December 28, 2007: Air Quality Advisory Cancelled
The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department and the Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District today have cancelled the Air Quality Advisory for southern Santa Barbara County communities. However, unfavorable weather conditions could return over the weekend and residents are advised to avoid exposure to ash and soot in the air if another high wind event occurs. [release]
December 27, 2007: Poor Air Quality Continues
Dust and ash blown in from the Zaca burn area during yesterdays wind event continue to present unhealthful concentrations of particulate matter. These conditions are expected to improve during the day but may persist through midnight tonight [ release ]
December 26, 2007: Air Quality Advisory for Dust and Ash
Residents are advised to be cautious and use common sense to protect their family’s health. People with heart or lung disease (including asthma), older adults and children should limit time spent outdoors, and limit prolonged or heavy exertion [ release ]
December 24, 2007:
Air Quality Advisory for Dust and Ash
Dust and ash from the Zaca burn area is currently being blown into areas of Southern Santa Barbara County. Residents are advised to be cautious and use common sense to protect your family’s health [ release ]
December 21, 2007: Safe New Year for Pets
Start 2008 with a Safe New Year for Pets. Santa Barbara County Animal Services
reminds pet owners that New Year celebrations may frighten domestic animals [ release ]
December 21, 2007: Cold Weather Tips
Exposure to extremely cold temperatures and wet conditions--even for a short time—can cause serious medical conditions or death if not treated [ release ]
December 20, 2007: Prepare for Cold Weather
To prepare for cold weather, the Public Health Department urges residents to dress appropriately and heat homes in a safe manner to prevent fires and carbon monoxide poisoning [ release ]
December 14, 2007: HIB Vaccine Recall
Voluntary recall of certain lots of HIB vaccine. Merck and Co. has initiated a voluntary recall of certain lots of PedvaxHIB® and COMVAX® as they can not assure sterility of those specific vaccine lots [ release ]
December 7, 2007: An
Automated External Defibrillator is Required
Effective July 1, 2007, all health clubs and health studios in California were required to have an automated external defibrillator (AED) program in place as required in the California Health and
Safety Code. [ release ]
December 6, 2007: Storm Water Runoff Advisory
Santa Barbara County Environmental Health Services Division issued a storm water runoff advisory today, in anticipation of upcoming rains. [ release ]
December 5, 2007: Metromint Flavored Water
Dr. Mark Horton, director of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) warned consumers not to drink Metromint brand flavored water [ release ]
December 1, 2007: World AIDS Day
This year’s theme is the “Power of Partnerships” and the focus is on collaborations locally and globally. World AIDS Day serves to remind everyone that action makes a difference in the fight against HIV/AIDS. [ release ]
November 30, 2007:
Franklin Clinic Begins Renovation
Work has begun on the long-anticipated Franklin Clinic Remodel at the Franklin Neighborhood Center, located at 1136 E. Montecito Street in Santa Barbara. Medical services will continue. [ release ]
November 29, 2007: Keep Pets Safe This Holiday Season
Santa Barbara County Animal Services and the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center remind pet owners that
these festive goodies and décor, while harmless for humans, can be hazardous to your pet’s health. [ release ]
November 21, 2007: Project Healthy Neighbors
Exuberant volunteers, doctors, nurses, mental health workers, hair stylists and other professionals are gearing up for the third annual Project Healthy Neighbors taking place November 26-28. [ release ]
November 7, 2007: Process to Distribute Grants
The Santa Barbara County Human Services Commission is initiating a process to distribute grants to local agencies for the prevention of child abuse and neglect. The grants will be for fiscal years 2008 – 2011. [ release ]
November 5, 2007: Help Us Prepare
The Santa Barbara Public Health Department is implementing an emergency preparedness exercise that will also serve as a free Flu Vaccine Clinic for up to 1,500 people of all ages on Thursday, November 8, 2007 at the Santa Maria Fairpark between 1:00 and 4:00 pm. [ release ]
November 1, 2007: Totino's and Jeno's Frozen Pizzas Recalled
General Mills Operations is voluntarily recalling approximately 3.3 million pounds of frozen meat pizza products because they may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7 and may be linked to an outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 illnesses. [ release ]
November 1, 2007: Mussel Quarantine Lifted
Dr. Mark Horton, Director of the California Department of Public
Health has announced that the annual quarantine for sport-harvested
mussels ended at midnight on November 1 for all coastal counties. [ release ]
October 24, 2007: Air Quality Continue to Improve
The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department and the Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (APCD) have lifted the Air Quality Advisory for Santa Barbara County communities. [ release ]
October 23, 2007: Air Quality Advisory Has Been Upgraded
The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department and the Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (APCD) have upgraded the precautionary advisory issued yesterday to an Air Quality Advisory for Santa Barbara County communities. [ release ]
October 22, 2007: Precautionary Health Advisory for Smoke and Ash
If you smell smoke, be cautious and use common sense to protect your family’s health. Everyone, especially people with heart or lung disease (including asthma), older adults and children should limit time spent outdoors, and limit prolonged or heavy exertion. [ release ]
October 22, 2007: Adoption Open House
On Saturday, October 27, 2007 the Santa Barbara Shelter will be holding an Adoption Open House from 11:00am to 4:00pm to seek
homes for the hundreds of homeless pets currently housed in the County’s three community shelters [ release ]
October 21, 2007: Air Quality Health Advisory Continues
The health advisory issued yesterday by Santa Barbara County Public Health Department and the Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (APCD) remains in effect. [ release ]
October 21, 2007: Sedgwick Fire Animal Services Hotline
TheSanta Barbara County Animal Services Program has implemented a hotline to assist pet owners with animal evacuation and sheltering due to the Sedgwick Fire. The hotline is 681-4332.
