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At the December meeting (12/16/11) we talked about the Marin County preparedness program for 5th graders Here is the link http://www.getreadymarin.org/gr5
At the December meeting (12/16/11) we talked about the Marin County preparedness program for 5th graders
Here is the link http://www.getreadymarin.org/gr5
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Resolve to be ready
Added by Karen Smith on December 16, 2011 at 5:50pm — No Comments
Healthy and Happy Holiday Wishes
Time for family gatherings, friends, food, shopping and yes, even stress.
The Monterey County Health Department wishes you and yours a very happy holiday season.
In song...the 12 Ways to Health - Click here
To help you keep your holidays healthy we are sharing information about various issues. …
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In response to the upcoming colder weather, the Monterey County Health Department offers tips to stay warm safely
To keep warm and safe this winter, dress in layers, wear a hat, throw an extra blanket on the bed and be aware of carbon monoxide dangers.
The National Weather Service’s forecast for colder weather includes temperatures that will drop into the low 30s at night into next week. The Monterey County Health Department would like to remind everyone to keep warm safely.
To protect yourself and your family in cold weather, remember to wear several layers of clothing, add…
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November meeting
Citizen Corps Monterey County – Regular Monthly Meeting
Friday, November 18, 2011 – 10 am – Noon
At the SPCA for Monterey County
The…
ContinueAdded by Karen Smith on November 16, 2011 at 5:24pm — No Comments
Food Safety Tips for a Safe and Healthy Holiday Season
Food Safety Tips for a Safe and Healthy Holiday SeasonThe holiday season is here again and that may mean more time in the kitchen cooking for your family, bringing food to a gathering or just trying to feed the family during the hectic holiday season. To keep your family and friends well this holiday season, please remember to follow food safety… |
Added by Karen Smith on November 16, 2011 at 5:00pm — No Comments
It is time to "fall back" - set your clocks, check your stocks - Monterey County Health Department
Daylight saving time ENDS Sunday, Nov. 6, 2011.
Is your emergency preparedness stockpile up to date?
When it’s time to fall back and say goodbye to daylight saving time, it is also a good time to check your preparedness kit to make sure your…
Added by Karen Smith on November 3, 2011 at 11:39am — No Comments
Safe and Healthy Halloween
The Monterey County Health Department offers tips and ideas to keep your family safe and healthy during Halloween related festivities.
- Pick visible costumes. When you’re costume shopping, encourage your kids to pick brightly colored costumes. That way it will be easier for cars to see them on dark roads. If they insist on wearing dark colors, stick some reflective tape on the costumes to…
Added by Karen Smith on October 26, 2011 at 10:30am — No Comments
Preparedness Considerations for Aging Americans
Click on this link to log in Tuesday September 20, 2011 at 1:50 pm EST! (10:50 am PST)
No registration is required. Please log in as a guest.
In this webinar, you will learn about specific preparedness steps for Aging Americans. Hear from FEMA officials and leaders at the forefront of Aging American Preparedness and have your questions answered:
- What can I do to bring preparedness to my…
Added by Karen Smith on September 19, 2011 at 2:00pm — No Comments
Last Chance for Free Tdap vaccinations
Did your 7th- 12th grade student get their Tdap shot for school yet? Students will be sent home soon if the schools don’t have proof of the shot. Parents must come with your student. Bring your student’s current vaccine record.
Monday August 29th 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Tuesday August 30th 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm…
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National Preparedness Month is comming in September
Visit Ready.govfor more informationAdded by Karen Smith on August 22, 2011 at 1:00pm — No Comments
Agenda for Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Meeting Location:
Marina Library Location
190 Seaside Circle, Marina, California 93933
Agenda- Wednesday- August 10, 2011 - 10:00 am- 12:00 pm…
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Monterey County Citizen Corps Members will miss Jim Lacalamita
Citizen Corps' and the community have lost a good friend and advocate, James Lacalmatia.
Link to Jim's Obituary
Link to the guest book
Added by Karen Smith on July 13, 2011 at 7:40pm — 1 Comment
Agenda for the Regular July Meeting - (Wednesday, July 13, 2011)
Agenda- Wednesday, July 13, 2011 - 10:00 am- 12:00 pm
Meeting Location:
Monterey Peninsula College
Building 41 (Library & Technology Center) Sam Karas Room…
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Next General Meeting - Wednesday, July 13th at MPC - 10 am - Noon
MPC will be hosting the July Citizen Corp. meeting on Wednesday, July 13th from 10 am to noon.
Parking Details
A parking permit (available below) is to be placed on the driver side of the dash. The permit allows parking in Staff Lot F.
A map of the MPC campus is available below showing the location of Lot F along Costanoan Drive and the meeting is in building 41 (Library and Technology Center), in the Sam Karas room,…
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Agenda - June Meeting
MONTEREY COUNTY
Disaster Preparedness
Meeting Location:
Department of Social and Employment Services
713 La Guardia Street, Salinas
Agenda- Wednesday, June 8, 2011 - 10:00 am- 12:00 pm
- Call the meeting to order
- Review of May…
Added by Karen Smith on June 7, 2011 at 1:10pm — No Comments
Call for Volunteers
Looking for Volunteers for Saturday Whooping Cough Vaccination Clinics
In response to the new Tdap vaccination requirement for middle and high school students the Health Department is sponsoring a limited number of Saturday Tdap only Clinics. Volunteers are needed for registration paperwork, rooming patients, translation and customer service.
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Proof of Whooping Cough vaccine needed for 7th -12th entry next fall
Parents have less than a month left to get information to schools
Starting this fall a new law requires all middle and high school students to show proof of Tdap vaccination by the first day of school or the student will be sent home. In the fall of 2012, only seventh graders will have to show proof of vaccination.…
Added by Karen Smith on May 9, 2011 at 11:17am — No Comments
Looking for Volunteers for Saturday Whooping Cough Vaccination Clinics
In response to the new Tdap vaccination requirement for middle and high school students the Monterey County Health Department is sponsoring a limited number of Saturday Tdap Only…
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Training - Alternate Care Sites and Triage
Added by Karen Smith on May 2, 2011 at 2:02pm — No Comments
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