Josephine County Public Health

Josephine County Public Health Department

[CDC @CDCgov]

Flu season is coming. Is your community ready to #FightFlu?

See our latest guidance on #flu vaccination for the 2023-2024 flu season: https://t.co/W2KE3WVGTw

[NewsWatch 12 @KDRV]

Lightning storms swept through the state from northern California all the way to southern Washington since Thursday. These storms have started over 50 fires in the region. https://t.co/SpjPkMUJRa

[Oregon State Fire Marshal @OSFM]

We can't thank the Oregon fire service enough for the great work they do!

Here is the latest update on the #LookoutFire in Lane County.

BLOG: https://t.co/pzLD9dY4Xm

#Wildfire #Oregon #ORWx

[CDC @CDCgov]

Before they say, “Pick me! Pick me!”, make sure your child is protected from preventable diseases like measles, polio, and chickenpox with routine vaccines.

Take the quiz to learn what vaccines your child may need: https://t.co/ZGJdDOAORx #iVax2Protect

[Jackson County, OR @JacksonCountyOR]

Pedestrian Safety - Back To School Time 🚸
Drive Carefully And Look Out Before You Step Out #BackToSchool
https://t.co/OOxbywWBf0

[CDC @CDCgov]

Illegally made fentanyl is the most common drug involved in #overdose deaths.   

This National #FentanylPrevention and Awareness Day, join us in raising awareness of the dangers of #fentanyl. Learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones: https://t.co/fH7Fbu7rc6

[NWS Medford @NWSMedford]

Smoke will gradually get pushed south and east out of the region today, bringing a reduction in smoke impacts to SW Oregon. Unfortunately, we'll see some of that surface smoke return Saturday. See thread for an hour-by-hour smoke forecast. #cawx #orwx

[Jackson County, OR @JacksonCountyOR]

Jackson County Public Health is issuing an air quality alert due to wildfire smoke from fires in northern California. https://t.co/Vk97yd3e32

[Oregon State Fire Marshal @OSFM]

Red Flag Warnings & Fire Weather Watches remain in effect across #Oregon. With these critical weather conditions, please help our firefighters out by preventing human-caused wildfires.

FORECAST: https://t.co/uDyZRti55g
PREVENTION TIPS: https://t.co/V2OSZfllyi

#PreventWildfires

[JOCO Sheriff @jocosheriffs]

REDWOOD HIGHWAY, US 199, IS CLOSED AT THE
OREGON - CALIFORNIA BORDER DUE TO WILDFIRE ACTIVITY.
THE ESTIMATED DURATION OF THE CLOSURE IS UNKNOWN. THERE ARE NO LOCAL DETOURS AVAILABLE - PLEASE USE ALTERNATE ROUTES AND AVOID THE AREA.

[OR Health Authority @OHAOregon]

We hope everyone stays cool and safe with hot weather in the forecast across Oregon.

For more information, visit our heat-illness prevention webpage: https://t.co/iKsL0wpU1i

[Oregon State Fire Marshal @OSFM]

With another day or so of triple digits in the forecast across Oregon, please be safe. Stay hydrated, check on friends and family, especially the elderly without A/C.

We've linked some tips from our friends at @OHAOregon below

LINK: https://t.co/EuEUZ6TOKS

#orwx #heatwave

[OR Health Authority @OHAOregon]

DYK: If you’re an Oregon Health Plan (OHP) member, you might be able to get financial help with hotel stays after surgery or modifications to your home related to your medical condition.

For more information, read our blog https://t.co/FjnyRALk0a

[OR Health Authority @OHAOregon]

Heat-related illness can happen indoors or outdoors in as little as 10-15 minutes.

If you or someone you know needs help finding a place to cool down, call 2-1-1 or visit https://t.co/I9lenqqhcd and search for "extreme heat cooling centers."

[Oregon State Fire Marshal @OSFM]

Starting Sunday temperatures are expected to soar, possibly to triple digits across #Oregon. Please stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water early in the day and consistently throughout the day.

MORE TIPS: https://t.co/EuEUZ6TgVk

#Oregon #ORWx #HeatWave #Hydrate

[Oregon State Fire Marshal @OSFM]

Con el pronostico de clima cálido, prepárese antes de salir. Revise el pronostico local, beba mucha agua, y cuide a familiares, amigos y vecinos que no tienen aire acondicionado.

Aquí hay algunos consejos más de nuestros amigos en @OHAOregon

ENLACE: https://t.co/EuEUZ6TOKS

[Oregon State Fire Marshal @OSFM]

#RedFlagWarnings remain in place through this evening for much of Western Oregon. These weather conditions can lead to extreme fire danger.

Prevent wildfires, and protect what we love about this great state.

WILDFIRE PREVENTION TIPS: https://t.co/JMl8P98eam

[OR Health Authority @OHAOregon]

People who are eligible for Oregon Health Plan (OHP/Medicaid) will now get two years of uninterrupted coverage. Young children will keep OHP even longer: until their 6th birthday.

For more information, visit https://t.co/KRwh0it4Uw

[OR Health Authority @OHAOregon]

The summer months bring out annoying and potentially dangerous mosquitoes.

Mosquitoes carry diseases such as West Nile virus and can infect humans, horses and birds.

To learn more, visit our West Nile Virus Prevention and Education website: https://t.co/oTSulSmwRC

[CDC @CDCgov]

Parents: Protect your child this back-to-school season.

Pack their lunchbox with icepacks to keep perishable food safe, like meat & cut fruit.

Bacteria can multiply quickly if food is left in the “Danger Zone” between 40°F and 140°F: https://t.co/QCsUJbhZ6R
#SummerOfFoodSafety