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#PublicHealth experts warn proposed cuts come as Congressional #MediCal reforms could increase reliance on local health departments and county indigent care programs without the infrastructure needed to provide care.
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Today local health departments observe Black HIV/Aids day. Local #PublicHealth is helping to #StopHIVTogether by providing access to crucial testing & treatment options & conducting education &x outreach campaigns to ensure our communities are informed.
https://bit.ly/4tnWMbp
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February 7, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Today local health departments observe Black HIV/Aids day. Local #PublicHealth is helping to #StopHIVTogether by providing access to crucial testing & treatment options & conducting education &x outreach campaigns to ensure our communities are informed.
https://bit.ly/4tnWMbp
https://bit.ly/4tnWMbp
California strengthened #PublicHealth workforce — but federal funding threats and the fiscal cliff for public health IT both raise a serious question: Will California be prepared for the next crisis?
February 4, 2026 at 9:00 PM
California strengthened #PublicHealth workforce — but federal funding threats and the fiscal cliff for public health IT both raise a serious question: Will California be prepared for the next crisis?
Local #PublicHealth depts warn about the unregulated use of substances like #kratom, tianeptine and nitrous oxide.
#CALeg: CA needs a unified state enforcement framework to protect communities from significant health risks, including addiction, overdoses, & death.
#CALeg: CA needs a unified state enforcement framework to protect communities from significant health risks, including addiction, overdoses, & death.
February 4, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Local #PublicHealth depts warn about the unregulated use of substances like #kratom, tianeptine and nitrous oxide.
#CALeg: CA needs a unified state enforcement framework to protect communities from significant health risks, including addiction, overdoses, & death.
#CALeg: CA needs a unified state enforcement framework to protect communities from significant health risks, including addiction, overdoses, & death.
Good morning, CHEAC members! We’re excited to join you this morning for our Annual Legislative Member Education Day at the State Capitol!
February 4, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Good morning, CHEAC members! We’re excited to join you this morning for our Annual Legislative Member Education Day at the State Capitol!
Local #PublicHealth leaders are raising concerns about #CABudget not funding California’s public health IT systems. CHEAC is meeting with #CALeg this week to underscore what’s at stake: keeping Californians safe and preparing for the next crisis.
February 3, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Local #PublicHealth leaders are raising concerns about #CABudget not funding California’s public health IT systems. CHEAC is meeting with #CALeg this week to underscore what’s at stake: keeping Californians safe and preparing for the next crisis.
CA Children’s Services programs are chronically underfunded – $109M below needs to meet @dhcs.bsky.social staffing standards.
#CALeg: Federal & state changes to #MediCal threaten to compound this funding shortfall & services to CA’s most vulnerable children if not addressed in #CABudget.
#CALeg: Federal & state changes to #MediCal threaten to compound this funding shortfall & services to CA’s most vulnerable children if not addressed in #CABudget.
February 2, 2026 at 11:07 PM
CA Children’s Services programs are chronically underfunded – $109M below needs to meet @dhcs.bsky.social staffing standards.
#CALeg: Federal & state changes to #MediCal threaten to compound this funding shortfall & services to CA’s most vulnerable children if not addressed in #CABudget.
#CALeg: Federal & state changes to #MediCal threaten to compound this funding shortfall & services to CA’s most vulnerable children if not addressed in #CABudget.
#PublicHealth is the backbone of community health. @cagovernornewsom.bsky.social #CABudget does not sustain funding for crucial public health information technology systems.
#CALeg: California must continue its commitment to strengthening our public health infrastructure!
#CALeg: California must continue its commitment to strengthening our public health infrastructure!
Breaking: @cagovernornewsom.bsky.social's proposed #CABudget does not include funding for vital #PublicHealth IT systems, jeopardizing California’s disease response and emergency preparedness as concerns grow around county indigent care responsibilities.
February 2, 2026 at 5:25 PM
#PublicHealth is the backbone of community health. @cagovernornewsom.bsky.social #CABudget does not sustain funding for crucial public health information technology systems.
#CALeg: California must continue its commitment to strengthening our public health infrastructure!
#CALeg: California must continue its commitment to strengthening our public health infrastructure!
Next week, local health department leaders from across California converge on the State Capitol for Legislative Member Education Day – meeting with #CALeg at a critical moment for the future of #PublicHealth and county safety-net programs.
January 30, 2026 at 7:35 PM
Next week, local health department leaders from across California converge on the State Capitol for Legislative Member Education Day – meeting with #CALeg at a critical moment for the future of #PublicHealth and county safety-net programs.
Know the facts: Hepatitis B infection can lead to a lifetime of complications for your newborn baby, including liver damage, cancer, and even death.
Hep B vaccine at birth is highly effective in preventing infection & provides the best protection against this serious disease.
