NUEVO: California acaba de obtener una Declaración Presidencial de Emergencia para el incidente con materiales peligrosos en Garden Grove. Trabajando en colaboración con los equipos de respuesta locales, el estado ha actuado con determinación para proteger a los residentes de la zona afectada.

NEW: California just secured a Presidential Emergency Declaration for the Garden Grove hazmat incident. Working closely with local responders, the state has moved aggressively to protect residents in the impacted area.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, find out how play can be a powerful & simple way to support a child’s mental well-being. Learn more about simple ways to make play easy and meaningful at go.cdph.ca.gov/childmentalhealth

📢 Exposure to MMA in Orange County right now is low if you evacuate. Leave the zone now to stay safe. Stay out of the area until given the all-clear. https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA/Pages/CAHAN/Information-On-Methyl-Methacrylate.aspx #GardenGrove #Evacuate #OrangeCounty #WeArePublicHealth

Orange County has issued mandatory evacuation orders due to potential release of MMA. Air monitors show no contaminants, but danger can rise fast. Evacuate if you’re in the zone until given the all-clear. https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA/Pages/CAHAN/Information-On-Methyl-Methacrylate.aspx

📢 Evacuation orders protect you from possible MMA exposure. Keep yourself and your loved ones safe by leaving the area now. Wait for the all-clear from your local authorities. https://ggcity.org/emergency #GardenGrove #OrangeCounty #PublicHealth

🏠 ORANGE COUNTY EVACUATION CENTERS Residents impacted by the chemical incident in Garden Grove can access emergency shelters across Orange County. 📞 Shelter Status Hotline: (714) 628-7085 Live operators are standing by with the latest shelter availability and updates.

🍔Happy Memorial Day weekend! Keep friends and family safe with these food safety tips: - Keep uncooked meat and ready-to-eat foods separate - Grill meat to safe temperatures - Chill perishable foods ASAP Learn more: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/FoodborneDiseasesandOutbreaks.aspx

Planning on enjoying water activities this Memorial Day weekend? Take these steps to prevent drowning: ​ - Always supervise children around pools & near water - Have children wear a properly fitting life jacket for their size & weight. Learn more https://www.cdc.gov/drowning/prevention/index.html

😎 Look cool while protecting your eyes from damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays! Sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays offer the best protection. Most sunglasses sold in the United States meet this standard. Learn more about summer eye safety at: https://www.cdc.gov/skin-cancer/sun-safety/

📣Short‑term exposure to methyl methacrylate (MMA) can occur mainly by breathing in vapors near a spill or release. Skin contact is also possible. Pregnant people should take extra care to avoid MMA, as it may affect a developing fetus. Learn more: bit.ly/GardenGroveA... 1/6

📢 Health Advisory: Hazardous Materials Incident in Garden Grove A release of Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) has prompted mandatory evacuation orders in a defined area of Garden Grove. Please follow all instructions from local authorities to stay safe. bit.ly/GardenGroveA... 1/5

Proclamó el estado de emergencia en el condado de Orange mientras California continúa respondiendo al incidente de productos químicos peligrosos en Garden Grove.

If you're in the area impacted by this incident in Garden Grove, follow local evacuation orders and guidance from local emergency officials. Get the latest information ➡️ ggcity.org/emergency

I’m proclaiming a state of emergency in Orange County as California continues to respond to the hazardous chemical incident in Garden Grove.

Alcohol and swimming don’t mix! Alcohol use is involved in nearly one-in-four emergency department visits for drowning. Don’t drink alcohol when swimming or supervising swimming. It can slow reaction time and every second counts. Learn more:  https://www.cdc.gov/drowning/prevention/index.html

CDPH strongly urges Californians not to pick or eat wild mushrooms during this time of heightened risk. As of May 22, 2026, 50 cases of mushroom-related poisonings have been reported since November 2025, including severe illnesses and four deaths. Learn more www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA.... 1/5

CDPH is investigating an E. coli outbreak linked to beef kofta (seasoned ground beef kebabs) served at The Kebab Shop locations across California. 🔗 Read the full news release here: www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA... [1/4]

