Public Health

LA Mitigating Emergencies: Public Health Launches Life-Saving Skills Training and Councilmember McOsker Motion to Analyze Vincent Thomas bridge

In April, councilmember Mcosker introduced a motion calling for an analysis of the Vincent Thomas Bridge in an effort to…

1 year ago

Stay Safe: Public Health Shares Guidelines for Viewing Solar Eclipse Without Eye Damage

Residents can also view a livestream of the eclipse on NASA’s and Griffith Observatory’s websites. 

1 year ago

Public Health to Distribute 60,000 Free Gun Safety Locks in LA County

Later this year, gun safety locks will also be made available at Los Angeles County libraries.

1 year ago

Public Health Monitors Global, Local Data for Transmission Trends as Part of its Preparedness Efforts

Knowing that a virus with the potential for severe impact continues to circulate, Public Health maintains preparedness measures, including having…

2 years ago

As Deadlines Approach, Arts Council for Long Beach Encourages Non-Profit Organizations and Artists to Apply for $60 Million Creative Corps Program

The 30 nonprofit organizations selected will receive operational support and will be paired with individual artists or artist cohorts to…

3 years ago

Beach Water Use Advisory For All LA County Beaches In Effect Until Nov. 5

Individuals who enter the water in these areas could become ill.

3 years ago

Wastewater Surveillance Shows Plateauing in Viral Concentrations

The plateauing does highlight the need to carefully monitor the other signals to see if there are any additional signs…

3 years ago

Public Health Expands Monkeypox Vaccination Eligibility

Monkeypox vaccine is also available for persons in select occupational groups whose may be exposed to orthopoxviruses.

3 years ago

Beach Closure: Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beach Continues

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County…

3 years ago

Public Health Notice: Posting of Personal Information in Mobile Food Facility Inspection Reports

Those who believe their information may have been included can contact Environmental Health at its customer call center at 888-700-9995…

3 years ago