Ventura County Public Health

It is our mission to protect and promote the health and well-being of everyone in Ventura County.

[California Department of Public Health @CAPublicHealth]

Norovirus can take the win from any big game. The best defense? Soap, warm water and thorough handwashing—especially before eating, during halftime and after bathroom breaks. Hand sanitizer won’t cut it.

Learn more about norovirus:
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#WorldCup #Norovirus

[California Department of Public Health @CAPublicHealth]

Long day cheering in the sun? Drink water regularly—even before you're thirsty. Staying hydrated keeps your energy up for every goal! 💧⚽️

More tips at: https://t.co/vBElwe5zh8

[CDC @CDCgov]

New infant botulism outbreak linked to infant formula.
If your infant was fed Nara Organics infant formula and has any of these symptoms, seek health care immediately: poor feeding, loss of head control, difficulty swallowing, decreased facial expression. More info: https://t.co/jfdsfZJW7q

[California Department of Public Health @CAPublicHealth]

If you’re going to Mexico or Miami for the World Cup, protect yourself from mosquito bites and dengue by using EPA-registered repellent, covering your skin and sleeping in rooms with AC. Find the right repellent: https://t.co/TDwv5sSAcW

#WorldCup #TravelSafety #GameDayTips

[California Department of Public Health @CAPublicHealth]

Avoid a food safety foul! Don’t let germs score on game day. Wash your hands with soap and water before handling food or grabbing stadium snacks — no one wants norovirus!

Learn about norovirus and how to protect yourself:
https://t.co/Czl5EKD5EO

#WorldCup #Norovirus

[California Department of Public Health @CAPublicHealth]

Never leave infants, children/pets in an unattended parked car, even if the windows are open or when it feels cool outside. Temperatures inside a car can rise quickly. Always make sure everyone is out of the car before locking the door & walking away. 
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[California Department of Public Health @CAPublicHealth]

June is Men’s Health Month. During this month, we bring awareness to health issues for boys and men.

To learn about men’s health resources, visit: https://t.co/O9Q98I3sy1

#MensHealth #MensHealthMonth #MensHealthTips #MensNutrition #MentalHealthSupport

[California Department of Public Health @CAPublicHealth]

Blacklegged ticks in CA & the eastern U.S. can spread Lyme disease, but you might not al​ways know if you’ve been bitten. Concerned about Lyme disease? Talk to a doctor about any​ new bumps or changes on your skin & recent outdoor activity or travel.

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[California Department of Public Health @CAPublicHealth]

Evite recolectar y comer hongos silvestres en este momento. Los hongos silvestres venenosos pueden parecerse y saber como hongos comestibles seguros, pero pueden ser mortales. Si hubo exposición, llame a Control de Envenenamientos: 1-800-222-1222.
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[California Department of Public Health @CAPublicHealth]

Avoid picking and eating wild mushrooms at this time. Poisonous wild mushrooms can look and taste like safe-to-eat mushrooms but can be deadly. If exposed, call Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222. https://t.co/rsjbWoCGPB

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Wedding ring found by LAFD Firefighters in home destroyed byon the Sandy Fire:

Los Angeles Fire Department Engine 85 assigned to the Sandy Fire in Simi Valley came to the aid of the Boyle family whose home was destroyed by the fire.

Firefighters sifted through burned out portions of the home, searching for and ultimately finding a wedding ring and other precious items belonging to the family. The Boyle family has expressed their incredible gratitude to VCFD and all of the firefighters from around California who responded to this incident.

LAFD is one of many agencies from across Southern California that immediately came to support the firefighting efforts as the Sandy Fire quickly spread across Simi Valley on Monday, including CAL FIRE, LAFD, LA County Fire, Santa Barbara County Fire, and many more. These partnerships are a testament to the mutual-aid system in California - and highlight how well our agencies work together when a disaster strikes.

Please join us in thanking the crew from LAFD Engine 85, and all the firefighters and parter agencies who came to support Simi Valley in our time of need.

#simivalley #sandyfire #LAFD #firefighter #brushfire

[Ventura Co. APCD @VCAPCD]

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Sandy Fire Air Monitoring Update - Due to the Sandy Fire’s proximity to the Santa Susana Field Laboratory (SSFL), hazardous materials and radiological monitoring teams continue proactive air quality and radiation monitoring operations around the fire area.

Currently, seven air sampling radiological monitoring locations have been established surrounding the incident, including the Chatsworth, Lake Manor, Bell Canyon, Oak Park, and Simi Valley areas. These monitoring systems are being used to establish background environmental conditions and to continuously evaluate smoke and air quality conditions as firefighting operations continue.