People of all skin tones can reduce their risk of sun damage & skin cancer: - Stay in the shade - Wear wide-brimmed hats, sunglasses and clothes that cover your skin - Apply broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 15 📲 https://www.cdc.gov/skin-cancer/sun-safety/ #MemorialDay #SunSafety

The CARE Act is helping Californians with severe mental illnesses move out of crisis & toward stability. CalHHS Secretary Kim Johnson highlights this call to action for counties & system partners: continue coordinating and sharing what’s working. www.sacbee.com/opinion/op-ed/article315749440.html

Check your pets for ticks after they spend time outdoors. Pets can carry ticks into your home, and certain ticks in California can transmit Lyme disease when they bite. Lyme disease can be serious and can make both people & pets sick. Learn more: https://go.cdph.ca.gov/LymeDisease

Evite recolectar y comer hongos silvestres en este momento. Los hongos silvestres venenosos pueden parecerse y saber como hongos comestibles seguros, pero pueden ser mortales. Si hubo exposición, llame a Control de Envenenamientos: 1-800-222-1222. go.cdph.ca.gov/HongosVenenosos

Avoid picking and eating wild mushrooms at this time. Poisonous wild mushrooms can look and taste like safe-to-eat mushrooms but can be deadly. If exposed, call Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222. go.cdph.ca.gov/PoisonMushrooms

Never leave infants, children or pets in an unattended parked car. Temperatures inside a car can rise quickly. Always make sure everyone is out of the car before locking the door & walking away. https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/EPO/Pages/Extreme%20Heat%20Pages/Children-and-Heat-Related-Illness.aspx

Young parents show incredible strength every day. With the right support and encouragement, they and their families can thrive and reach their full potential.  Learn more:  https://go.cdph.ca.gov/youth-and-young-adults  #NationalAdolescentHealthMonth #OneSmallThing 

Not feeling like yourself since becoming pregnant or giving birth? You’re not alone! Support and treatment are available. Talk to your health care provider about a mental health screening. 📲 Learn more: go.cdph.ca.gov/MaternalMentalHealth #MaternalMentalHealthMonth

Wildfire safety, emergency alerts, and air quality updates are essential to staying protected during California wildfire season. Stay informed with CalAlerts for real‑time emergency notifications and AirNow for accurate air quality information.📳 wildfires.cdph.ca.gov.

💚 Mental health challenges are common. CDPH works with our partners to strengthen community resilience, fortify families and social networks, and reduce mental health stigma. Resources: https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/988 #MHAM #GoldenStateOfMind

Stay well on your way! Stay up to date on the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine and other recommended vaccines to get the best protection against disease and severe illness while traveling internationally. Talk to a health care provider and learn more: cdc.gov/measles/plan-for-travel.html

This Healthy and Safe Swimming Week, keep water safety top of mind. Prevent drowning by always keeping new or inexperienced swimmers and young children within arm’s reach when swimming or around water. Learn about swim safety: go.cdph.ca.gov/DrowningPrevention #SwimSafety

Most hantaviruses spread by infected rodents. The hantavirus in the news is Andes hantavirus Caused the cruise ship outbreak, not found in California, spreads from sick people in close contact & rodents in SouthAmerica https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/pages/hantaviruspulmonarysyndrome.aspx#

CDPH is closely following the Andes hantavirus situation following an outbreak on a cruise ship. Returning Californians are not known to be infected & are being closely monitored by CDPH, CDC & local public health agencies. Learn more: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA/Pages/NR26-019.aspx

Andes hantavirus risk to people in California is extremely low. Why? It’s native to South America. Rodents in the U.S. don’t carry it. The recent cruise ship outbreak is rare. The Andes hantavirus doesn’t spread easily from person to person. Learn more: go.cdph.ca.gov/hantavirus 1/2

Ticks that spread Lyme disease are found in CA, the Midwest & along the East Coast. Be prepare​​d for ticks outdoors in these areas – apply repellent from the waist down, and check for ticks after spending time in grassy areas or sitting on rocks/logs. Learn more: https://go.cdph.ca.gov/LymeDisease

