Public Health

Call the Feds!-Dominguez Channel Odor Could Be an Evacuation Level Event if Due to Underground Fault

CARSON — On Nov. 3, the Coalition for a Safe Environment called for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to take…

4 years ago

Public Health Provides Framework for Lifting Masking Requirements

As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, it’s helpful to plan ahead for the safest and healthiest gatherings possible.

4 years ago

County Recommends Avoiding Prolonged Outdoor Activities Between 9 p.m. and 8 a.m. Around Dominguez Channel

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health or Public Health has updated the health recommendations for residents impacted by…

4 years ago

Public Health to Modify Health Officer Order Adding Vaccination Verification Requirements at Select High-Risk Settings

Public Health will prepare a toolkit to assist businesses in confirming vaccinations and will provide education and support to those…

4 years ago

Terminal Island Water Reclamation Plant Reports Release of Acidic Treated Wastewater into the Ocean

Public Health tested the ocean waters in the surrounding areas and concluded that pH levels were normal. Beachgoers are still…

4 years ago

Today L.A. County Will Begin To Offer Vaccinations to 12 to 15-Year-Olds

Starting May 13, Los Angeles County vaccination providers may begin offering the Pfizer vaccine for 12 to 15-year-olds at vaccination…

4 years ago

Public Health Alerts Residents of “Real Water” Brand Alkaline Water Possible Link to Acute Non-viral Hepatitis Illness

To date, the consumption of “Real Water” brand alkaline water was found to be the only common link identified between…

4 years ago

Public Health Urges: Take Personal Responsibility and Follow the Rules as COVID-19 Spreads Rapidly Across L.A. County

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health or Public Health Jan. 4, confirmed 77 new deaths and 9,142 new…

5 years ago

Public Health Warns Repeating Thanksgiving Mistakes Could Have Disastrous Consequences

This past week, 2,191 healthcare workers tested positive for COVID-19. In the last three weeks there have been over 5,500…

5 years ago

Public Health Recommends Testing for Individuals Possibly Exposed to COVID-19 and Closely Monitors Data After Labor Day Weekend

Public Health is carefully monitoring data over the next couple of weeks to see the impact of the holiday weekend…

5 years ago