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October 20, 2007: Air Quality Health Advisory Continues
The health advisory issued yesterday by Santa Barbara County Public Health Department and the Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (APCD) remains in effect. [ release ]
October 16, 2007: Free Flu Vaccine Clinic at Santa Maria Fairpark
Free Flu Vaccine Clinic for up to 1,500 people on Thursday, November 8, 2007 at the Santa Maria Fairpark between 1:00 and 4:00 pm. The clinic is open to all members of the public [ release ]
October 11, 2007: Missouri Firm Recalls Frozen Pot Pie Products
ConAgra Foods, a Marshall, Mo., firm, is voluntarily recalling an undetermined amount of all varieties of frozen pot pie products in commerce that may be linked to an outbreak of salmonellosis [ release ]
October 11, 2007: Contaminated Pot Pies
Consumers should not eat certain frozen Banquet or generic store brand chicken and turkey pot pies because they may be contaminated with Salmonella [ release ]
October 6, 2007: Winconsin Firm Recalls Ground Beef Products
Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation is voluntarily recalling approximately 845,000 pounds of frozen ground beef patties produced at its Butler, Wis., location because they may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, [ release ]
October 6, 2007: New Jersey Firm Expands its Recall
Topps Meat Company, LLC, an Elizabeth, N.J., establishment, on Sept. 29 voluntarily expanded its Sept. 25 recall to include a total of approximately 21.7 million pounds of frozen ground beef products [ release ]
October 5, 2007: Flu Season is Approaching
Flu season is approaching, usually starting in October and continuing through the winter months, with peak activity in January and February. Protect Yourself And Your Loved Ones With A Flu Shot [ release ]
October 4, 2007: 6th Annual Cause 4 Paws Pet Walk and Fair
This year’s event will feature David Hartwig and his performing dog, contests, vendor booths, canine dancing and agility demonstrations, the Sheriff’s K-9 Unit, food and fun for the whole family! [ release ]
September 29, 2007: Contaminated Ground Beef
New Jersey Firm expands recall of ground beef products due to
possible E. COLI O157:H7 contamination [ release ]
September 12, 2007: Parvo Virus Outbreak
This serious and often deadly disease tends to affect puppies more frequently than it affects adult dogs, although any dog can be at risk. Unvaccinated dogs are at the highest risk. [ release ]
September 10, 2007: End of Summer Pets Adoption Extravaganza
The End of Summer Adoption Extravaganza will be held Sunday, September 16, 2007 from noon to 4:00pm at the Santa Maria Animal Center. [ release ]
August 30, 2007: High Temperatures Warning
Dr. Elliot Schulman, Public Health Department Director and County Health Officer said, “Please check in regularly with elderly friends, family members, and neighbors, especially when an excessive heat warning is in effect.” [ release ]
August 28, 2007: Downgrade From the Previous Health Advisory
The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department and the Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (APCD) today downgraded the health advisory for people living in areas affected by smoke from the Zaca Fire [ release ]
August 21, 2007: 1st West Nile Virus Activity
Santa Barbara County had its first West Nile Virus (WNV) activity this year with the report of a sparrow that tested positive for WNV in the Lompoc area [ release ]
August 14, 2007: Coping with Ash from the Zaca Fire
Ash from the Zaca Fire has affected various areas in Santa Barbara County and there will likely be episodes of ash fall for some time.
