Body Earlier this week, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) released updated recommendations for medical providers for the use of anti-SARS-CoV-2 monoclonal antibodies. This guidance outlines recommendations for the use of these products for treatment and post-exposure prophylaxis. In light of current national shortages, the advisory also details the current...

Body (Santa Ana, CA) – In anticipation of increased travel during the upcoming winter holiday season, the OC Health Care Agency (HCA) advises residents and visitors to adhere to guidelines for domestic and international travel from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). For individuals who are fully vaccinated: You...

Body (Santa Ana, CA) – Due to recent cases of fentanyl-related overdose, County Health Officer Dr. Clayton Chau advises the public to recognize the signs of opioid overdose and call 9-1-1 immediately if they believe someone is overdosing. “Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is a major contributor to fatal and...

Body (Santa Ana, CA) – In anticipation of increased gatherings over the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, the OC Health Care Agency (HCA) continues to encourage residents and visitors to get vaccinated against COVID-19, including a booster shot if they are eligible, and to exercise safe precautions to prevent the spread of the...

Body (Santa Ana, CA) - The County of Orange Cold Weather Emergency Shelter Program will be available for service at the California National Guard Armory in Santa Ana starting on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 and remain available through Thursday, March 31, 2022. The Cold Weather Emergency Shelter Program at the Armory...

Body (Santa Ana, CA) – Based on the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the OC Health Care Agency (HCA) encourages eligible children and youth ages 5 and older to be vaccinated against COVID-19 as soon as possible. According to a recent study by the CDC...

Body (Santa Ana, CA) - World AIDS Day is December 1. In recognition of World AIDS Day and the 2021 campaign theme, “Ending the HIV Epidemic: Equitable Access, Everyone’s Voice,” the OC Health Care Agency (HCA) recognizes the key role that our local communities have in the HIV/AIDS response. World AIDS...

Body (Santa Ana, CA) – On November 26, the World Health Organization declared a new COVID-19 strain, B.1.1.529, as a variant of concern (VOC) named Omicron based on early evidence that it has several mutations that can impact how it is transmitted. Generally, if a variant is thought to be more...

Body On Friday, November 26, 2021 the WHO designated the a new SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant as a Variant of Concern . It was first detected in South Africa and cases have subsequently been identified in Botswana and among travelers in more than a dozen countries around the globe. No cases have...

Body (Santa Ana, CA) – In response to the reopening of fisheries by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife on November 30, OC Health Care Agency (HCA) Director and County Health Officer Dr. Clayton Chau has lifted the health advisory against consuming harvested fish or seafood from affected beaches along...