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As rain returns to California, remember that small steps make a big difference!
Having an emergency plan can help protect you, your loved ones, and your belongings.
Visit listoscalifornia.org to help you prepare for the storm ahead.
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📢 Infant botulism is a rare but serious illness in babies under 1 caused by eating something containing the bacteria. If your baby has trouble feeding, seems “floppy” or constipated, talk to your pediatrician right away.
cdph.ca.gov/Programs/cls/idl…
MaderaCountyPublicHealth retweeted
Anyone planning to ghost the chaos and treat yourself to something a little more restful this weekend? ✨👻
MaderaCountyPublicHealth retweeted
Getting enough sleep feels good, and it’s good for you. Make it a habit, starting now!
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Trick or treat! Decorative contact lenses are popular around Halloween but don’t be tricked! Contact lenses sold without a prescription can harm your eyes. If you choose to wear them, get a prescription to avoid eye injury and infection.
📲 Learn more: fda.gov/medical-devices/cont…
MaderaCountyPublicHealth retweeted
Happy National Cat Day! 🐈 🎃
Treat cats gently when petting them & avoid tricks like bites & scratches. If you’re bitten by a cat, make sure to wash the bite area with soap & flush with running water.
📲 Learn more about preventing animal bites: cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCD…
MaderaCountyPublicHealth retweeted
Just one moment of connection can make all the difference. On #988Day & beyond, show up for others — and for yourself.
✅ Save the number: 988
✅ Start the conversation
✅ Reach out, even if they seem fine
✅ Be the reason someone feels seen
Your support can be a lifeline.
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If you’re planning outdoor activities this summer, mosquitoes would love to join you! Protect yourself and your family from mosquito bites that can spread disease:
📲 Learn more: cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/D…
#FightTheBite #WestNileVirus
MaderaCountyPublicHealth retweeted
Let’s get disaster ready this summer!
Find tips on extreme heat, how to make a plan, pack a go bag, sign up for alerts, and more at listoscalifornia.org.
MaderaCountyPublicHealth retweeted
Choosing pasteurized milk and dairy foods is the best way to safely enjoy the nutritional benefits of milk without the risk of food poisoning.
📲 Learn more: go.cdph.ca.gov/rawmilk
#ChoosePasteurized #MilkSafety
MaderaCountyPublicHealth retweeted
The way you speak to yourself matters. Be kind to yourself today. 💙
MaderaCountyPublicHealth retweeted
Kids getting stressed about going back to school? Teach them how controlling their breathing can help them feel better and focus on the good. It’s a lesson they’ll benefit from for years to come.
MaderaCountyPublicHealth retweeted
Bringing a pet on vacation can make a trip so much more fun. But without a little preparation, the travel can be stressful for humans and pets alike. Whether you’re booking a flight or gearing up for a road trip, here are some pet travel tips.
MaderaCountyPublicHealth retweeted
Parents — don't let changing routines trip you up!
Easy ways to remember baby in the back:
✅ Place a personal item, like a backpack, in the back seat
✅ Write a note and put it in the passenger seat
✅ Ask your childcare provider to call if your child doesn't show up for care
MaderaCountyPublicHealth retweeted
There are health risks with drinking raw (unpasteurized) milk. Germs in raw milk can make some people very sick, especially young children (less than 5 years old), pregnant people and people with weakened immune systems.
📲 Learn more: go.cdph.ca.gov/rawmilk
#ChoosePasteurized
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Extreme heat can cause heat exhaustion, heat stroke and even death. You can also stay cool by going to a/an:
- Cooling center
- Air-conditioned library, mall, or movie theater
- Pool, splash pad or the beach
📲 Find a cooling center near you: cdc.gov/healthy-weight-growt…
MaderaCountyPublicHealth retweeted
It’s hot out there!
What’s your hydration source of choice?
Find more tips for staying safe in extreme heat at listoscalifornia.org.
MaderaCountyPublicHealth retweeted
Are you pregnant and considering breastfeeding your baby? Learning about breastfeeding now can help you prepare to breastfeed your baby.
Learn about considerations for breastfeeding and find resources here: bit.ly/436opZ2 #NBM2025
MaderaCountyPublicHealth retweeted
DYK warm seawater can be home to Vibrio bacteria? Vibrio can cause serious skin infections and even contaminate your favorite seafood! Play it safe: protect your skin from cuts & scrapes in seawater and fully cook all seafood + shellfish. Learn more:
📲 cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCD…
MaderaCountyPublicHealth retweeted
Kids are headed back to school and that means an increase in traffic from school buses 🚌, pedestrians 🚶♀, and cyclists. 🚴
⚠️ Keep them SAFE – slow down in school zones. ⚠️

ALT Promotional image emphasizing the importance of reducing speed in school zones, featuring a 'School Speed Limit 15' sign with operating hours, set against a blurred background of a school. Bright yellow arrows and the phrase 'SLOW DOWN IN SCHOOL ZONES!' are prominently displayed to draw attention to the message.






























