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CDPH Warns Consumers Not To Eat Vagabundo Paletas Candy From Mexico

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 06:00:00 Pacific Time

SACRAMENTO � Dr. Ron Chapman, director of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and state health officer, warned consumers not to eat Vagabundo Paletas candy imported from Mexico after tests conducted by CDPH found unacceptable levels of lead. Consumers in possession of this candy should discard it immediately.

Cdph Says Bed Bath & Beyond Tissue Boxes Maybe Radioactive

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 12:15:00 Pacific Time

SACRAMENTO � California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Director and State Public Health Officer Dr. Ron Chapman advised consumers to return certain metal tissue box cover accessories distributed by Bed Bath & Beyond because the product may be contaminated with radioactive cobalt-60.

California�s First Flu Death Reported

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 19:00:00 Pacific Time

SACRAMENTO � An adult male in his late 30�s is the first reported fatality linked to influenza for this influenza season, Dr. Ron Chapman, director of the California Department of Public Health and state public health officer, announced today. The man was from Kern County.

2 Orange County Hospitals � St. Jude Medical Center, Mission Hospital � Among 14 California Hospitals Fined For Endangering Patients

Dolores Barr, Editor and Publisher — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 07:00:00 Pacific Time

SACRAMENTO � The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) announced yesterday that 14 California hospitals have been assessed administrative penalties after it was determined the facilities� noncompliance with licensing requirements caused, or was likely to cause, serious injury or death to patients.

CDPH Reminds Californians To Stay Safe, Healthy During Severe Cold Weather

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 20:22:00 Pacific Time

SACRAMENTO � With weather forecasts calling for nighttime temperatures to drop near freezing in parts of California, Dr. Ron Chapman, director of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and state public health officer, today urged Californians to protect themselves and their families from the hazards of extreme cold.

CDPH Warns Consumers Not To Eat Bee Brand Sunny Day Gummies And Bavan Mix Goli Candy

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 19:09:00 Pacific Time

SACRAMENTO � Dr. Ron Chapman, director of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and state public health officer, today warned consumers not to eat Bee Sunny Day Gummies candy imported from China and BAVAN Mix Goli candy imported from India after tests conducted by CDPH found unacceptable levels of lead.

Wild Mushrooms Can Cause Serious Illness, Including Death And Organ Failure, Warns State Public Health Director

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 21:32:00 Pacific Time

SACRAMENTO � With seasonal rains promoting the growth of wild mushrooms, Dr. Ron Chapman, director of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and State Public Health Officer, recently reminded consumers that collecting and eating wild mushrooms can cause serious illness and even death.

Senior Citizen Drug Addiction � Free Lecture Saturday

No Author — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 09:08:00 Pacific Time

Submitted by Dr. Stuart Finkelstein�s office
Lakewood, CA (Nov 2011) �Senior citizens represent a silent but growing portion of the community facing addiction to both prescription and illegal drugs. As dire as the situation has become, with appropriate medical intervention, many lives can be saved.

Salmonella Found In Spinach From Salinas Producer � CDPH Issues Consumer Warning

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 08:33:00 Pacific Time

SACRAMENTO � Dr. Ron Chapman, director of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), today warned people not to eat certain bagged spinach and salad products manufactured by Taylor Farms Retail Inc., Salinas, because they may be contaminated with Salmonella.

Flu Vaccine Now Available In California

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 18:57:00 Pacific Time

SACRAMENTO � With influenza cases now confirmed in California, the state�s public health officer is urging those who want protection from the flu to get immunized.