News Index
Celebrate Valentine's Day by Showing You Care: Know Your Status
This Valentine’s Day, Bay Area health officialsremind everyone who is sexually active to have a conversation with your primarycare provider and to be screened regularly for sexually transmitted diseases(STDs). Read full story
Department of Health Services Releases First Ever Summary Measures of Health Report
The Sonoma County Department of Health Services (DHS) has released the first in a series of surveillance reports, describing life expectancy and the leading causes of death and premature death across Sonoma County communities. Read full story
Flu Season Continues, Sonoma County Health Officials Urge Flu Shot
Flu activity in Sonoma County continues to be widespread. Every year, the flu sickens and kills thousands of Americans, and this year rates of illness in California and the rest of the country are trending moderately high. Unvaccinated individuals are encouraged get a flu shot as soon as possible. The flu vaccine is available in Sonoma County and it is safe and effective. Read full story
The State of Tobacco Control 2018
The State of Tobacco Control 2018 - California Local Grades report looks at county and municipal codes in key areas of tobacco control that protect their citizens from the burden of tobacco. Read full story
Animal Services Updates
Happy New Year! While we are still in recovery mode following the fires, we have had some time to reflect on our work in the immediate response to the fires. Read full story
Tickets Available for the19th Annual Paws for Love Charity Event
Animal Services is a proud partner of the Paws for Love Foundation who sponsors adoptions for senior citizens and veterans! Join Paws for Love at their annual Gala on February 10, 2018 to continue to support their advocacy and charity which directly benefits shelter animals! Read full story
EMS Development and Improvement Workgroup Rescheduled
The Sonoma County EMS Development and Improvement Workgroup cancelled due to the Sonoma Complex Fires has been rescheduled for February 9, 2018, 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM. Read full story
Flu Season is Here...Get Vaccinated!
Influenza season is beginning – it is important to get vaccinated every year. Everyone six months and older needs a flu shot. Read full story
Public Notice for Registration Permit for Recology Sonoma Marin
PUBLIC NOTICE ISHEREBY GIVEN, In compliance with AB1497 and California Code of Regulations(CCR), Title 27 Section 21660.3, that the Sonoma County Department of HealthServices, Solid Waste Local Enforcement Agency (LEA) is processing aRegistration Permit for Recology Sonoma Marin. Read full story
Self Care Health Advisory
Sonoma County and its residents have faced unprecedented trauma in the face of the recent October fires. The Sonoma County Department of Health Services wants to encourage our community to take care of themselves this holiday season by being attuned to the needs of our minds and bodies. Read full story