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Legionnaires' Disease
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Information for the General Public What is legionella? Legionella is a type of bacteria naturally found in freshwater environments as well as human-made water systems including but not limited to hot tubs, decorative fountains, and/or cooling towers. Legionella can cause legionnaire's disease, a serious type of pneumonia infection, or Pontiac...
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OC Syndromic Surveillance Program
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What is syndromic surveillance? As defined by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, syndromic surveillance provides public health officials with a timely system for detecting, understanding, and monitoring health events. By tracking symptoms of patients in emergency departments—before a diagnosis is confirmed—public health can detect unusual levels of illness to...
Mumps
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What is mumps? Mumps is a contagious disease caused by the mumps virus. The most commonly known presentation is with pain and swelling around the parotid glands, which are along the jaw line. Other symptoms include fever, headache, muscle aches, or tiredness. Some people may have mild or no symptoms...
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Specialized Services
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Child Abuse Services Team (CAST) Program Description: Children and Youth Services County staff work with a team consisting of medical, social work, and legal staff to provide assessment and treatment to victims of sexual abuse. Serving: Children & Youth referred by by child protective agencies. Language(s): English, Spanish, provision for...
California Senate Bill 43 (SB 43)
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The information below is intended to provide support and guidance while a community standard is being developed. The law does not provide this level of specificity. Examples may change over time and are not exhaustive or dispositive. An individualized assessment must be completed. Determination for when to call 911 for...
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PC1000 Programs FAQs
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Frequently Asked Questions How do I enroll into a PC1000 program? You need an authorization/referral from the Court; you may then contact any provider of your choice to enroll into a program. You can also click on the provider list to download the current provider list. Do I have to...
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PC1210 Programs
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California voters approved Proposition 36 on November 7th, 2000. This is known as the Substance Abuse and Crime Prevention Act (SACPA) of 2000. Under SACPA and Penal Code 1210.1 (PC1210), first or second time non-violent adult drug offenders who use, possess or transport illegal drugs for personal use are offered...
Complaints
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Each provider has a process for resolving complaints. The first step is to attempt to resolve the issue directly with the provider through their grievance process. That information is described in the provider contract signed by the participant and is also posted within the facility. If the issue cannot be...
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Internship Opportunities
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The DUI Program offers unpaid internships and volunteer opportunities. Interns must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and will be able to earn college credit if needed. Likely majors of study include: criminal justice, sociology, human services, public health and similar. The Orange County Health Care Agency’s Volunteer...