A pilot study of Stockton, CA children found naphthalene metabolite levels were 3x higher than the general US population. Other studies suggest naphthalene exposures may be rising More research is needed to identify key exposure sources & prevent them 📲 https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2026.1789602

💚 Social and cultural connection strengthen mental health. This Mental Health Awareness Month, take a moment to check in with someone: “Hey, I’ve been thinking about you - how are you doing?” No one should feel alone. Resources: https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/988

This Mental Health Awareness Month, learn how to make a child feel safe by being a supportive listener. Your response matters when a child opens up with a mental health concern. Building trust & opening conversation leads to stronger systems of support 📲 Learn more: go.cdph.ca.gov/childmentalhealth

The CDC has notified CDPH of a fifth California resident who may have been exposed to Andes hantavirus linked to the MV Hondius outbreak. Risk to the public remains low. Learn more: www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA... [1/6]

Dr. Erica Pan breaks down the facts on Andes hantavirus: ✔️ this is not the next pandemic. ✔️ spread is rare. ✔️ the 4 exposed Californians are being monitored. ✔️ risk remains very low. New or changing info will be updated as available. cdph.ca.gov.

New WIC foods are here! WIC has added more choices to help you shop for the foods your family knows and loves. Enjoy new whole grains, more yogurt flavors, fresh herbs, canned fish and more. See your new choices at MyFamily.WIC.ca.gov #NewWICFoods #WIC #CaliforniaWIC

Traveling internationally? Make sure you and your family are fully immunized before your international trip. Stay up to date on the MMR vaccine. Speak to your health care provider and find more vaccination information at: cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Immunization/family.aspx

During a stroke, every minute counts. Fast treatment can lessen the brain damage that strokes can cause. By knowing the signs of stroke, you can act F.A.S.T. Learn more: https://cdc.gov/stroke/signs-symptoms/?CDC_AAref_Val=https://www.cdc.gov/stroke/signs_symptoms.htm #StrokeAwarenessMonth

Keep kids safe in the water! Drowning can happen in just 20–60 seconds. Always assign a sober, distraction‑free “Water Watcher”. Water Watcher rules: - No alcohol - No phones - No reading - No drugs Visit: www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCD... #DrowningPrevention

🧵 THREAD: CDPH Director and State Public Health Officer Dr. @ericapan.bsky.social held a media briefing today on Andes hantavirus. Here's what you need to know. For more info, visit www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID... (1/8)

CDPH is working with federal and local partners after four CA residents were exposed to Andes hantavirus linked to the MV Hondius. Three were on the vessel; a fourth was exposed to an ill cruise passenger on an international flight. Learn more www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA.... 1/5

It’s Asthma Awareness Month! 1 in 7 people in California have asthma. Knowing what makes your asthma worse & creating a plan to manage asthma can help you stay healthy & enjoy the activities you love. Learn more: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/DEODC/EHIB/CPE/Pages/Asthma.aspx

We honor all the incredible moms, grandmothers, single dads, and caregivers who step into mothering roles with heart and dedication. Your love helps build a healthier California for everyone. Wishing you a meaningful and uplifting Mother’s Day from all of us at CDPH.

Don’t let the sunshine turn you into a hot cat-tastrophe ☀️🐱 As temperatures get warmer stay paws-tively protected by: - Staying hydrated - Applying sunscreen - Staying in the shade Stay cool, stay safe and avoid becoming a hot cat-tato Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/skin-cancer/sun-safety/

CDPH is closely coordinating with federal and local health partners following notification that two CA residents were aboard the MV Hondius, a cruise ship that experienced an outbreak of Andes hantavirus. Learn more: www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA... [1/7]

DYK? Cavities can increase the risk of other health problems. Fluoride at safe levels in our tap water help prevent cavities and keep our teeth strong.​ Learn more at:  https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/DCDIC/CDCB/Pages/OralHealthProgram/Fluoridation.aspx