Hep B vaccine at birth is highly effective in preventing infection & provides the best protection against this serious disease.
January 26, 2026 at 8:39 PM
Know the facts: Hepatitis B infection can lead to a lifetime of complications for your newborn baby, including liver damage, cancer, and even death.
Hep B vaccine at birth is highly effective in preventing infection & provides the best protection against this serious disease.
Hep B vaccine at birth is highly effective in preventing infection & provides the best protection against this serious disease.
Today, local #PublicHealth recognizes
#MaternalHealthAwarenessDay. Maternal, Child, and Adolescent programs in local health departments, including home-visiting and black infant health programs, are helping pregnant people and new parents raise healthy families.
#MaternalHealthAwarenessDay. Maternal, Child, and Adolescent programs in local health departments, including home-visiting and black infant health programs, are helping pregnant people and new parents raise healthy families.
January 23, 2026 at 5:20 PM
Today, local #PublicHealth recognizes
#MaternalHealthAwarenessDay. Maternal, Child, and Adolescent programs in local health departments, including home-visiting and black infant health programs, are helping pregnant people and new parents raise healthy families.
#MaternalHealthAwarenessDay. Maternal, Child, and Adolescent programs in local health departments, including home-visiting and black infant health programs, are helping pregnant people and new parents raise healthy families.
#Flu activity spikes during the Winter months. It’s important to protect yourself and others: #GetVaccinated, stay home when sick, cover sneezes, and wash your hands frequently.
January 23, 2026 at 12:32 AM
#Flu activity spikes during the Winter months. It’s important to protect yourself and others: #GetVaccinated, stay home when sick, cover sneezes, and wash your hands frequently.
#PublicHealth experts warn proposed cuts come as Congressional #MediCal reforms could increase reliance on local health departments and county indigent care programs without the infrastructure needed to provide care.
Full Statement: cheac.org/wp-content/u...
Full Statement: cheac.org/wp-content/u...
January 10, 2026 at 12:25 AM
#PublicHealth experts warn proposed cuts come as Congressional #MediCal reforms could increase reliance on local health departments and county indigent care programs without the infrastructure needed to provide care.
Full Statement: cheac.org/wp-content/u...
Full Statement: cheac.org/wp-content/u...
Breaking: @cagovernornewsom.bsky.social's proposed #CABudget does not include funding for vital #PublicHealth IT systems, jeopardizing California’s disease response and emergency preparedness as concerns grow around county indigent care responsibilities.
January 10, 2026 at 12:24 AM
Breaking: @cagovernornewsom.bsky.social's proposed #CABudget does not include funding for vital #PublicHealth IT systems, jeopardizing California’s disease response and emergency preparedness as concerns grow around county indigent care responsibilities.
What’s the best gift to give a loved one this holiday season? Health! Get vaccinated today and help stop the spread of disease! #GetVaccinated
December 24, 2025 at 5:08 PM
What’s the best gift to give a loved one this holiday season? Health! Get vaccinated today and help stop the spread of disease! #GetVaccinated
Vaccination rates are down and the flu is taking off. It’s time for a change. #GetVaccinated
December 24, 2025 at 1:03 AM
Vaccination rates are down and the flu is taking off. It’s time for a change. #GetVaccinated
Don’t want a stuffy nose or a stubborn cold to get in the way of your holiday plans? Get vaccinated today to keep yourself healthy and protect our most vulnerable. #GetVaccinated !
December 23, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Don’t want a stuffy nose or a stubborn cold to get in the way of your holiday plans? Get vaccinated today to keep yourself healthy and protect our most vulnerable. #GetVaccinated !
Did you know you can schedule a vaccine appointment to protect against the #Flu at MyTurn.Ca.Gov?
Protecting yourself, your family, and your community is just one shot away. Get vaccinated today and join the campaign to #FightTheFlu! #NIVW
Protecting yourself, your family, and your community is just one shot away. Get vaccinated today and join the campaign to #FightTheFlu! #NIVW
December 5, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Did you know you can schedule a vaccine appointment to protect against the #Flu at MyTurn.Ca.Gov?
Protecting yourself, your family, and your community is just one shot away. Get vaccinated today and join the campaign to #FightTheFlu! #NIVW
Protecting yourself, your family, and your community is just one shot away. Get vaccinated today and join the campaign to #FightTheFlu! #NIVW
It's National Influenza Vaccine Week! #NIVW
A #Flu shot is the best way to keep yourself and those around you safe this winter. Vaccine appointments can be scheduled with your doctor or via myturn.ca.gov. #FightTheFlu
A #Flu shot is the best way to keep yourself and those around you safe this winter. Vaccine appointments can be scheduled with your doctor or via myturn.ca.gov. #FightTheFlu
December 4, 2025 at 11:01 PM
It's National Influenza Vaccine Week! #NIVW
A #Flu shot is the best way to keep yourself and those around you safe this winter. Vaccine appointments can be scheduled with your doctor or via myturn.ca.gov. #FightTheFlu
A #Flu shot is the best way to keep yourself and those around you safe this winter. Vaccine appointments can be scheduled with your doctor or via myturn.ca.gov. #FightTheFlu
Local #PublicHealthHeroes are on the front lines keeping Californians safe from COVID-19, flu, RSV, measles, tuberculosis, valley fever & other #PublicHealth threats.
