Environmental health officials are reminding community residents to be on the lookout for harmful algal blooms after a report was made of a person becoming ill following time spent in the South Fork Eel River north of Weott. Read on...

On May 10, 2021, Gov. Gavin Newsom expanded the drought emergency proclamation to 41 counties, including Humboldt. With this proclamation comes acknowledgement that droughts can cause changes to communities and the environment that impact public health. Read more about public health drought concerns...

This summer make safety at the rivers, oceans and lagoons a top priority. Local waterways are cold and have swift currents, which can pose threats to even the strongest swimmers. Remember these tips for staying safe near water: Read on...

Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) employee Sofia Pereira has been named the department’s new director of Public Health and will be stepping into her new role June 27. Read on...

Public Health officials are reminding residents to keep an eye out for cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae, while recreating at local rivers and lakes after samples with the toxin were collected at two locations on the Mad River. Read on...

The AG and DHHS jointly submitted a request to the Superior Court to enter into a proposed stipulated supplemental judgment that intends to fully resolve all outstanding compliance issues relating to the 2018 stipulated judgment over DHHS’s CWS Division. Read more about the CWS-AG-stipulated Judgement

The Humboldt-Del Norte Veterinary Medical Association is sponsoring low-cost canine rabies vaccination clinics through mid-July. Read on...

Early this month, the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors approved the Humboldt County DHHS’s request to allocate funding to establish and run a sub-acute transitional facility for adults experiencing mental health crises. Read more about the mental health crisis center

On Friday, you’re invited to a meeting about the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA). A public hearing on the MHSA will take place the following Thursday, May 27. Read more about the MHSA public hearing, May 27

Thanks in part to a $5.1 million grant from the Investment in Mental Health Wellness Grant Program for Children, Humboldt County will soon have a residential facility for children and youth experiencing mental health crises. Read more about the new Behavioral Health facility

Community residents are invited to review and comment on the Humboldt County Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Annual Update 2021-2022. This update includes a proposed Innovation program—the Resident Engagement and Support Team (REST). Read more about the 2021-2022 MHSA Annual Update

Four days a week, a mental health clinician or case manager is stationed at the Arcata Police Department (APD) and goes on calls with officers to conduct outreach and follow up with people in the community who need assistance. Read more about the 2021 APD - DHHS

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Environmental Health (DEH) announced the opening of the wet weather test period for the evaluation of proposed individual on-site wastewater treatment systems (OWTS). Read more about the 2021 wet weather testing

Interested in learning more about the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA)? The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services will host five regional virtual meetings to share information about and gather input for the MHSA Annual Update for 2021-22. Read more about MHSA Community Meetings

Three staff members have tested positive for COVID-19 at Sempervirens, Humboldt County Department Health & Human Services’ (DHHS) 16-bed in-patient psychiatric hospital located in Eureka. 20201215 - Three test positive at Sempervirens

Effective Jan. 1, 2021, the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) will no longer allow the landfill disposal of treated wood waste (TWW). 20201215 - Treated wood waste (PDF)

The holidays will look different this year, but food safety precautions remain the same. Read more about 2020 holiday food safety

Community members are invited to participate in a free drive-thru flu vaccine clinic scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 18, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the parking lot of the Humboldt County Library’s main branch at 1313 Third St. in Eureka. Read more about the Nov. 18 flu clinic

Smokers are encouraged to quit tobacco use for one day and take advantage of local resources to help them quit during for the Great American Smokeout Thursday, Nov. 19. read more about the 2020 Great American Smokeout

Flu season has officially begun, and health officials say this year with COVID-19 already circulating around the community, it is more important than ever to get a vaccine. 20201014 - Flu Vaccine (PDF)

The Humboldt County DHHS Division of Environmental Health (DEH) has extended the dry weather test period for evaluation of water quantity supplies for proposed subdivisions and residential construction through Thursday, Oct. 15. Dry Weather Test Extension (PDF)

California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced more than $4.3 million in Project Homekey funds Monday that will help make it possible for the Humboldt Inn on Fourth Street in Eureka to become permanent supportive housing for people experiencing homelessness. Read more about Project Homekey

Samples with confirmed cyanobacteria were collected at three locations on the Mad River spurring local Public and Environmental Health Officials to warn community residents to keep themselves and their pets out of the water. Read more about cyanobacteria in the Mad

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and a good time to connect with people who may be having difficulty reaching out for help or feeling socially isolated or lonely. Read more about Suicide Prevention Awareness 2020

"A las personas que son contactadas como parte de las investigaciones de Salud Pública relacionadas con COVID-19 no se les preguntará sobre su estado de documentación" Leer más sobre Salud Pública declaración...

‘People who are contacted as part of Public Health investigations related to COVID-19 will not be asked about their documentation status’ Read more about Public Health's statement

Addiction treatment services are now more accessible to qualifying county residents since Partnership HealthPlan of California launched its Wellness and Recovery program earlier this summer. Read more about addiction treatment services

Money to pay for missed rent or mortgage is available to qualifying county residents who have fallen behind on their house payments because of COVID-19 pandemic-related income loss. Read on...

After months on hold, Helping Humboldt participants started back up in July and are helping build partitions to minimize employees’ exposure to each other in the workplace. Read more about the Helping Humboldt partitions

Community residents are invited to review and comment on Humboldt County’s Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Annual Update 2019-2020 and Three-Year Plan 2020-2023. Read more about the 2020 MHSA update and 3-yeaplan

The Humboldt-Del Norte Veterinary Medical Association is sponsoring low-cost canine rabies vaccination clinics through mid-August. Read more about Summer 2020 rabies vaccines

A second positive test of a Humboldt County resident with COVID-19 is confirmed, one month to the day after the county had its first confirmed positive case. https://humboldtgov.org/DocumentCenter/View/84693/20200320_SecondCaseConfirmed Read more about the second confirmed case

Humboldt County District Attorney Maggie Fleming issued a consumer alert today regarding price gouging following Gov. Gavin Newsom’s state of emergency proclamation. Read on...

Humboldt County’s shelter in place order went into effect at midnight last night, and county residents are expected to stay home if they don’t have something they absolutely must do. Read more about the shelter in place update

Humboldt County Emergency communications centers are experiencing an extraordinary call volume related to non-emergency inquiries about the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). Read more about reserving 911 for emergencies

Humboldt County Health Officer Dr. Teresa Frankovich issued an Order of the Health Officer today, March 19, directing Humboldt County residents to shelter at their place of residence in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, starting at midnight. Read more about the shelter in place order

The Humboldt County Joint Information Center has received calls requesting clarification of guidance for food and beverage venues updated earlier this week by the California Department of Public Health. Read more about Guidance on Food and Beverage Venu

Many Humboldt County residents are seeking additional guidance on recommended social distancing measures following school and business closures across the county. Read more about Social Distancing

Starting today, the Humboldt County Joint Information Center will provide daily updates about local COVID-19 testing capabilities and results. Read more about Public Health Lab info online

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) issued new social distancing guidance late yesterday, recommending postponement or cancellation of large gatherings across the state through the end of March. Read more about social distancing and info line...

