COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) officials announced that two cases of influenza have been confirmed in Coconino County. Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) officials announced that two cases of influenza have been confirmed…
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Flagstaff: Free backpacks with back-to-school shots and sports physicals on Sept. 8. See related back-to-school news here
The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) Clinic is providing free backpacks to students that come in for back-to-school immunizations or sports physicals while supplies last. Appointments are available at the CCPHSD Clinic, 2625 N. King Street, Flagstaff Monday…
Free backpacks with back-to-school shots and sports physicals
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) Clinic is providing free backpacks to students that come in for back-to-school immunizations or sports physicals while supplies last. Appointments are available at the CCPHSD Clinic, 2625 N. King Street, Flagstaff…
Public Health Officials identify precautions to protect against rabies
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) officials are reminding individuals to take precautions to protect against rabies. Spring brings warmer weather and a rise in outdoor recreational activity, increasing the potential of exposure to wildlife. CCPSHD…
Feb. 7 — Free flu shots offered in Page
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is offering free flu shots at the CCPHSD Northern Region office, 467 Vista Avenue, Page, Arizona on Wednesday, February 7 from 10 AM – 1 PM. No appointment is needed. Influenza…
Free flu shots offered at CCPHSD Clinic
The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is offering free seasonal flu shots (while supplies last) at the CCPHSD Clinic in Flagstaff. To schedule an appointment, call the Clinic at 928-679-7222 or toll-free at 1-877-679-7272. Influenza (flu) activity continues…
Hantavirus confirmed in recent traveler to northern Arizona. See more county news here
Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) officials have announced a confirmed case of Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) in a recent traveler to the County from outside Arizona. The individual traveled to multiple areas in northern Arizona and it is…
Sept. 23 — Coconino County Offers Low-cost Rabies Vaccination Clinic
COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is sponsoring a low-cost Rabies Vaccination Clinic from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 23 at the Coconino Humane Association, 3501 E. Butler Ave. Rabies vaccinations will be…
Fleas test positive for plague in Coconino County
Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) officials confirmed that fleas collected in the Red Lake area, approximately five miles northeast of Williams, tested positive for plague (Yersinia pestis). The tests were conducted by the Center for Pathogen and Microbiome…
July 29 — Flagstaff Back to School and Community Health Fair
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Public Health Services District is holding a Back to School and Community Health Fair on Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, July 29. The event will be held at the Health and…
New Food Service and Restaurant Inspection Website provides inspection information
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) has introduced a new Food Service and Restaurant Inspection Website. This website is designed to provide the public with information on food establishment and restaurant inspections conducted by the CCPHSD…
Increase in pertussis (whooping cough) reported in Coconino County
COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) has confirmed an increase in pertussis (whooping cough) illness in Coconino County. CCPHSD is reminding individuals of the importance of vaccinations for both children and adults. Early symptoms of…
Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) will observe National Infant Immunization Week April 22-29
The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) will observe National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW), an annual observance to highlight the importance of protecting infants from vaccine-preventable diseases during the week of April 22-29. During NIIW, administrative fees will be…
Food safety is key to successful holiday meals
The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is stressing the importance of making food safely this holiday season. To avoid the risk of foodborne illnesses, CCPHSD and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) encourage consumers to take appropriate precautions…
Coconino County Health District warns against mosquito-borne illnesses
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is reminding residents and visitors to Northern Arizona to take precautions to protect themselves from mosquito-borne illnesses. The abundance of rain during monsoon season has increased mosquito activity. The CCPHSD Environmental…
Coconino County Public Health Officials urge caution due to increase in Cryptosporidium
The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is advising the public to take precautions due to an increase in Cryptosporidium (Crypto) in Coconino County. Cryptosporidiosis, a diarrheal illness caused by a parasite Cryptosporidium. Cryptosporidium can be caused by germs…
Governor and County work to promote child safety
Office of Highway Safety partners with Public Health Services District Injury Prevention Program on child passenger safety FLAGSTAFF – Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) Injury Prevention Program has enjoyed a successful partnership with the Arizona Governor’s Office of…
Bilingual report: Tell us about your child’s health
Dear Parent/Guardian, The Arizona Department of Health Services has asked the Coconino County Public Health Services District for assistance in learning more about our children’s health. Children are our greatest resource and we care very much about their having access…
Guest commentary: Community health workers pave the way for increased care coordination
— Shawn Thomas / Coconino County Public Health Services District Policy Analyst Betsy, an elderly woman whose only spoken language is Navajo, had test results that were indicative of some serious health issues which could lead to diabetes-induced blindness and kidney failure.…
Flu Season has arrived in Coconino County
Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) officials have announced that several cases of influenza have recently been confirmed in the county. All are recovering. This marks the beginning of the 2015-16 flu season in Coconino County. Coconino County Public Health…
Guest commentary: Powdered alcohol
By Candice Koenker / Coconino County Public Health Services District, Tobacco and Chronic Disease Prevention program manager Palcohol is a powder that creates an alcoholic drink when mixed with water or other liquid. Recently the United States Alcohol and Tobacco…
Health: Phone down, buckle up
By Shawn Thomas / Coconino County Public Health Services District Policy Analyst Have you ever run late for work? Perhaps to make up time, you began eating your bagel, applied last minute touches to your hair or makeup, fiddled with your…
December cover story: Caregivers, children get an early start in education
Variety of programs available in Northern Arizona to help youth succeed in school, life By Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ At first glance it seemed a bit out of place — a group of caregivers, parents and grandparents gaining parenting…
March cover story / Portada: Health-care enrollment deadline nears
March 31 is the deadline for signing up under the Affordable Care Act By Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ The days are counting down until the end of the open enrollment period on March 31 for the Health Insurance Marketplace…
Health / Salud: Food safety during the holiday season
Editor’s note: The following commentary is provided by the Coconino County Public Health Services District. By Marlene Gaither / Coconino County Public Health Services District Environmental Health Program Manager Turkey, mashed potatoes and pumpkin pie are part of many holiday celebrations,…