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August 10, 2007: Sales of Tobacco to Minors Show Slight Increased
the annual results of undercover operations that show a 16% (15/95) sales rate of tobacco products to minors in the unincorporated areas of the county and in the City of Goleta. [ release ]
August 10, 2007: Se espera un incremento de humo y cenizas
Existe una posibilidad que el humo y las cenizas provenientes del incendio ZACA se incrementen este fin de semana debido a las operaciones de quemas controladas las cuales se efectuan para poder controlar las llamas del incendio. [ release ]
August 10, 2007: Expectation of Increased Smoke and Ash
There is an expectation of increased smoke and ash over the weekend from the Zaca Fire and the related burning operations being undertaken to control the blaze. [ release ]
August 7, 2007: Gathering Vulnerable Population
El Departamento de Salud Pública del Condado de Santa Barbara está pidiendo la ayuda del público para obtener información acerca de la población más vulnerable en el evento de una posible evacuación debido al incendio Zaca. [ release ]
August 7, 2007: Gathering Vulnerable Population
The Santa Barbara Public Health Department is asking for the public's help to gather information about the County's vulnerable population in the event of possible evacuation due to the Zaca Fire. [ release ]
August 6, 2007: Animals Needing Shelter Update
Residents needing assistance in sheltering animals evacuated due to the Zaca Fire are no longer being directed to bring their animals with them to the Dos Pueblos shelter, but instead are being directed to call the Animal Services Zaca Fire Hotline at 681-4332. [ release ]
August 6, 2007: La Caja de Evacuacion “Agarre y Salga”
El fuego de Zaca continúa quemándose en el condado de Santa Barbara. Algunas comunidades han recibido las advertencias de la evacuación, diciéndoles prepararse para una evacuación posible.
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August 6, 2007: Zaca Fire - Plan ahead For Evacuation
The Zaca Fire continues to burn in Santa Barbara County. Some communities have received evacuation warnings, telling them to prepare for a possible evacuation. [ release ]
August 6, 2007: Provider Alert - Botulism
While the risk of botulism in persons having the recalled products is small and local distribution minimal, the Santa Barbara County Public Health Department recommends that any person with symptoms suggestive of botulism be evaluated by his or her physician. [ release ]
August 3, 2007: Zaca Fire Update
Dr. Elliot Schulman, County Health Officer, said, “It’s likely people will continue to see falling ash but the thing to be most concerned about form a health perspective is if you smell smoke. [ release ]
July 29, 2007: Tainted Imported Ginger
The California Department of Pesticide Regulation’s residue monitoring program detected the presence of aldicarb sulfoxide in some batches of imported ginger. Aldicarb sulfoxide is a pesticide that is not approved for use on ginger [ release ]
July 29, 2007: Smoke Advisory for Areas Impacted by the Zaca Fire
The Air Pollution Control District recommends that residents in areas affected by smoke take appropriate actions to reduce their exposure.[ release ]
July 26, 2007: National Health Center Week
Federal , state and local officials will honor the nation’s Community Health Centers as part of National Health Center Week 2007 (NHCW) , which runs from August 5 through 11, 2007 [ release ]
July 21, 2007: Cantaminated Hot Dog Chili Sauce - Update
FDA expands its warning about the Risk of Botulism Poisoning from certain Castleberry Food Products and Dog Food [ release ] ...for more list of products [ release ]
July 20, 2007: Cantaminated Hot Dog Chili Sauce
Dr. Mark Horton, director of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), today warned consumers not to eat several canned products manufactured by Castleberry Foods due to possible contamination with the toxin that causes botulism poisoning. The products are labeled with different brand names. [ release ]
July 20, 2007: High Levels of Lead Found in Candy
California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Director warned consumers not to eat to De La Rosa Pulparindo candy imported from Mexico after tests conducted by CDPH found high levels of lead that could cause health problems [ release ]
July 19, 2007: Smoke Advisory for Areas Impacted by the Zaca Fire
Dr. Elliot Schulman, Santa Barbara County Health Officer, said, “Smoke irritates the eyes, nose and throat. Because of this, people living in areas affected by heavy smoke should minimize their exposure by limiting sports and other outdoor activities. [ release ]
July 18, 2007: Contaminated Hot Dog Chili Sauce
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers not to eat 10 ounce cans of Castleberry’s, Austex, and Kroger Hot Dog Chili Sauce with “best by” dates from April 30, 2009 through May 22, 2009 due to possible botulism contamination [ release ]
July 13, 2007: Potential Choking Hazard
Gerber® Announces Nationwide Voluntary Recall of Gerber ORGANIC Rice™ and Gerber ORGANIC Oatmeal™ 8 Ounce Cereals Due to a Potential Choking Hazard [ release ]
July 13, 2007: Smoke Advisory for Zaca Fire
The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department and the Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (APCD) today issued a joint precautionary smoke advisory for people living in areas affected by smoke from the Zaca Fire [ release ]
July 8, 2007: Smoke for Zaca Fire