Humboldt County Health Officer Teresa Frankovich, MD, has declared a Local Health Emergency in response to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak in California and beyond. Read more about COVID-19 emergency declaration...

DHHS Public Health has been notified of a case of bacterial meningitis in a student attending Arcata High School. The student is currently hospitalized and under treatment. Read more about bacterial meningitis

Two Feathers Native American Family Services became Humboldt County’s first Native American Organizational Provider of specialty mental health services following approval of a services agreement with DHHS. Read more about Two Feathers and Mental Health...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has just updated its guidance for travelers returning from countries with high rates of COVID-19 transmission including Iran, Italy, South Korea and Japan. Read about updated guidance for travelers...

As an increasing number of countries around the world begin to experience person-to-person transmission of COVID-19 infections, there are questions about what travelers should do when they return to the U.S. Read more about COVID-19 guidance for travelers...

The individual in Humboldt County who tested positive for COVID-19 infection earlier this month has been released from isolation after meeting all conditions for clearance required by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Read about resident released from isolation...

A second case of COVID-19 in Humboldt County has not been confirmed because the individual involved has tested “indeterminate” for the virus. Read more about second COVID-19 test results...

DHHS has received numerous calls from local business owners and employees about what precautions can be taken to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The CDC is recommending certain measures to businesses to help limit workplace exposure. Read more about CDC COVID-19 guidance...

DHHS's Public Health Branch recently announced the first confirmed case of novel coronavirus in Humboldt County. The ill individual and close contact continue to do well and are self-isolating at home while being monitored for symptoms by Public Health. Read more about Public Health COVID-19 response...

DHHS's Public Health Branch has received confirmation from the California Department of Public Health and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) of one case of COVID-19 in a Humboldt County resident. Read more about COVID-19 in Humboldt...

February is Children’s Dental Health Month, and Smile Humboldt and its partner organizations are inviting residents come to a free dental health fair Saturday, Feb. 22, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Bayshore Mall. Read more about Children's Dental Health Month.

Political officials, representatives from community agencies and residents gathered Tuesday afternoon to celebrate the completion of the River Bluff Cottages, Rio Dell’s newest housing development. Read more about River Bluff Cottages...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services Division of Environmental Health (DEH) announced the opening of the wet weather test period for the evaluation of proposed individual on-site wastewater treatment systems (OWTS). Read more about wet weather testing period 2020

This afternoon, the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services declared novel coronavirus a public health emergency. Local officials say there are still no cases in Humboldt County at this time. Read more about novel coronavirus...

At Tuesday's Board of Supervisors meeting, Dr. Teresa Frankovich was confirmed as Humboldt County’s new Health Officer following the December retirement of Dr. Donald Baird. Read more about county's new Health Officer...

Interested in learning more about the Mental Health Services Act or MHSA? The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services will host public meetings to share information about and gather input for the MHSA three-year plan. Read more about MHSA community meetings 2020...

Blue Water Navy Veterans or their survivors are now entitled to a presumption of service connection for conditions related to Agent Orange exposure. Read about veterans disability benefits...

The holiday season is upon us, and that likely means sharing food with friends and family. The Humboldt County DHHS Division of Environmental Health is reminding people of safe food handling tips to keep holiday meals healthy. Read more about holiday food safety

Read about the county’s new Suicide Fatality Review team, learn more about Sempervirens psychiatric hospital as it celebrates 50 years and check out the list of NAMI support groups offered throughout the county. It’s all in the fall issue of DHHS Connect. DHHS Connect Fall 2019 (PDF)

Smokers are encouraged to quit tobacco use for one day for the Great American Smokeout Thursday, Nov. 21. The Tobacco Education Network and the American Cancer Society urge smokers to take advantage of local resources that can help them quit. Read about the Great American Smokeout 2019...

Community residents are invited to take a survey to provide input on local mental health services and what new and innovative ideas they think should be included in Humboldt County’s Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) 2020-2023 three-year plan. Read more about the 2019 MHSA survey...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) and the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) are partnering to improve safety and awareness for motorists, pedestrians and bicyclists in Eureka. Read more about Eureka traffic safety outreach...

Inspection reports for local food facilities are now available online. Read more about online restaurant inspections...

Much of Humboldt County may be without power for an extended period of time. The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services Division of Environmental Health wants to remind everyone of the following food safety guidelines. Read more about food safety in a power outage...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services Division of Environmental Health would like to remind owners of non-standard onsite wastewater treatment systems to be prepared for a power outage. Read more about OWTS preparedness in an outage...

The Humboldt County Coroner’s Office has expanded the way it investigates suicides by using a consolidated risk assessment profile in hopes of learning how to prevent future deaths. Read more about suicide prevention efforts...

Law enforcement officers and mental health service providers are learning techniques to de-escalate mental health crises during this week’s Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training. Read more about crisis intervention training...

Local public health officials are stressing the importance of getting vaccinated for pertussis after a local infant who tested positive for the disease was hospitalized in an intensive care unit earlier this month. Read more about Humboldt pertussis, Sept. 2019

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services Division of Environmental Health (DEH) will host a water efficiency workshop to introduce recent programmatic changes regarding water saving strategies. Read more about the water efficiency workshop...

Learn helpful tips and recipes to make snacking healthy, easy and affordable at the second annual Healthy Snack Day scheduled from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 12, at the Eureka Grocery Outlet. Read more about Healthy Snack Day 2019...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) and community partners are hosting events and trainings during Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Read more about Suicide Awareness Month 2019

Nearly 230 families have graduated from the Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) program since the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) launched it 10 years ago. Read more about Nurse-Family Partnership...

Research shows cannabis use during pregnancy can increase the risk of low birth weight and affect a baby’s brain development officials from a workgroup of the local Perinatal Substance Use Disorder Project told the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors. Read more about cannabis use and pregnancy...

Young people ages 16 to 26 are invited to learn about the importance of mental wellness at the Humboldt County Transition-Age Youth Collaboration Youth Advisory Board’s seventh annual Wellness Week. Read more about HCTAYC Wellness Week...

