Department of Public Health

Fourth of July Safety Tips

Avoid food-borne illnesses at your BBQ and prevent fireworks injuries

New Report for Los Angeles County - Key Indicators of Health

The Key Indicators of Health report provides a snapshot of the health and well-being of Los Angeles County residents. It identifies health threats and determines where the county is making progress in improving health.

The report includes data about health-related behaviors; access to medical care, dental care, and health insurance; rates of chronic disease, infectious disease, injury, and related mortality; and LA County residents' perceptions about their own health.

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From the Press Room

FLU H1N1 (Swine Flu)

A message from
Jonathan E. Fielding, MD, MPH
Director of Public Health and
Health Officer

The decision by the World Health Organization to increase the pandemic threat level should not be interpreted as cause for increased alarm. This decision was not unexpected, and does not mean that the new influenza virus is more severe. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health continues its efforts and monitoring of the new influenza A H1N1 virus. No other pandemic has been detected so early or watched so closely, and we can confidently say that this new flu virus continues to be mild to moderate in its symptoms. Public Health continues to reach out to partners at the local, state, and national levels in ensuring the county’s residents have the best possible prevention, care and access to information, particularly as we prepare for the traditional seasonal flu this fall. We urge everyone to follow practical and simple illness prevention tips such as frequent hand washing, covering their cough and sneeze, and staying home from work or school if they are sick. Together, we can minimize the spread of disease and safeguard the health of our community......more

Swine Influenza updates sent to the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors

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