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CUPA Universal Waste
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Universal wastes are hazardous wastes that are common to all businesses and households but pose a lower risk to people and the environment than other hazardous wastes. Federal and State regulations allow universal wastes to be handled and disposed of with less stringent standards. Universal wastes do NOT have to...
County of Orange Health Officer Issues Strong Vaccination Recommendation for Healthcare Workers
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(Santa Ana, CA) - To help prevent the transmission of COVID-19, the County of Orange Health Officer issued a revised health order on August 17, 2021, that incorporates the recent orders and guidance by the California State Public Health Officer and California Department of Public Health regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements...
CD HEALTH ALERT: FDA Approval of Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine for Ages 16 and Older
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The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first COVID-19 vaccine. The Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, to be marketed under the name Comirnaty, is fully approved for the prevention of COVID-19 Disease for those for those 16 years and older.
OC Health Care Agency Supports CDPH COVID-19 Recommendations and School Mask Policy
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(Santa Ana, CA) - On August 24, the CDPH issued a statement in support of the CDC’s interim public health recommendations for fully vaccinated individuals. According to their statement, fully vaccinated people: Can resume activities that they did prior to the pandemic. Must follow mandatory provisions in CDPH's Face Coverings...
State Issues Guidance for K-12 Schools, OC Health Care Agency Urges Extra Precautions Throughout Labor Day Weekend: Get Vaccinated, Wear a Mask and Avoid Crowds
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(Santa Ana, CA) – On September 1, the California Department of Public Health issued updated guidance and Q&A to assist K-12 schools in formulating and implementing plans for safe, successful, and full in-person instruction. These updates include recommendations and requirements for school-based extracurricular activities, as well as clarification on modified...