The Multi-Family Visitation Center, opened at the Jefferson Community Center in Eureka, providing an area for multiple, eligible families to have supervised visitations. Read more about the Multi-Family Visitation Center

Public Health officials were notified late Wednesday that a Eureka teen has tested positive for pertussis, also known as whooping cough, which is a highly contagious respiratory disease. Read more about local pertussis case...

The summer issue of DHHS Connect is now available. Learn how the statewide CalFresh expansion is helping Humboldt County residents, find tips to protect yourself from illness when traveling abroad and read an update from DHHS Director Connie Beck. DHHS Connect Summer 2019 (PDF)

Summer is officially here. If your plans include visiting another country, take steps to protect yourself from potential illness, and get your travel vaccines today. Read more about travel vaccines...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is encouraging residents to prepare for potential power outages after the Pacific Gas & Electric Co. (PG&E) began conducting preemptive power shutoffs in fire-prone areas. Read more about preparing for power shutoffs

Public Health officials announced this morning that local oysters are safe to eat after a math error at the Humboldt County Public Health Laboratory led to a brief closure of Humboldt Bay. Read more about local oysters safe to eat...

The Community Health Assessment (CHA), a comprehensive overview of the health of the Humboldt County community, was presented at the Board of Supervisors meeting this afternoon. Read more about the 2018 CHA...

A youth-led walkability assessment will be held in McKinleyville to better enable area students to safely walk, bike and roll to school. The assessment is scheduled for Wednesday, May 15, from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. Read more about upcoming walkability assessment...

Nearly 6,000 disabled and elderly Humboldt County residents are eligible to apply for CalFresh benefits after the state expanded the nutritional benefits to people on Supplemental Security Income/State Supplementary Payment (SSI/SSP). Read more about the CalFresh Expansion...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) invites community residents to a series of events that aim to reduce stigma and raise awareness of mental health challenges as part of “May is Mental Health Matters Month.” Read more about Mental Health Matters Month 2019

Check out the spring issue of our quarterly newsletter, DHHS Connect. Read the complete Spring 2019 DHHS Connect

A coalition of agencies and service providers broke ground today on The Center at McKinleyville, a one-stop location for services, information and activities for community members in McKinleyville and the northern region of Humboldt County. Read more about The Center groundbreaking...

Learn about the benefits of cycling at a free bilingual health and bike fair in Fortuna. “Baile, Bicis y Ser Felices!” or “Dance, Bike and Be Happy!” is scheduled for Sunday, April 14, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Firemen’s Pavilion in Rohner Park. Read about the bilingual bike & health fair...

Community residents are invited to review and comment on Humboldt County’s Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) annual update. Read more about the MHSA annual update...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Environmental Health has extended the wet weather test period for the evaluation of proposed individual on-site wastewater treatment systems. Read about extended wet weather test period...

Seniors living in outlying areas of the county will have greater access to services without the need to travel to Eureka at two outreach events planned for Trinidad and Redway in April. Read more about Mobile Outreach senior events

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) recently launched the “Your Pain is Real. So Are the Risks.” campaign to raise awareness about the dangers of prescription medications that contain opioids. Read more about a new opioid awareness campaign...

More than $860,000 has been distributed to eight Humboldt County homeless assistance programs to help keep people off the streets. Read more about Continuum of Care grants...

More than 1,470 unsheltered people were counted in Humboldt County during this year’s Point-in-Time (PIT) count, according to results from the Jan. 23 count of people experiencing homelessness. Read more about the 2019 Point-in-Time count...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Environmental Health (DEH) announced the opening of the wet weather test period for the evaluation of proposed individual on-site wastewater treatment systems (OWTS). Read more about the wet weather test period...

The Fortuna Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program recently closed its Main Street office, and will reopen at the Fortuna Library on Monday, Feb. 4. Read more about the Fortuna WIC temporary move...

The Humboldt Housing and Homeless Coalition (HHHC) is looking for volunteers to participate in the Jan. 23 Point-in-Time (PIT) count to connect with people experiencing homelessness in the community. Read more about the HHHC Point-in-Time count...

Check out the winter issue of our quarterly newsletter, DHHS Connect. Read more of the DHHS Connect - Winter 2019...

Do you or a family member have experience with the local mental health system? Community members are encouraged to lend their insight by serving on the Humboldt County Behavioral Health Board. Read about Behavioral Health Board recruitment...

A $625,000 grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Program will continue to provide funding for the Humboldt Allies for Substance Abuse Prevention (ASAP). Read more about youth substance use prevention...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services’ Division of Environmental Health (DEH) is reminding people about the importance of making food safety a priority this holiday season. Read more about holiday food safety...

As the days get shorter and nights get cold, the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) reminds residents of housing programs that can keep many of the county’s most vulnerable off the streets. Read more about housing for winter...

The Tobacco Education Network and the American Cancer Society are asking local smokers to quit tobacco use for one day during the Great American Smokeout Thursday, Nov. 15. Read about the Great American Smokeout 2018...

Six local Registered Dental Hygienists will soon be able to provide additional dental services to young children who have Denti-Cal, dental insurance under the Medi-Cal program. Read more about new Denti-Cal providers...

Thirty-five law enforcement officers and mental health service providers are participating in a four-day Crisis Intervention Team training to learn strategies to better respond to people experiencing mental health crises. Read more about law enforcement & mental health...

Public Health officials are reminding parents and caregivers to provide a safe sleeping environment for babies to help reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Read more about safe sleep...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services Division of Environmental Health (DEH) has extended the dry weather test period for evaluation of water quantity supplies for proposed subdivisions and residential construction through Oct. 15. Read more about the Dry Weather Test Extension...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services is working with community and tribal partners to host events and offer trainings that teach participants how to recognize signs of suicide and refer those at risk to professional resources. Read more about Suicide Prevention Month 2018...

Check out the summer issue of our quarterly newsletter, DHHS Connect. Read more of DHHS Connect - Summer 2018...

The property surrounding the library in Eureka is getting some much needed attention, thanks to a new program that provides residents with meaningful work that serves the community. Read more about 'Helping Humboldt'...

The Breastfeeding Task Force (BFTF) of Humboldt County is providing a Breastfeeding Rest Stop booth at the Humboldt County Fair in Ferndale Thursday, Aug. 16 through Sunday, Aug. 26. Read more about the Breastfeeding Rest Stop...

The Humboldt County Transition-Age Youth Collaboration’s (HCTAYC) Youth Advisory Board invites young people ages 16 to 26 to its sixth annual Wellness Week starting Monday, Aug. 6. Read more about Wellness Week...

Local Public and Environmental Health officials are warning recreational users of all bodies of fresh water to avoid contact with cyanobacteria (also known as blue-green algae). Read more about cyanobacteria warnings...