The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department today issued a health advisory for people living in areas affected by smoke from the Zaca Fire [ release ]
July 5, 2007: Annual Dog License Canvass
Santa Barbara County Animal Control Officers will be canvassing door-to-door in the Santa Ynez Valley, Lompoc Valley and surrounding areas to ensure that all dogs residing in the County are currently licensed as required by law. [ release ]
June 28, 2007: Salmonella Wandsworth Outbreak
Santa Barbara County Public Health issued a medical provider alert on nationwide Salmonella Wandsworth Outbreak linked to widely distributed snack food [ release ]
June 28, 2007: Local Case of Salmonella Linked to Veggie Booty
Santa Barbara County toddler has beenconfirmed as having illness caused by a previously rare form of Salmonella,Salmonella Wandsworth [ release ]
June 22, 2007: HIV National Testing Day
Santa Barbara County HIV Testing Program is expanding its hours to accommodate persons who wish to get tested for HIV infection in observance of National HIV Testing Day, June 27th [ release ]
June 20, 2007: Cats Adop-A-Thon June 30th
County Animal Services is partnering with local animal organizations to find homes for hundreds of homeless cats and kittens currently in our community's animal shelters [ release ]
June 7, 2007: Tainted Ground Beef
State Public Health Officer Dr. Mark Horton warns consumers should not eat Moran’s All Natural, Miller Meat Company, Stater Brothers Markets, Inter-American Products or Basha’s ground beef
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May 10, 2007: Contaminated Seafood
Consumers are warned to observe the quarantine of sport-harvested mussels as well as the consumer advisory on the consumption of sport-harvested shellfish, sardines, oysters, clams, scallops and the viscera of lobster, crab or anchovies. [ release ]
May 2, 2007: Food Regulation Throughout California.
A new code of regulations for retail food facilities will be enacted on July 1, 2007. The new code is intended to improve uniformity and consistency of food regulation throughout California [ release ]
April 20, 2007: Annual Mussel Quarantine
The annual quarantine on sport-harvested mussels taken from the
ocean waters of California for human consumption takes effect immediately because testing by the California Department of Health Services has detected elevated levels of domoic acid [ release ]
April 20, 2007: National Immunization Month
In an effort to increase awareness about the importance of timely immunizations, the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors has proclaimed, April 22-April 28, 2007 as National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW), and May 2007 as Toddler Immunization Month (TIM) [ release ]
April 3, 2007: Homeless Program
The Public Health Department’s Health Care for the Homeless Program received a 5-year extension and $438,623 annual funding from the federal Bureau of Primary Care to provide healthcare for people who are homeless [ release ]
March 30, 2007: Dog Licensing
Santa Barbara County Animal Services will initiate its annual dog license canvass program April 1st, 2007. The program will begin with a two-week Amnesty Period beginning April 1st, where dog owners are encouraged to go to their local County Animal Services Shelter and purchase a license without penalties prior to the door-to-door collection [ release ]
March 15, 2007: Meningococcal Disease
A provider alert was sent out on March 15, 2007 about the two recently diagnosed meningococcal cases in Lompoc. The Public Health Department Communicable Disease Control staff has been working to provide referrals or on-site prophylaxis of classroom contacts [ release ]
March 5, 2007: Housing Opportunities for HIV/AIDS Services
The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department, HIV/AIDS Services has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for HIV/AIDS Housing Opportunities for People With HIV/AIDS (HOPWA) Services. [ release ]
February 22, 2007: Storm Water Runoff Advisory
Santa Barbara County Environmental Health Services Division issued a storm water runoff advisory today, in anticipation of current rains. Studies indicate that contact with stormwater may increase the risk for certain types of illnesses such as rashes, fever, chills, ear infections, vomiting, and diarrhea.
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February 16, 2007: Outbreak Associated with Peanut Butter
CDC, USDA, and multiple states are investigating a large multi-state outbreak of Salmonella Tennessee infections. Interviews comparing foods eaten by ill and well persons show that consumption of Peter Pan or Great Value peanut butter was statistically associated with illness and therefore the most likely sources of the outbreak.
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February 7, 2007: HIV/AIDS Title II Request for Proposals
This Request is open to any non-profit organization that has experience providing the specified care and treatment and/or support services for HIV/AIDS individuals.
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January 2, 2007: Sales of Tobacco to Minors Drop
Officials at the Santa Barbara County Public Health Department are encouraged by the results of recent undercover operations that show the illegal sales of tobacco products to minors (youths under the age of 18) in Santa Barbara County are declining to all-time lows. [ release ]
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