Se ha confirmado el primer animal con rabia del año en el condado de Jefferson. Un zorrillo encontrado en el vecindario Oak Crest en Arvada dio positivo en rabia. Aprenda cómo protegerse a usted y a sus mascotas: www.jeffco.us/rabies
The first rabid animal of the year has been confirmed in Jefferson County. A skunk found in the Oak Crest neighborhood in Arvada tested positive for rabies. Learn how to protect yourself and your pets: www.jeffco.us/rabies
Esta semana, funcionarios federales de salud anunciaron cambios importantes en las recomendaciones de inmunización infantil. El director médico de Jefferson County Public Health emitió este comunicado en respuesta. Lea el comunicado completo sobre el calendario de vacunación infantil: bit.ly/4juYOSv
Federal health officials announced major changes to the childhood immunization recommendations. Jefferson County Public Health Chief Medical Officer Dr. Robert Belknap issued this statement in response to these changes. Read our full statement on the childhood immunization schedule: bit.ly/4juYOSv
Power restoration efforts are underway. After extended outages, some food and refrigerated meds may not be safe. Don’t taste food. Toss spoiled items, bag trash tightly, call a pharmacist about meds and unplug electronics as power returns. www.jeffco.us/power-outage-info
Se restaura la electricidad. Tras cortes prolongados, algunos alimentos y medicamentos refrigerados pueden no ser seguros. Deseche alimentos en mal estado, consulte sobre medicamentos y desconecte aparatos electrónicos.
Más información: www.jeffco.us/power-outage-info
Miles en el condado de Jefferson siguen sin electricidad por el corte de Xcel Energy. Tras 4 horas sin luz, algunos alimentos y medicamentos refrigerados pueden no ser seguros: www.jeffco.us/m/newsflash/...
Thousands of Jefferson County residents remain without power due to Xcel Energy’s Public Safety Power Shutoff. If your power has been out for more than 4 hours, some refrigerated foods and medications may no longer be safe: www.jeffco.us/m/newsflash/...
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(3/4) Partes del Condado de Jefferson se encuentran sin electricidad debido al Corte de Energía por Seguridad Pública (PSPS) de Xcel Energy. Después de 4 horas sin energía, desecha los alimentos perecederos. Cuando tengas dudas, deséchalos.
Más información en: www.ready.gov/power-outages
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(1/4) Parts of Jefferson County are without power due to Xcel Energy’s Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS). After 4 hours without power, discard perishable foods. When in doubt, throw it out. Learn more: www.ready.gov/power-outages
Charging centers are OPEN in Jefferson County for anyone who may need to power their devices, including medical equipment.
📍 Locations & details:
• Arvada City Hall (medical equipment only)
• Lake Arbor Police Station (medical equipment only)
• Belmar Library
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With a strong wind event and a Public Safety Power Shutoff underway in parts of Jefferson County, staying informed matters. Lookout Alert sends clear, timely emergency updates by text, email, or call—so you know what’s happening and what to do. ▶️Sign up: www.jeffco.us/473/Emergenc...
Strong winds may trigger a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) Wed, Dec 17, at 10 a.m. Outages may last hours or days. If you use medical equipment, plan now. www.ready.gov/power-outages
Sent in by members of our JCPH team, these videos remind us of something simple. We all overthink what to say sometimes, but you don’t need perfect words to show you care.
Show up tired, quiet or unsure — it still matters. Being there means more than being perfect. #PublicHealth
Trust falls? Risky. Trusted vaccine info? That’s us. We are here with guidance and information so you can make informed choices for your family’s health. www.jeffco.us/public-health
Removing proven protection from newborns is not a small decision. It has real consequences — and some will be deadly.
The evidence has not changed. The need for the Hepatitis B birth dose has not changed.
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Remember when making friends didn’t feel so complicated? No overthinking, no pressure — just showing up. What if we tried that again? Reach out today. Small moments of care can make a big difference. 💛 #PresentNotPerfect #MentalHealth
El cierre federal ha finalizado y los beneficios completos de SNAP para noviembre ya están en camino. Colorado está trabajando para entregar el 100% de los pagos lo más rápido posible. Los participantes de SNAP deberían ver los beneficios cargados en sus tarjetas EBT tan pronto como el jueves.
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The federal shutdown has ended, and full November SNAP benefits are now on the way. Colorado is working to deliver 100% of payments as quickly as possible. SNAP participants should see benefits loaded onto EBT cards starting as soon as Thursday.
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Hay mucha información en las noticias sobre los beneficios de SNAP. El condado de Jefferson está monitoreando activamente todos los acontecimientos. Para obtener la información más precisa y actualizada, visite www.jeffco.us/ResilientJeffco
There’s a lot of information in the news around SNAP benefits. Jefferson County is actively monitoring all developments. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, visit www.jeffco.us/ResilientJeffco
Following another pause in SNAP benefits, Jefferson County issued a Diaster Declaration yesterday.
Nobody should go hungry or bear the mental stress of not knowing where their next meal will come from.
To learn more about resources or how you can help, visit www.jeffco.us/3799/Resilie...
You’ve got seven days...plenty of time to grab free condoms!⌛🎃 They’re one of the best ways to prevent syphilis and other STIs. Keep one on hand—and use it every time. Find free condom locations near you: www.jeffco.us/2121/Sexually-Transmitted-Infections
Foodborne illness doesn’t always strike fast. It can take hours—or days—to show up. So before you blame that restaurant, remember: germs can hide in your kitchen, on pets and beyond the plate. Know where risks hide. Learn more: www.jeffco.us/FoodSafety #FineArtOfFoodSafety
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