The start of the new school year may feel far away, but it’s not too early to schedule an appointment for back-to-school vaccines. Read more about back-to-school vaccines...

Tick season is quickly approaching, and the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is reminding people to protect themselves and their animals. Read more about precautions against ticks

Local health officials are reminding people it’s always important to get tested and know your HIV status in recognition of National HIV Testing Day on Wednesday, June 27. The only way to know if you have HIV is to get tested. Read more about National HIV Testing Day...

Development of a new test has given the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services’ (DHHS) Public Health Laboratory the ability to better identify the specific sources of fecal contamination found in water samples. Read more about Microbial Source Tracking...

County residents who use electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards are advised that due to a statewide system upgrade, cards will not be usable from Saturday, June 23 at 11 p.m. through Sunday, June 24 at 11 p.m. Read more about the June 2018 EBT card outage...

Summer officially kicks off this week. As you plan to enjoy local rivers, beaches and lagoons, make water safety a priority. Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services is making more than 150 life jackets available to borrow. Read more about water safety...

An American Crow in Humboldt County has tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). This is the first WNV-positive bird reported in the county this year. Read more about West Nile Virus...

Nearly 45,000 people lost their lives to suicide in the United States in 2016, according to new information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Almost 4,300 of those were in California. Read more about suicide prevention...

A $7.5 million grant over the next four years will make it possible for children and youth throughout Humboldt County to receive much needed mental health services at their schools. Read more about Mental Health grants...

Summer is just around the corner and international travel may be on the agenda for some Humboldt County residents. While exposure to new places, foods and cultures can be exciting, it can also bring with it exposure to new illnesses. Read more about travel vaccines...

Due to a technical error, the link to the HIV news release issued Friday has become inactive. If you missed the original news release or need to refer back to it, please use this link instead. Thank you. Read more about HIV concerns...

Two communicable disease specialists from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) are in Humboldt County assisting local officials investigating an increase in the number of people newly diagnosed with HIV that was identified last month. Read more about HIV concerns...

Community residents are invited to review and comment on Humboldt County’s Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) three-year plan. Read more about the MHSA three-year plan...

MonthMillions of people in the U.S. live with chronic hepatitis, and according to the California Department of Public Health, Humboldt County’s rate of new cases of hepatitis C is nearly three times the state average. Read more about Hepatitis Awareness Month

Learn how to reduce sugar intake and improve overall health at Rethink Your Drink Day on Wednesday, May 16. Community residents can participate in this Statewide Day of Action right here in Humboldt County. Read more about Rethink Your Drink Day...

In an effort to expedite abatement of violations of County Code, Humboldt County Code Enforcement is taking complaints that have traditionally been accepted and investigated by the Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Environmental Health. Read more about Environmental Health Complaints

County health officials are reporting a recent spike in HIV cases after an unusual number of infections were confirmed in April. Several of the cases are believed to be related. Read more about Humboldt County HIV cases

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services invites the community to recognize “May is Mental Health Matters Month” with a series of events designed to reduce stigma and spread awareness about the importance of mental wellness. Read more about May is Mental Health Matters Month

A nearly $1 million dollar grant over the next three years will expand treatment options for people experiencing mental health crisis. Read more about the SB 82 Triage Grant

The latest issue of DHHS Connect is ready to read. Learn more about the March 29 Tsunami Communications Test, find out what is going on throughout the county for May is Mental Health Matters Month and check out Director Connie Beck’s department update. Read the DHHS Connect Spring 2018

Child Welfare Services (CWS) has opened an Office of the Ombudsperson which is available to provide independent review of questions and concerns related to CWS. Read more about the CWS Office of the Ombudsperson

Looking for a quick training to help move your career in a new direction? Mark your calendar for The Job Market’s Office Specialist and Community and Social Services trainings starting in May and June. Read more about spring 2018 job trainings

Five new syringe disposal locations are now available in Eureka, adding to Humboldt County's variety of options for safe, legal and convenient disposal of used syringes. Read more about Eureka's disposal locations (PD

The North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board has approved Humboldt County’s Local Agency Management Program (LAMP) for permitting and oversight of on-site wastewater treatment systems (OWTS). Read more about the approved LAMP

The Superior Court of Humboldt County has accepted a stipulated judgment cooperatively negotiated by the California Attorney General (AG), the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) and the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS). Read more about the child welfare settlement

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and the Humboldt County Dental Advisory Group is inviting residents to celebrate with a fun event and free dental supplies. Read more about Children's Dental Health Month

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Environmental Health (DEH) announced the opening of the wet weather test period for the evaluation of proposed individual on-site wastewater treatment systems (OWTS). Read more about the wet weather test period

January is Cervical Health Awareness Month, and the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services, Public Health is joining communities around the U.S. in promoting cervical health. Read more about Cervical Health Awareness Month

Get tips on how to prepare for an emergency, learn about the first two syringe disposal kiosks installed in Eureka, and read a department update from Director Connie Beck. It’s all in the winter issue of our quarterly newsletter, DHHS Connect. Read the DHHS Connect Winter 2018

Local emergency rooms are currently reporting a high volume of patients coming in with influenza-like symptoms including coughs, sore throats and fevers, but health officials say staying home and getting rest is often the best way to combat the flu. Read more about the 2018 flu season

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Environmental Health (DEH) is holding a meeting Jan. 10, about the newly adopted Local Agency Management Plan (LAMP) and Read more about the scheduled LAMP meeting

Due to a further increase in the number of students with symptoms consistent with norovirus, five additional schools have elected to close early for the winter break. Read more about additional school closures

The new year is a great time for setting resolutions—goals to strive for, things to achieve. This year, consider adding emergency preparedness to your list. Read more about emergency preparedness in 2018

An increase in student absenteeism believed to be related to a norovirus outbreak has prompted Humboldt County Health Officer Dr. Donald Baird to recommend the closure of the 10 schools in the Eureka City Schools District. Read more about Norovirus outbreak prompts closure

Two syringe disposal kiosks have been installed in Eureka, and a third is on its way. The kiosks, purchased by the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services, are intended to provide a safe and convenient location to dispose of used syringes. Read more about disposal kiosks

After further discussion between district and Public Health officials, South Bay Union School District will close its three schools, all currently impacted by a norovirus outbreak. Read more about school district closure

More than 130 students from the South Bay Union School District are sick from what Public Health officials believe to be a norovirus outbreak centered at Pine Hill School and affecting nearby South Bay and South Bay Charter schools. Read more about the norovirus outbreak

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services Division of Environmental Health (DEH) is reminding people to make food safety a priority this holiday season. Read more about holiday food safety

