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Public Health, Safety & Preparedness

Seasonal and situational information on staying safe, preventing illness, and preparing for community or environmental emergencies.


Lead 101
Learn about the dangers of lead
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Lead - Protect Your Family
Lead from paint, dust and soil in and around your home can be dangerous if not managed properly.
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Lead Screening Guidelines
Lead screening guidelines for parents and guardians
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Lead - Renovation, Repair, Painting
Any renovation, repair, or painting (RRP) project in a pre-1978 home or building can easily create dangerous lead dust.
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Evaluating and Eliminating Lead-Paint Hazards
Lead-based paint is serious business. Lead inspections and lead risk assessments are useful first steps, which can lead to more thoughtful decisions on managing lead-based paint and lead hazards.
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Lead Safety Poster
Lead can harm young children's growth and development. A blood test is the best way to determine if they have been exposed.
Adult Immunization
Importance of Staying Up to Date with Vaccines
Vaccines Work!
CDC statistics demonstrate dramatic declines in vaccine-preventable diseases when compared with the pre-vaccine era.
What If You Don't Vaccinate Your Child?
Your child is at risk for developing a vaccine-preventable disease.
Vaccinations Are Safe: Explaining Why
Vaccinations for Infants and Children, Age 0–10 Years
Getting your child vaccinated on time will help protect him or her against 18 vaccine-preventable diseases.
Vaccinations for Preteens and Teens
Getting immunized is a lifelong, life-protecting job. Make sure you and your healthcare provider keep your immunizations up to date.
HPV Vaccine
A Guide for Adults Ages 18–26 Years
HPV - A Parent's Guide
A Parent’s Guide to Preteen and Teen HPV Vaccination
Top Ten Reasons to Protect Your Child by Vaccinating
Here are the top ten reasons to protect your child by vaccinating them against serious diseases.
Your Local Epidemiologist
Providing a direct line of "translated" public health science to you, so you can take action for your community's health.
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