Press Releases

September 17, 2019 | Department of Health Services

Work Helping Families Recognize TraumaFeatured in PublicHealth Nursing Journal

The Sonoma CountyDepartment of Health Services (DHS) Field Nursing team was recently publishedin the academic journal Public Health Nursing featuring their work withfamilies to recognize traumatic events, also known as a trauma-informedapproach, in its home visiting program. Read full story

August 30, 2019 | Department of Health Services

County Issues Health Alert for Lung Injuries Associated with Vaping

A Health Alert has been issued for lung injuriesrelated to vaping cannabis, cannabis oils or nicotine products in Sonoma Countyafter the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) issued a statewide HealthAlert. Read full story

July 29, 2019 | Department of Health Services

Department of Health Services Selects Emelia Gabriele as Chief Financial Officer

The Department of Health Services (DHS) todayannounced the selection of Emilia Gabriele as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effectiveJuly 30, 2019. Read full story

July 26, 2019 | Department of Health Services

Heat Notification: Tips toStay Cool as Temperatures Rise

The National Weather Service is forecasting hot temperatures throughout the region and in Sonoma County over the next few days. Inland temperatures are expected to reach the upper 90s throughout the weekend, with cooler temperatures returning on Monday. Sonoma County will see the highest temperatures on Saturday, July 27 with several areas in the County moving into the orange and red level HeatRisk forecast. Read full story

June 28, 2019 | Department of Health Services

California HOPE Counseling Program to End June 30, 2019

The Crisis Counseling Assistance and TrainingProgram, known locally as California HOPE, administered in Sonoma County through the Department ofHealth Services, will be concluding June 30, 2019. Read full story

June 10, 2019 | Department of Health Services

Notificación de calor:Consejos para mantenerse fresco a medida que aumentan las temperaturas

El Servicio Nacional de Meteorología pronostica temperaturas altas en toda la región y en el Condado de Sonoma en los próximos días. El clima las cálido será el lunes 10 de junio de 2019. Se espera que las temperaturas del interior alcancen los 90 grados más altos y los 100 grados más bajos, mientras que las temperaturas más cercanas a la costa se mantendrán más leves. Se predice que las temperaturas serán más frescas durante las horas de la noche. Read full story

June 07, 2019 | Department of Health Services

Heat Notification: Tips toStay Cool as Temperatures Rise

The National Weather Service is forecasting hot temperatures throughout the region and in Sonoma County over the next few days. The hottest weather will be on Monday, June 10, 2019. Inland temperatures are expected to reach the upper 90s and low 100s while temperatures closer to the coast will remain milder. Read full story

May 14, 2019 | Department of Health Services

Letter Sent to Parents on Current Measles Outbreak

In the midst of the current state and nationwide measles outbreaks, a letter informing parents on the importance of vaccinations to prevent illness was sent from Sonoma County Health Officer Dr. Celeste Philip. Read full story

May 14, 2019 | Department of Health Services

CartaEnviada a los Padres Acerca la Actualización del Brote de Sarampión

En medio de los brotes actuales de sarampión a nivel estatal y nacional, la Oficial de Salud del Condado de Sonoma, la Dra. Celeste Philip, envío una carta a los padres informándolos sobre la importancia de las vacunas para prevenir enfermedades. Read full story

May 08, 2019 | Department of Health Services

ACCESS Sonoma County Wins IBM Watson Health 2019 Advantage Award

The Accessing Coordinated Care and Empowering Self-Sufficiency (ACCESS) Sonoma County initiative received a 2019 Advantage Award from IBM Watson Health™ in the Consumer/Patient Outreach and Communications category. Read full story