The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) Public Health branch are partnering to improve pedestrian and bicyclist safety in McKinleyville. Read more about McKinleyville’s new grant

Tobacco-Free Humboldt and The American Cancer Society (ACS) are asking local smokers to quit tobacco use for one day during the Great American Smokeout on Thursday, Nov. 16. Read more about the Great American Smokeout 2017

Veterans Day is Nov. 11, and the Veterans Service Office (VSO) will be celebrating by opening that day to serve veterans who may be unable to visit the office during regular business hours. Read more about Vets Day hours

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Environmental Health (DEH) is inviting the community and other agencies to review and comment on the final Local Agency Management Program (LAMP). Read more about the final LAMP

Check out stories about client successes, expanded services for Transition-Age Youth and a department update from Director Connie Beck. It’s all in the fall issue of our quarterly newsletter, DHHS Connect. Read the DHHS Connect Fall 2017

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services Division of Environmental Health (DEH) has extended the dry weather test period for evaluation of water quantity supplies for proposed subdivisions and residential construction Read more about the dry weather test period

Local young people are about to have improved access to services and supports with the opening of the Transition-Age Youth (TAY) Division’s new location on M Street in Downtown Eureka. Read more about expanded TAY services

Members of the county’s Suicide Prevention Network gave a presentation to the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors Tuesday morning focusing on local prevention efforts. Read on...

Environmental Health officials from the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) reported that toxins associated with cyanobacteria (also known as blue-green algae) have been confirmed at Big Lagoon. Read more about cyanobacteria in Big Lagoon

Public Health officials have completed direct notification of all individuals who may have come into close contact with a student who tested positive yesterday for bacterial meningitis. Read more about Public Health notifications

A Eureka child has been transferred to an out-of-county hospital with a confirmed case of Neisseria meningitidis, which is a contagious form of bacterial meningitis. Read more about meningitis hospitalization

Local health officials have announced the first confirmed human West Nile Virus (WNV) infection in Humboldt County in four years. Read more about West Nile Virus in 2017

The Breastfeeding Task Force (BFTF) of Humboldt County will be providing a Breastfeeding Rest Stop booth at the Humboldt County Fair in Ferndale Wednesday, Aug. 23 through Monday, Sept. 4. Read more about the Breastfeeding Rest Stop

A mother with a long history of homelessness and poor credit was unable to access low income housing and was living in a local shelter with her new baby. She was able to get assistance in the form of Read more about Housing Action Program

The Job Market is offering several new adult education courses through the location’s College of the Redwoods (CR) Learning Lab this fall. The classes are free and created to help job seekers and current employees improve workplace skills. Read more about the free Learning Lab classes

With summer winding down, it’s time for parents to gather school supplies and backpacks and make sure their kids are up-to-date on their vaccines. Read more about back-to-school vaccines

The Humboldt County Transition-Age Youth Collaboration’s (HCTAYC) Youth Advisory Board will hold its fifth annual Wellness Week. Local young people are invited to participate in a week of Hawaiian-themed wellness events that starts Monday, Aug. 7. Read more about TAY Wellness Week 2017

Local Public and Environmental Health officials are warning recreational users of all bodies of fresh water to avoid contact with cyanobacteria (also known as blue-green algae). Read more about cyanobacteria

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The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is making 192 new life jackets available through loan stations at many of the county’s favorite water recreation locations. Read more about life jacket loaners

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is expected to receive a $3.8 million grant to participate in the statewide Local Dental Pilot Project (LDPP) aimed at improving access to dental care for income-eligible children. Read more about the dental health grant

A statewide program intended to address the shortage of qualified public health laboratory directors in California will pay for Humboldt County’s current lab manager to obtain a doctorate in Public Health. Read more about the state fellowship program

The Job Market and College of the Redwoods are offering concentrated trainings designed to help people move into a new career quickly. Both Community and Social Services and Intermediate Bookkeeping trainings are accepting applications now. Read more about Job Market employment trainings

Tick season is quickly approaching, and the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is reminding people to protect themselves and their animals. Read more about taking precautions against ticks.

The Humboldt-Del Norte Veterinary Medical Association is sponsoring low-cost canine rabies vaccination clinics throughout the county in May, June and July. Read more about low-cost rabies vaccines

Youth and mental health advocates will gather on the red carpet Saturday and are inviting the community to join in. The Directing Change film screening will take place at the Eureka Theater during the May 6 Arts Alive! Read more about young filmmakers event

Long-time Department of Health & Human Services employee Michele Stephens has been named the department’s director of the Public Health Branch, replacing Susan Buckley who retired in January. Read more about the new public health director

Humboldt County joins more than 2,000 U.S. communities each May in celebrating National Toddler Immunization Month. Read more about Toddler Immunization Month

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) and the Eureka Grocery Outlet are teaming up again for Fruit and Veggie Fest 2017. Read on...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is inviting the community to participate in celebrations and activities aimed at reducing stigma and raising awareness. Read on...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) Employment Training Division invites job seekers to the 2017 Redwood Coast Career Fair. Read on...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Environmental Health (DEH) has, again, extended the wet weather test period for the evaluation of proposed individual on-site wastewater treatment systems (OWTS). Read on...

Local residents who use illegal or “street” drugs may be at increased risk of overdose, according to the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Read on...

Job hunters will get an opportunity to meet more than 50 local employers during the 2017 Redwood Coast Career Fair, Tuesday, May 2, from noon to 2 p.m. Read on...

The spring issue of DHHS Connect, our quarterly newsletter, is ready to read. Read on...

The Mobile Intervention & Services Team (MIST) is ramping up staffing to help more of Eureka’s most vulnerable mentally ill homeless people. Read on...

In 2014, almost 250,000 babies in the United States were born to teenage mothers. Read on...

Today, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) released the results of its Healthy Stores for a Healthy Community survey which shows that Humboldt County youth have more access to unhealthy products than the state average. Read on...

Six Humboldt County pharmacies are now accepting expired, unused or unwanted medications, including prescription, non-prescription, controlled and non-controlled substances and pet medications. Read on...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Environmental Health (DEH) recently issued hazardous waste violation fines to four businesses that operate in Humboldt County. Read on...

The need for vaccinations does not end with early childhood. As kids approach their junior high years, so does the need for updated immunizations. Read on...

The Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) Public Health Laboratory has confirmed that a dog that was briefly in Humboldt County has tested positive for rabies. Read on...

It’s National Children’s Dental Health Month, and the Humboldt County Dental Advisory Group is inviting residents to celebrate with free events and dental supplies. Read on...

In a continued effort to reduce cervical cancer in women, the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is promoting January’s nationwide designation as Cervical Health Awareness Month. Read on...

