Press Releases
Cold Weather "Code Blue" Advisory
2019-10-27 false Immediate Cold Weather "Code Blue" Advisory Santa Rosa CA Santa Rosa, CA – October 27, 2019 – Effective Sunday, October 27, 2019, Sonoma County is issuing a “code blue” cold weather advisory in response to the National Weather Service’s prediction for near freezing overn Read full story
Aviso De Clima Frio “Código Azul”
2019-10-27 false Immediate Cold Weather "Code Blue" Advisory Santa Rosa CA Santa Rosa, CA – October 27, 2019 – Effective Sunday, October 27, 2019, Sonoma County is issuing a “code blue” cold weather advisory in response to the National Weather Service’s prediction for near freezing overn Read full story
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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