Dear Neighbors,
Announcing the 2024 Viral Video Contest winners! Local students created engaging social media videos about preventing the spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Thank you to all students who participated in this important conversation about sexual health.
Nearly half of all new sexually transmitted infections in the United States occur among people ages 15 to 24, making this age group critical to reach.
A diverse panel of judges reviewed submissions from 104 students. Cash prizes were awarded to the first, second, and third-place winners: $1,500, $1,000, or $500 for the top three winning teams, plus $500 for each winning team’s school.
 With measles on the rise nationally, we urge everyone to be up to date on measles vaccinations and to watch for symptoms after travel or exposure. The best protection against measles is two doses of the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, which protects you for life. If you know anyone travelling in the upcoming months, tell them to visit sccphd.org/measles.
Aedes aegypti mosquitoes have been found in East San Jose. This mosquito is of concern because it has the potential to spread diseases, like Zika, dengue, and yellow fever.
To protect yourself and others, drain, remove, or turn over anything that can hold water. These mosquitoes can breed in a capful of water.
Residents experiencing mosquito bites during the day should report them to the Vector Control District at (408) 918-4770 or vectorinfo@cep.sccgov.org.
 For years, the tobacco industry has marketed menthol products to Black communities. It's time the White House takes action and allows the FDA to ban menthol in cigarettes and flavored cigars, nationwide. The South Bay needs federal action now. Read more about what South Bay leaders like Public Health Deputy Director Rhonda McClinton-Brown and President San Jose/Silicon Valley NAACP Rev. Jethroe Moore II, are asking of the federal government. Read the op-ed they penned for The Mercury News.
 Join the Gilroy Moves Safely campaign. Walk, bike, or take transit every day to places during April and May. Learn safety tips at sccphd.org/GilroyMoves.
Dental screenings are required for children starting school in kindergarten or first grade. If you know someone who could use a free oral health screening, invite them to attend the Happy Teeth Event or visit sccphd.org/OralHealth.
Happy Teeth Event
Santa Clara County Fairgrounds
Fiesta building - free parking
May 9, 2024
11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Free dental screenings and fluoride varnish treatments for dental screenings. For kids ages 0 to 18, as well as all foster youth ages 0 to 26, and pregnant persons
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Free oral health education
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Free oral health products
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30 vendor booths
Episode 1: Introduction to the Public Health Lab
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