Do you or a family member have experience in the local mental health system? Community members are encouraged to lend their insight by serving on the Humboldt County Behavioral Health Board (BHB). Read on...

Quitting smoking is a great way to start the New Year, and the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services is reminding smokers that kicking the habit immediately improves health and saves money. Read on...

This year’s Point-in-Time (PIT) homeless count has been postponed by one month as recruitment for volunteers continues. Originally scheduled for the end of January, the PIT count will now take place in the early-morning hours of Feb. 28. Read on...

The winter issue of DHHS Connect, our quarterly newsletter, is ready to read. Read on...

The Public Health branch of the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) has been awarded national accreditation by the Public Health Accreditation Board. Read on...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services Division of Environmental Health (DEH) reminds people to prioritize food safety this holiday season. Read on...

With the biennial Point-in-Time (PIT) count of homeless people coming up Jan. 31, the PIT committee is looking for volunteers and gathering donations. Read on...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services Division of Environmental Health (DEH), announces the opening of the wet weather test period for the evaluation of proposed individual on-site wastewater treatment systems (OWTS). Read on...

World AIDS Day connects people around the world to show solidarity in the fight against HIV and AIDS. Read on...

On Monday, Nov. 21, the Veterans Service Office (VSO) opened the doors at its new location. The VSO has been located inside the Humboldt County Courthouse since the 1940s. Read on...

Tobacco-Free Humboldt and The American Cancer Society (ACS) are encouraging local smokers to participate in the Great American Smokeout on Thursday, Nov. 17. Read on...

The County of Humboldt is seeking input from the community on improvements to current waterless toilet regulations. A discussion forum has been scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 17, at Trinidad Town Hall. Read on...

With Veterans Day Friday, Nov. 11, the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services Veterans Service Office (VSO) is reminding local vets to make sure they are getting services they’ve earned. Read on...

The 30-60 Housing First Campaign in Eureka has come to an end, and more than 70 people have been housed since August. Read on...

Five Humboldt businesses looking for some outside perspective on how well they’re doing recently enlisted the help of The Job Market. Read on...

Flu season has officially begun, and health officials say now is a good time to get vaccinated. Read on...

Do you wonder what DHHS has been up to lately? Take a look at DHHS Connect, the department’s new quarterly newsletter. Read on...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) has shingles vaccines available, and area seniors are encouraged to get this immunization. Read on...

The County of Humboldt is seeking input from the community on improvements to current waterless toilet regulations. A discussion forum has been scheduled for Friday, Sept. 30, at the Healy Senior Resource Center in Redway. Read on...

In just over a month, 30 homeless people have already found housing thanks to the efforts of the 30-60 Housing First Campaign in Eureka. Read on...

The amount of opioids prescribed in Humboldt County is going down. Opioids are a type of painkiller that can have serious side effects including overdose and death. Read on...

An estimated 4,000 gallons of gasoline from a petroleum tanker that overturned Wednesday in Southern Humboldt has leaked above the South Fork of the Eel River. Read on...

Today, the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) Public Health Laboratory confirmed that a cat in Orleans tested positive for rabies. A fox from the Orleans area also tested positive for rabies last month. Read on...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is partnering with community groups to host events and trainings during National Suicide Prevention Month. Read on...

Officials with the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Environmental Health (DEH) are reminding consumers to use licensed contractors to get groundwater well work completed. Read on...

School will be back in session soon, and it’s time for parents to gather school supplies and backpacks as well as make sure kids are up-to-date on their vaccines. Read on...

The Breastfeeding Task Force (BFTF) of Humboldt County is providing a Breastfeeding Rest Stop booth at the Humboldt County Fair, Aug. 18 to 28, in Ferndale. Read on...

The Humboldt Housing and Homeless Coalition invites members of the community to the Adorni Center Thursday, Aug. 11, to learn more about Housing First. Read on...

The County of Humboldt is seeking input from the community on waterless toilet regulations. Waterless toilets are also known as composting toilets or, as defined in the Humboldt County General Plan, alternative systems. Read on...

The Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) Public Health Laboratory confirmed that a fox from the Orleans area has tested positive for rabies. Read on...

The City of Eureka and County of Humboldt are launching a campaign that’s goal is to house 30 homeless people in 60 days. Read on...

For the first time in more than five years, a dog in Humboldt County has tested positive for rabies. The infection is believed to have resulted from a fight with a rabid skunk, although staff from DHHS have been unable to confirm this. Read on...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services Mobile Outreach team is joining local agencies for an event in Hoopa. Read on...

Environmental Health officials with the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS), Mendocino County Environmental Health (Mendocino EH), and North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board (NCRWQCB) are issuing a warning Read on...

Two dogs from the Hydesville area were attacked by foxes that subsequently tested positive for rabies. Both dogs have been placed under 30-day, strict isolation quarantines. Read on...

Teamwork is helping the job hunt for applicants throughout Humboldt County. Read on...

With tick season in full swing, the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services is reminding people to protect themselves and their animals against ticks. Read on...

With summer just around the corner, many Humboldt County residents are planning to travel outside of the country. Read on...

Humboldt County joins more than 2,000 U.S. communities this May in celebrating National Toddler Immunization Month. Read on...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) Employment Training Division invites job hunters to the 2016 Redwood Coast Career Fair. Read on...

A fox believed to have bitten a Fortuna teen and behaved aggressively at two locations has tested positive for rabies. The test was performed today at the Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) Public Health Laboratory in Eureka. Read on...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) and the Eureka Grocery Outlet are teaming up for Fruit and Veggie Fest 2016. Read on...

May is national Mental Health Month, and the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is inviting the community to participate. Read on...

Youth and mental health advocates are gathering on the red carpet and inviting the community to join in. Read on...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) Employment Training Division invites job hunters to the 2016 Redwood Coast Career Fair. Read on...

Since the beginning of the year, 23 formerly homeless families have moved into housing thanks to a CalWORKs grant announced late last year. Read on...

At its meeting April 19, the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors proclaimed April as Alcohol Awareness Month in Humboldt County. Read on...

Local residents who use illegal or “street” drugs may be at increased risk of overdose, according to the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). Read on...

In response to a chronic need for foster homes in Humboldt County, the Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is reaching out to the community and asking for some heroes to step up. Read on...

Only four days after opening to the public, the new medication disposal bin at the Cloney’s Pharmacy on Harrison Avenue, Eureka has filled five times over, collecting 77 pounds of medication. Read on...

As a result of collaboration between the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services Public Health, Humboldt Waste Management Authority, the Humboldt Allies for Substance Abuse Prevention (ASAP), Humboldt Independent Practice Association, Read on...