CHEAC recognizes our members & their staff for protecting the health & wellbeing of all local communities! #PHTYD
CHEAC recognizes our members & their staff for protecting the health & wellbeing of all local communities! #PHTYD
November 24, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Local #PublicHealthHeroes are on the front lines keeping Californians safe from COVID-19, flu, RSV, measles, tuberculosis, valley fever & other #PublicHealth threats.
CHEAC recognizes our members & their staff for protecting the health & wellbeing of all local communities! #PHTYD
CHEAC recognizes our members & their staff for protecting the health & wellbeing of all local communities! #PHTYD
Today is Global Handwashing Day!
Handwashing with warm soap and water remains one of the most simple and effective ways to protect against common illnesses and prevent the spread of germs. #GlobalHandwashingDay
Handwashing with warm soap and water remains one of the most simple and effective ways to protect against common illnesses and prevent the spread of germs. #GlobalHandwashingDay
October 15, 2025 at 10:06 PM
Today is Global Handwashing Day!
Handwashing with warm soap and water remains one of the most simple and effective ways to protect against common illnesses and prevent the spread of germs. #GlobalHandwashingDay
Handwashing with warm soap and water remains one of the most simple and effective ways to protect against common illnesses and prevent the spread of germs. #GlobalHandwashingDay
Breaking: @CAGovernor announces the formation of the Governors #PublicHealth Alliance to strengthen emergency preparedness, improve communication, share data & expertise, & ensure states & territories can respond quickly to emerging health threats.
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California joins bicoastal governors’ alliance to shore up public health
The Governors Public Health Alliance will share public health recommendations and combat White House misinformation, Gov. Gavin Newsom said.
www.sacbee.com
October 15, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Breaking: @CAGovernor announces the formation of the Governors #PublicHealth Alliance to strengthen emergency preparedness, improve communication, share data & expertise, & ensure states & territories can respond quickly to emerging health threats.
www.sacbee.com/news/politic...
www.sacbee.com/news/politic...
CA's local #PublicHealthHeroes thank @cagovernornewsom.bsky.social for signing #AB1288!
Strengthening our environmental health workforce ensures local #PublicHealth can protect communities from food, water & environmental hazards every day.
www.ksby.com/morro-bay/go...
Strengthening our environmental health workforce ensures local #PublicHealth can protect communities from food, water & environmental hazards every day.
www.ksby.com/morro-bay/go...
Governor Newsom signs new law to go into effect in 2026
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed AB 1288, the Retain and Train Act, into law, a key measure aimed at addressing workforce shortages in public health.
www.ksby.com
October 8, 2025 at 4:31 PM
CA's local #PublicHealthHeroes thank @cagovernornewsom.bsky.social for signing #AB1288!
Strengthening our environmental health workforce ensures local #PublicHealth can protect communities from food, water & environmental hazards every day.
www.ksby.com/morro-bay/go...
Strengthening our environmental health workforce ensures local #PublicHealth can protect communities from food, water & environmental hazards every day.
www.ksby.com/morro-bay/go...
Thank you for attending #CHEAC25! Your energy, insights, and dedication to advancing #PublicHealth helped make this year’s Annual Meeting a HUGE success!
We’re excited to wrap up #CHEAC25 with some inspiration, bringing everything we’re learned and discovered into practice.
Dr. Umair Shah, former Secretary of @wadepthealth.bsky.social, leads our Closing Plenary: “Resilient Together: The Heart and Hope of Public Health.”
Dr. Umair Shah, former Secretary of @wadepthealth.bsky.social, leads our Closing Plenary: “Resilient Together: The Heart and Hope of Public Health.”
October 3, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Thank you for attending #CHEAC25! Your energy, insights, and dedication to advancing #PublicHealth helped make this year’s Annual Meeting a HUGE success!
What an honor to close #CHEAC25 with Dr. Umair Shah. His words reminded us that resilience, heart, and hope are the foundation of #PublicHealth leadership.
Thank you for inspiring us all! 🙌
Thank you for inspiring us all! 🙌
October 3, 2025 at 5:44 PM
What an honor to close #CHEAC25 with Dr. Umair Shah. His words reminded us that resilience, heart, and hope are the foundation of #PublicHealth leadership.
Thank you for inspiring us all! 🙌
Thank you for inspiring us all! 🙌