The Sandy Fire has NOT reached the Santa Susana Field Laboratory property, and there is currently no indication that any radiological material has been released from the site. The attached drone video shows the current fire perimeter in relation to the SSFL area.

Public health and environmental agencies, including Ventura County Public Health, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC), Ventura County Air Pollution Control District, and the U.S. Department of Energy, remain actively engaged in monitoring conditions and supporting incident operations.

The U.S. Department of Energy is supporting air monitoring operations around the SSFL out of an abundance of caution. Radiation measurements collected as recently as 2025, along with modeling conducted following the 2018 Woolsey Fire, continue to indicate that the extremely low levels of residual radioactive material at the site pose no risk to public health, even in the event wildfire activity reaches the area.

The SSFL is located in an area historically prone to wildfires, including the 2018 Woolsey Fire. Following that fire, air, soil, and ash sampling conducted by DTSC did not detect the release of chemical or radiological contaminants from the site. Additionally, radiological assessments conducted by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health found no discernible levels of radiation in tested areas surrounding the site.

Residents can continue monitoring local smoke and air quality conditions using the AirNow Fire and Smoke Map:
https://t.co/isrU19nOby

About the video: The background map shows the drone location as a circle with a blue arrow. The blue line shows the flight path of the drone, while the moving polygon represents the area the drone camera is viewing. The left screen displays the thermal imaging view, and the right screen shows the normal video footage. This video demonstrates that the fire did not reach the Santa Susana Field Laboratory property.

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#SandyFire morning operational update with Chief Trevor Johnson:

The Sandy Fire is currently 2,114.5 acres with 30% containment. There are 1,121 firefighters assigned to the incident.

Firefighters are expecting improved weather conditions today, including lower temperatures and higher humidity, which should assist suppression efforts.

Today’s operational priority is the lower southeast corner of the fire, where crews are working to strengthen and reinforce containment lines. Firefighters continue hiking through rugged terrain to build control lines and mop up hotspots, while aviation resources assist with water drops to cool active areas.

Crews are also continuing mop-up operations in neighborhoods behind homes to ensure complete extinguishment.

Damage inspection teams remain in the field documenting any impacts caused by the fire.

To stay informed on evacuation warnings and orders, visit https://t.co/phqfGrR5tL.

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[Ventura Co. APCD @VCAPCD]

We issued an Air Quality Watch because of the potential for unhealthy air quality due to the Sandy and Santa Rosa Island fires. Impacted cities may include Ventura, Thousand Oaks, Newbury Park, Simi Valley, Moorpark, Camarillo and Oxnard. More info --- https://t.co/mcMlil8Aav.

[VCFD PIO @VCFD_PIO]

#SandyFire update - Ventura County firefighters and our mutual aid partners continue aggressive suppression efforts on the Sandy Fire south of Simi Valley. Crews are actively working to strengthen containment lines and hold the fire along the southern and eastern portions of the incident while aircraft support ground operations in steep and difficult terrain.

The fire is currently mapped at 1,659 acres with 15% containment. Approximately 900 firefighters remain assigned to the incident working around the clock with helicopters, air tankers, bulldozers, firefighters and hand crews.

Evacuation information is continually being updated. Visit https://t.co/phqfGrR5tL for the latest evacuation orders, warnings, and incident information.

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[California Department of Public Health @CAPublicHealth]

CDPH is warning consumers not to eat certain Brad's Plant Based Crunchy Kale and Salad Snack products after testing found elevated levels of thallium, a metal that at high levels can cause serious health effects.

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[Ventura Co. APCD @VCAPCD]

We have issued an Air Quality Watch because of the potential for unhealthy conditions due to the Sandy Fire. Impacted cities may include Thousand Oaks, Newbury Park, Simi Valley, Moorpark, Camarillo and Oxnard. For more information, visit https://t.co/40tUI8CZfW.

[Ventura County Supervisor Jeff Gorell @vcd2sup]

Honored to recognize and celebrate the incredible nurses who care for our community each and every day. Today’s Moment of Inspiration highlighted the compassion, dedication, professionalism, and strength nurses bring to Ventura County during National Nurses Week.

From hospitals and clinics to schools, emergency care, and community health services, nurses make a lasting difference in the lives of so many. Thank you for all you do to keep our communities healthy, safe, and cared for. #NursesWeek @vcpublichealth @vchca

[VC Human Services @VCHumanServices]

Evacuation shelter at the Rancho Santa Susana Community Center in #SimiValley is still open to support residents impacted by the #SandyFire.

Keep checking https://t.co/C4rrCCOgXj for the updated list of evacuation zones, road closures, and more.