Dear Neighbors,
Tuberculosis is increasing in Santa Clara County. New data show a 19 percent increase in new diagnoses in the county in 2023, compared to the previous year. The Public Health Department is urging people at increased risk to seek TB testing and treatment. A simple skin test or blood test can identify someone with a TB infection.
- Born in, or lived in, a country where TB is common
- Lived with, or spent time with, someone who has had TB
- Has any of the following health conditions: diabetes, kidney failure, cancer, or HIV
- Takes medications that suppress your immune system, such as steroids; treatment after organ transplantation; treatment for cancer; or immunosuppressive medicines for arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, or other autoimmune diseases
If you know someone with these risk factors, tell them to talk to their doctor about testing and treatment. For information about TB prevention and treatment, and to find a list of TB testing sites in Santa Clara County, visit sccphd.org/TBinfo.
 Celebrate Black Family Day with Public Health on February 24.This family friendly event has activities and resources for all ages. To learn more, visit blackfamilydaysv.com.
 Families can receive free services and resources through Maternal, Child, and Family Health programs. Last year, Public Health nurses visited 2,341 new moms to support them in raising healthy babies and children. If you know an expectant parent who could benefit, tell them to visit childhealthscc.com.
 Know a college student or recent grad looking to start a career in Public Health? Public Health is hosting a Student Meet and Greet. We will cover Public Health operations, upcoming paid summer internships and volunteer opportunities, and a space for networking with Public Health leaders. Register at linkedin.com/events/studentmeetandgreet7155260513873010688/.
 Do you know someone who does not have health insurance? Even if they have been denied full Medi-Cal recently, new rules mean they might qualify for coverage. They could be eligible regardless of their immigration status. Applying will not affect immigration status. Learn more at dhcs.ca.gov/Get-Medi-Cal/Pages/default.aspx.
Don’t want to miss out on anything? Stay in the loop by updating your subscriptions to include newly launched newsletters, such as the Perinatal Health Initiative.
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