SACRAMENTO – California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Director and State Public Health Officer Dr. Karen Smith today announced that a water quality study being performed in Humboldt County may result in portions of Humboldt Bay turning red.

This spring the Job Market and College of the Redwoods will offer short-term trainings designed to help folks move into a new job quickly. Read on...

On March 28, Rochelle Trochtenberg will walk into her Sacramento office and get acquainted with her staff of 15 as she settles into her new role as California’s foster care ombudsperson. Read on...

The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors took time at its Tuesday meeting to honor social workers throughout the county for the work they do to enhance the well-being of individuals, families and the community. Read on...

Over the last decade or so, Humboldt County has become a hotbed for the manufacturing of garden and agricultural soil products. People in the business of producing compost, or creating soil products or fertilizers by mixing materials such as Read on...

The need for vaccinations does not end with early childhood. As kids approach their junior high years, so does the need for updated immunizations. Read on...

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, and the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) Family Violence Prevention Program is kicking off its “Check Yourself” campaign to educate the community. Read on...

The Humboldt County Dental Advisory Group invites residents to celebrate National Children’s Dental Health Month in February with free events and dental supplies. Read on...

As part of the process of reviewing its onsite wastewater (septic) permitting program, the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Environmental Health (DEH) released three draft documents for public review and comment. Read on...

Ever had a desire to switch careers but haven’t found the right opportunity? Do retraining opportunities that take two or more years require more time than you can afford? The Job Market can help. Read on...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Environmental Health (DEH), is announcing the opening of the wet weather test period for the evaluation of proposed individual on-site wastewater treatment systems (OWTS). Read on...

The California State Association of Counties (CSAC) has awarded Humboldt County Health & Human Services Director Phillip R. Crandall the prestigious Circle of Service Award. It was presented Thursday at the Professional Building in Eureka. Read on...

Being away from home can be at any time of year, especially difficult during the holiday season. If you have family or other opportunities waiting for you at home but do not have the means to get there, the Humboldt County DHHS may be able to help. Read on...

Still need a flu vaccine, but not looking forward to a shot in the arm? The Public Health Clinic is taking appointments for FluMist flu vaccine nasal spray. Read on...

With the start of the holiday season just around the corner, the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) Public Health is reminding people to keep food safety in mind. Read on...

New legislation taking effect Thursday will allow Humboldt County’s veterans to access all of their well-earned benefits simply by presenting a California driver’s license. Read on...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) has shingles vaccines available, and area seniors are encouraged to get immunized. Read on...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) has been awarded almost half a million dollars to open doors to housing for local homeless families. Read on...

Flu season has arrived and public health officials say now is a good time to get vaccinated. Read on...

Cooking demonstrations and a children’s seed packet giveaway and planting station are just a few of the activities for attendees to enjoy at this year’s “Nutrition in the Garden” fall harvest party. Read on...

Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is reminding people that swimmer’s itch is a common hazard during warmer months in some of the lakes and slow-moving rivers and streams in Humboldt County. Read on...

The Humboldt County Transition Age Youth Collaboration’s (HCTAYC) Youth Advisory Board will hold its third annual “Wellness Week.” Starting Monday, Sept. 14, local young people are invited to participate in a week of outer space-themed wellness events. Read on...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) and the Lafayette Elementary School Parent Teacher Association are looking for volunteer crossing guards to help students safely get to and from school. Read on...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is urging parents to make sure their children’s vaccinations are up-to-date before school starts in the fall. Read on...

In celebration of World Breastfeeding Week, the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS’s) Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program will host a Breastfeeding Fair on Friday, Aug. 7, from 1 to 4 p.m. Read on...

College-bound students, now is the time to make sure to get vaccinated before heading off to school. Read on...

Looking to enjoy some family-friendly, delicious fun? Join the Department of Health & Human Services for “Food, Fun and Family,” a six-class series designed to help families eat more healthy foods. Read on...

Just as the oil must be changed on a regular basis to protect a car's engine, septic tank systems also require regular maintenance to promote system longevity and to protect the environment. Read on...

As the weather gets warmer and summer starts, people spend more time outside gardening, hiking, biking and camping and the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is reminding people to Read on...

Environmental Health officials with the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) are issuing an early warning this year to recreational users of all bodies of fresh water to avoid contact with algae. Read on...

On Friday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) Public Health educators will be on hand to provide information about safe medication use at the ninth annual Disability and Senior Expo. Read on...

Whether rivers, lakes, the beach or pools, water recreation is a favorite summer pastime for many. The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) Public Health officials are reminding everyone it is important to Read on...

In May, Humboldt County will join more than 2,000 U.S. communities for National Toddler Immunization Month to celebrate vaccination’s critical role in protecting children and underscore the importance of Read on...

Starting May 8, community residents are invited to review and comment on the county’s Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) three-year plan. Read on...

Several local organizations are joining forces to sponsor a “Spring Seeds and Produce Giveaway” on Wednesday, May 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Read on...

“May is Mental Health Month” and the Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is inviting the community to participate in events throughout the month. Read on...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services’ (DHHS) Employment Training Division invites job seekers to the 2015 Redwood Coast Career Fair. DHHS, along with its Job Market partners and Read on...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) and the Grocery Outlet will be teaming up to brighten the grocery shopping experience on Friday, May 1 with Fruit and Veggie Fest. Read on...

A Humboldt County woman who died this week has tested positive for Influenza. A second woman, seriously ill, has also tested positive for the virus. Read on...

Gonorrhea is on the rise in Humboldt County and the Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is reminding people about the importance of getting tested. Read on...

As the weather warms up, the mosquito population increases. Starting April 15, the West Nile Virus (WNV) Surveillance Program hotline will be up and running and people can call in to report dead birds and tree squirrels. Read on...

Looking for a way to add fresh, healthy produce to your diet? With spring in the air, the Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is encouraging people to consider planting a garden. Read on...

Five local stores have removed products manufactured with organic garlic powder from their shelves, following a voluntary recall from Frontier Co-op due to concerns of potential Salmonella contamination. Read on...

County residents looking to have input into the Humboldt County Onsite Wastewater Treatment System Program are invited to attend a meeting in Scotia on the evening of April 1. Read on...

County residents looking to have input into the Humboldt County Onsite Wastewater Treatment System Program are invited to attend a meeting in Arcata on the evening of March 23. Read on...

Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP), a program of the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services, graduated 19 participants on Feb. 26. Read on...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services reminds parents that vaccination is not just for infants, but teenagers also need immunization. Read on...

The Department of Health & Human Services Foster Care program is experiencing an urgent need for emergency short-term foster homes in addition to an ongoing demand for long-term foster care families throughout Humboldt County. Read on...

