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September 06, 2019 | Department of Health Services

Update September 6, 2019: Blue-green Algae Caution SignsPosted at Spring Lake in Santa Rosa

This afternoon signs were posted at Spring Lake park in the City of Santa Rosa to warn the public of any blue-green algae (BGA) that may be present in the lake.  DHS Environmental Health, in conjunction with the Sonoma County Parks Department will be collecting samples to be tested today to determine if harmful algae blooms are present in Spring Lake. Read full story


August 30, 2019 | Department of Health Services

County Issues Health Alert for Lung Injuries Associated with Vaping

A Health Alert has been issued for lung injuriesrelated to vaping cannabis, cannabis oils or nicotine products in Sonoma Countyafter the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) issued a statewide HealthAlert. Read full story


August 27, 2019 | Department of Health Services

2019 Continuum of Care Competition Priority List

On August 22, 2019 the Home Sonoma County Leadership Council (CoC Board) approved rating and rankings for new and renewal projects in the FY 2019 Continuum of Care Competition. Read full story


August 16, 2019 | Department of Health Services

Public ChargeTraining for Advocates and Service Providers on August 20, 2019 in SanBernardino

There are training resources available to help service providers and community-based organizations (CBOs) to discuss public charge with patients, clients and the community from the California Primary Care Association (CPCA). Read full story


August 14, 2019 | Department of Health Services

Public Notice: Solid Waste Management Program Local Enforcement Agency

PUBLIC NOTICE ISHEREBY GIVEN, The Sonoma County Environmental Health Department, Solid Waste Management Program, acting as the Local Enforcement Agency (LEA) is certified by the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) to enforce state laws and regulations at solid waste sites within its jurisdiction Read full story


August 09, 2019 | Department of Health Services

Notice of Intent to Award Contract

Department of Health Services, Administration Division - Health Care Privacy and Security Unit - Request for Proposals# 19-001 (SC001-0000000857) - HIPAA Security Risk Assessment Read full story


August 08, 2019 | Department of Health Services

Notice of Intent to Award Contract

Department of Health Services, Public Health Division – HIV Testing and Prevention Services Contractor – Request for Proposals# 19-008 (SC001-0000000889) Read full story


July 29, 2019 | Department of Health Services

Department of Health Services Selects Emelia Gabriele as Chief Financial Officer

The Department of Health Services (DHS) todayannounced the selection of Emilia Gabriele as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effectiveJuly 30, 2019. Read full story


July 26, 2019 | Department of Health Services

Heat Notification: Tips toStay Cool as Temperatures Rise

The National Weather Service is forecasting hot temperatures throughout the region and in Sonoma County over the next few days. Inland temperatures are expected to reach the upper 90s throughout the weekend, with cooler temperatures returning on Monday. Sonoma County will see the highest temperatures on Saturday, July 27 with several areas in the County moving into the orange and red level HeatRisk forecast. Read full story


July 25, 2019 | Department of Health Services

Public Notice: Solid Waste Management Program Local Enforcement Agency

PUBLIC NOTICE ISHEREBY GIVEN, The Sonoma County Environmental Health Department, Solid Waste Management Program, acting as the Local Enforcement Agency (LEA) is certified by the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) to enforce state laws and regulations at solid waste sites within its jurisdiction Read full story