2002 HCA Press Releases

 

2002 Flu Shot Supply Still Available At OC Health Care Agency Clinics

December 10, 2002
(Santa Ana) - An ample supply of flu vaccine is available and there’s still time to get immunized, said Dr. Mark Horton, County Public Health Officer.

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Orange County Health Care Agency Offers Free HIV Testing

November 27, 2002
(Santa Ana) – As of December 2001, an estimated 2,851 Orange County residents were living with AIDS.

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Simple Steps Prevent Foodborne Illness at Thanksgiving

November 20, 2002
(Santa Ana) – In planning for Thanksgiving and all the cooking that comes along with this holiday season, consumers must take precautionary steps when preparing favorite holiday foods to help prevent a foodborne illness.

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Great American Smokeout Encourages Smokefree Lifestyle

November 19, 2002
  (Santa Ana) – Smoking is the number one preventable cause of premature disease and death in the United States, killing 434,000 smokers and 53,000 non-smokers a year.

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HCA Warns About Risks of Unlicensed Health Care Providers

November 18, 2002
(Santa Ana)  - The Orange County Health Care Agency (HCA) reminds the public of the dangers of receiving medical diagnosis, treatment, and/or medications from unlicensed healthcare providers.

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El Modena Family Resource Center Offers Health Fair & Flu Shots

November 14, 2002
(Orange) – Free health screenings and health information will be featured at the El Modena Family Resource Center Health Fair and Flu Shot Clinic, to be held Thursday, November 21 from 9 a.m.-12 Noon at the Center, 18672 E. Center Street, Orange.

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Student Anti-Tobacco Ad Unveiled

November 4, 2002
(Santa Ana) – The tobacco industry spends an alarming $16 million each day (or $11,000 a minute) on advertising and special promotions.

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Orange County Records First Local Case of This Year's Influenza

October 25, 2002
(Santa Ana) –The County’s first case of influenza B has been reported to the Orange County Health Care Agency. Influenza type B was reported from a North Orange County child on October 21.

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A Blueprint For Breastfeeding Success Promoted at Local Conference

October 25, 2002
(Orange) – Orange County health care professionals will learn the latest techniques for enhancing the success of breastfeeding mothers and their families at the Blueprint for Breastfeeding Success Conference to be held Monday, October 28 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at Children’s Hospital of Orange County, 455 S. Main St., Orange.

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“Teach an Old Dog New Tricks Day” Kicks Off

October 24, 2002
(Orange) – Pet ownership can help older Americans lead more healthier, happier and active lives that those who don’t own pets, according to recent research.

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Free Flu Shot Clinics Begin November 1, 2002

October 21, 2002
(Santa Ana) – Free flu shots for those at highest risk of contracting influenza will be available beginning Friday, November 1 at the County Health Care Agency’s operated clinics.

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Orange County Health Care Agency Executive Receives Award for Children’s Mental Health Support

October 9, 2002
(Santa Ana) – Douglas Barton, Orange County’s Deputy Agency Director of Behavioral Health, has received the Rose Jenkins Award from the California Institute for Mental Health and the California Mental Health Directors Association.

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Probable West Nile Virus Case Imported to Orange County

October 8, 2002
(Santa Ana) – According to the California Department of Health Services, the first probable case of West Nile virus imported to Orange County has been reported.

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Animal Care Services and Borders Books Promote Reading With “Storytime With Professor Milo” - A Countywide Effort to Promote Literacy And The Human/Animal Bond

September 27, 2002
(Rancho Santa Margarita) – A unique and interactive children’s reading program involving the use of animals will take place on Sunday, September 29 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Borders Books and Music store in Rancho Santa Margarita located at 22372 El Paseo.

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Prevention an Important Step in Controlling West Nile Virus

September 12, 2002
(Santa Ana) – Orange County health and vector control officials are using their experience with other mosquito-borne illnesses already present in California to help prepare for the expected arrival of West Nile Virus.

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OC Public Health Nurse Receives 2002 Instructor Of The Year Award

September 5, 2002
(Santa Ana) – Orange County Public Health Nurse, Patricia Place, RN was recently named 2002 Instructor of the Year from the University of Washington, Seattle’s prestigious Nurse Child Assessment Training (NCAST) program.

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FY 2002-03 Tobacco Settlement Plan Unanimously Approved By Board

August 27, 2002
(Santa Ana) - Today, the Orange County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the Health Care Agency’s (HCA) Tobacco Settlement Spending Plan of $38,917,400 for Fiscal Year 2002-03 and authorized HCA to implement various health programs in accordance with the requirements of Measure H.

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Youth Created Anti-Tobacco Ad Unveiled

August 6, 2002
(Santa Ana) – The tobacco industry spends an alarming $16 million each day (or $11,000 a minute) on advertising and special promotions.

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Animal Care Services Wins ASPCA/Friskies® Award For Animal Cruelty Program

July 23, 2002
(Orange) – Orange County Animal Care Services (ACS) wins a $1,000 prize in the first ever American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) and Friskies® Pet Protectors Contest.

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Two-Day Hepatitis Summit Scheduled This Week

July 17, 2002
(La Mirada) – Hepatitis C, known to be one of the most important sources of chronic liver disease, claims an estimated 8,000 to 10,000 deaths annually in the United States.

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Orange County Health Care Agency Observes National HIV Testing Day

June 26, 2002
(Santa Ana) – HIV Testing is an essential component in providing early treatment and risk-reduction education to those who may be affected by the AIDS virus.

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Painkiller Poses Risks For Hispanics

June 13, 2002
(Santa Ana) - The Orange County Health Care Agency reminds the public of the dangers of buying and using prescription medications from outside the United States.

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Local Food Establishments Receive Awards of Excellence

June 12, 2002
(Santa Ana) - More than 1,100 Orange County food establishments were recently recognized for excellent food preparation standards and sanitation practices by the Orange County Health Care Agency’s Food Protection Program.

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Senior Health Fair Set for Midway City

June 12, 2002
(Midway City) - Free health screenings and health information for Senior Citizens will be available at a Health Fair for Seniors, to be held Friday, June 14 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Midway City Family Resource Center, 1900 Park Lane, Midway City.

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Animal Care Services Hosts Annual Pet Faire

May 29, 2002
(Orange) – In observance of the American Humane Association ‘s “Be Kind To Animals Week,” Orange County Animal Care Services (ACS) will host an annual Pet Faire on Saturday, June 1st from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Animal Care Center located at 561 The City Drive South in Orange.

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First Spanish-Language Women’s Health Conference Debuts In Orange County

May 15, 2002
(Santa Ana) - Orange County unveils its first ever Spanish-language women’s conference, “Celebrando la Mujer (Celebrating Womanhood)” on Saturday, May 18 from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Santa Ana College located at 1530 W. 17th Street in Santa Ana.

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Public Health Week Highlights Orange County’s Public Health

April 4, 2002
(Santa Ana) – Because of public health and the vital role of public health workers, Orange County residents now enjoy better health, live in healthier conditions, know more about how to take care of their health, and live longer than at any time in the past.

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Orange County Animal Care Center Hosts Annual Spay Day USA

March 13, 2002
(Orange) – To help raise awareness of the serious problem of pet overpopulation, Orange County Animal Care Services (ACS) will host its annual Spay Day USA on March 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Orange County Animal Care Center, 561 The City Drive South in Orange.

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County Dental Officer Selected

January 2, 2002
(Santa Ana) – A dentist who is Board Certified in Dental Public Health has been selected as the new Dental Officer for the Orange County Health Care Agency (HCA).

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