information, please visit: nter-case-maderacounty.hub.arcgis.com
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Join us tonight on Facebook at 5:30pm for a live Q&A session with MCDPH’s Diabetes Prevention Program! Learn small steps on how to prevent or delay Type 2 Diabetes.
⚠️ Avoid contact with floodwater!
Wear rubber gloves & rubber boots if you must touch floodwater. Prevent leaks with duct tape where tops of gloves & boots meet your clothes. Tip: protect open cuts and wounds with waterproof bandages.
Stay safe, CA! Follow for more.
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Todos son bienvenidos en los refugios, independientemente de su estatus migratorio. Los sitios que proporcionan respuesta y alivio de emergencia se consideran áreas protegidas. Lea la declaración del
: bit.ly/3H30Qbe Encuentre refugios: bit.ly/3H040fC
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All are welcome at shelters open across CA, regardless of immigration status. Sites that provide emergency response and relief are considered protected areas. Read statement: bit.ly/3GP7u4I Find shelters: bit.ly/3GFosB2
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Join us on Thursday, January 19 at 5:30pm for a live Q&A session with MCDPH’s Diabetes Prevention Program! Learn small steps on how to prevent or delay Type 2 Diabetes.
Have questions about the program? Submit your questions early by emailing public.health@maderacounty.com
No matter where you are, or how much time you have on your hands – there are ways you can give back to your community on #MLKDay.
Find one near you: CaliforniansForAll.ca.gov.
MCDPH will be closed tomorrow, January 16, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We will resume normal operations on Tuesday, January 17.
Here’s your weekly #DentalTip! Remember to brush your teeth before breakfast, this way you’ll never forget, and you’ll protect your teeth by not bushing too soon after eating food.
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Upcoming Flu & COVID-19 vaccine schedule for next week 1/14-1/20.
!UPDATE! THE CLINIC ON 1/14/23 HAS BEEN CANCELED
COVID-19 and flu vaccines are safe to get together but are also offered separately. Appointments are preferred. Book at MyTurn.ca.gov or call 311.
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COVID-19 testing services at Oakhurst Community Center and Madera Fairgrounds, Van Alen Hall will be closed on Monday, January 16 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
If you must evacuate your home, and if it’s safe to do so, don’t leave your pets behind. Learn more about protecting your pets during winter storm events: cdph.ca.gov/Programs/EPO/P
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Please see the COVID-19 data update for Madera County from the California Department of Public Health. Updated on January 11, 2023.
For more information, please visit: nter-case-maderacounty.hub.arcgis.com
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January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month.
Consider how you can #Partner2Prevent human trafficking in your community. Learn more at: acf.hhs.gov/otip/news/nati
Effective January 22, 2023, all OptumServe COVID-19 testing sites in Chowchilla (Valley Harvest Church) and Oakhurst (Community Center) will be demobilized and no longer offering services at these locations. For other testing locations: maderacounty.com/covid19testing
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Opioid/Fentanyl Overdose Awareness Town Hall and Workshop - a FREE event open to all Madera County community members!
Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at the Home Arts Hall, Madera District Fair (1850 W Cleveland Ave, Madera CA, 93637).
Please see attached flyer for more details.
How To Request Medical Records Copies. Please note there is NOT a cut-off date for requesting Medical Records. You can request them anytime Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:30pm by calling 559-675-5415.
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SAFETY: If you see a downed tree/branches - it could be hiding a power line. Assume all wires are energized & extremely dangerous. Don't touch or try to move it—keep children & animals away. Report downed lines to 911 and PG&E at 1-800-743-5002. pge.com/en_US/safety/e
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Mindful eating helps you enjoy the daily things in life. Tips to help you be present while eating are eating with your non-dominant hand, turning off any electronic devices, savoring the flavors, feeling the texture, and smelling the aromas of your food. #MondayMindfulness
Practice food safety when your power goes out by keeping your refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible. If you’re in doubt, throw it out.
Learn more about food safety during power outages at: cdc.gov/disasters/food
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Check out our upcoming Flu & COVID-19 vaccine schedule for this week 1/9-1/13.
COVID-19 and flu vaccines are safe to get together but are also offered separately. Appointments are preferred. Book at MyTurn.ca.gov or call 311.
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Taking care of your mental health this winter is just as important as taking care of your physical health.
A healthy diet, regular exercise, and plenty of sleep can help your overall well-being in good shape.
For more info on mental health resources: madera.crediblemind.com
Floods, big or small, can have devastating effects on your home and your family. You can take steps to reduce the harm caused by flooding by being prepared. Learn how to prepare for a flood and stay safe during a flood watch or warning. cdph.ca.gov/Programs/EPO/P
Please see the COVID-19 data update for Madera County from the California Department of Public Health. Updated on January 4, 2023.
For more information, please visit: nter-case-maderacounty.hub.arcgis.com
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