Starting this month the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS), Mental Health staff has joined forces with officers from the Eureka Police Department (EPD) to coordinate in serving homeless people with severe mental illness. Read on...

In a continued effort to reduce cervical cancer in women, the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is promoting January’s nationwide designation as Cervical Health Awareness Month. Read on...

With the biennial Point-in-Time (PIT) count of homeless people coming up Jan. 28, the PIT committee is asking for assistance in recruiting volunteers and gathering donations. Read on...

Jan. 4 through 10 is Folic Acid Awareness Week and public health officials are encouraging all women of childbearing age to make sure they include enough folic acid in their diet. Read on...

The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS), Environmental Health Division, is announcing the opening of the wet weather test period for the evaluation of proposed individual on-site wastewater treatment systems (OWTS). Read on...

Following new reports from the CDC regarding the anticipated severity of this flu season, the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is reminding residents about the importance of getting vaccinated. Read on...

Seniors looking for access to services and resources can make one stop on Dec. 18, when the Department of Health & Human Services Mobile Outreach will host an event at the Arcata Community Center’s Senior Lunch Site from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Read on...

Saturday, Nov. 15 marks the start of open enrollment in Covered California insurance plans. Under the provisions of the Affordable Care Act, Read on...

Humboldt County will join the nation in celebrating Veterans Day on Tuesday, Nov. 11. It’s an important opportunity to thank local vets for their service to the country. Read on...

The Department of Health and Human Services will begin offering flu vaccines Tuesday, Oct.14, at its Public Health clinic at 529 I St. in Eureka. Read on...

The Humboldt Housing & Homeless Coalition (HHHC) is eligible for $731,963 in HUD funding in 2015 for programs providing services and housing to chronically homeless individuals. This year, in addition to renewal projects... Read on...

Pregnancy and birth are usually happy events for families. However, 10 to 25 percent of all pregnant women and new mothers are affected by Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, (PMAD.) Several local agencies and organizations are joining forces to... Read on...

Starting Oct. 1, homeless people in Humboldt County can make a single phone call to be connected with a range of critical services by dialing 2-1-1. Read on...

Officials from the Humboldt County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) are lifting the health advisory for Kimtu Beach Park on the Trinity River after new results came in Friday, showing that toxins associated with blue-green algae are Read on...

With the continuing warmer temperatures, Humboldt County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is reminding people that swimmer’s itch is a common hazard during the warm summer months in some of the lakes, and slow-moving rivers and streams Read on...

Several local agencies and organizations are joining forces to sponsor a “Nutrition in the Garden” party on Wednesday, Sept. 10 from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Read on...

Starting Monday, Sept. 15, local young people will be celebrating healthy living in a weeklong wellness event. The Humboldt County Transition-Age Youth Collaboration’s (HCTAYC) Youth Advisory Board will kick off its second annual “Wellness Week,” Read on...

With the new school year starting, the Humboldt County Department of Health and Human Services is urging parents to make sure their children’s vaccinations are up to date. Read on...

Officials from the Humboldt County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) report that toxins associated with blue-green algae have been detected in the Trinity River. Health advisory signs are being posted, and confirmation testing is currently... Read on...

With classes at many colleges starting this month, college-bound students should add something very important to their “to-do” list before school: Go get recommended vaccines. Read on...

City of Eureka and Humboldt County leaders met with representatives of the Humboldt Housing and Homeless Coalition (HHHC) on July 17 to hear about Eureka’s draft “Homelessness Policy Paper,” prepared as part of the city’s General Plan Update process. Read on...

A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report (CDC) shows that many teenagers continue to go without vaccination for human papillomavirus (HPV), a common sexually transmitted disease that can also lead to cancer. Read on...

West Nile virus (WNV) has been confirmed in a raven submitted for testing from Humboldt County. This is the first WNV-positive bird reported in Humboldt County this year. A positive bird was confirmed in July 2013. Read on...

Humboldt County’s participation in the CalFresh program has increased by a record 83 percent in the last six years. Read on...

The Department of Health and Human Services’ Transition Age Youth (TAY) Division has received $30,926 in funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Read on...

Officials with the Humboldt County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) are warning recreational users of all fresh water bodies to avoid contact with algae this summer and early fall. Read on...

A screening of the documentary “A New State of Mind: Ending the Stigma of Mental Illness” will take place on Thursday, July 24, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Winema Theater in Scotia. Read on...

Humboldt County seniors who want the shingles vaccine may be eligible for a reduced immunization fee through the Merck Vaccine Patient Assistance Program. Read on...

Summertime finds tourists and locals alike at North Coast rivers and lakes, the ocean and swimming pools. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Public Health officials remind everyone it is important to put safety first Read on...

Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Mental Health staff will soon be partnering with Eureka police officers as part of a new community outreach team to better serve severely mentally ill people who come to the attention of law enforcement. Read on...

Your vote can help the Humboldt County Transition Age Youth Collaboration (HCTAYC) win national recognition. Read on...

With summer just around the corner, families will be spending more time outdoors participating in activities such as hiking, biking, camping and gardening. Read on...

The Women, Infants and Children program (WIC) has been helping low-income pregnant women, new mothers and young children across the country to eat well, learn about nutrition and stay healthy for the past 40 years. Read on...

Consuming enough water each day is important for a person’s health. To meet their fluid needs, most Americans will turn on the faucet and tap into the public water system or grab some bottled water off the shelf. Read on...

Foster parents throughout Humboldt County were honored today by the Board of Supervisors for their dedication to helping local children and youth. Read on...

Risk of exposure to others believed to be minimal. Officials from the Department of Health and Human Services announced today that a man admitted to a local hospital earlier this week has tested positive for measles. Read on...

A peer support specialist with the Department of Health and Human Services’ (DHHS) Transition Age Youth Division was honored May 6 in Washington, D.C., by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Read on...

The Humboldt-Del Norte Veterinary Medical Association is sponsoring low-cost canine rabies vaccination clinics throughout the county in May and June. Read on...

Food, fitness and fun are planned for the California Department of Public Health’s Nutrition Education and Obesity Prevention program’s Fruit and Veggie Fest to take place Friday, May 9, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Grocery Outlet, 625 Commercial St. Read on...

Eight Humboldt County homeless assistance programs have received federal funding totaling more than $647,000 to help keep people off the streets. Read on...

Humboldt County’s Child Abuse Services Team (CAST), which works to protect young victims of abuse, will hold an open house on Tuesday, April 29, at its Eureka office. Read on...

Bicycle and pedestrian safety education is the focus of a $120,000 grant the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) Public Health branch recently received from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS). Read more about the 2021 safety grant