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Alameda County Department of Environmental Health operates various programs to protect the public. Some timely news items follow:
- Trans Fat Ban For Retail Food Facilities (1/13/10)
Starting January 1, 2010 there are significant limitations to using trans fats in retail food facilities. By January 1, 2011 trans fats will be completely banned.
Learn more... (PDF - 59 kb) *
- Annual Mussel Quarantine Status (10/29/09)
The Annual Mussel Quarantine will be lifted at midnight, October 31, for all coastal counties except Del Norte, Humboldt, and San Luis Obispo counties. These three counties continue to experience persistent, elevated toxin levels.
Learn more... (PDF - 229 kb) *
- SB 241 Changes To California Retail Food Code (10/19/09)
On October 11, 2009 the Governor signed SB 241 which corrected a number of errors in the law governing retail food in California. This law was passed as "urgency legislation" so it became law upon signing. Some of the most significant changes are to construction requirements for mobile food facilities.
1/1/2009 vs. 10/11/2009 Law Text (PDF - 200 kb) *
Learn more... (PDF - 170 kb) *
- H1N1 (Swine) Flu (8/28/09)
Dr. Mark Horton, Director of the California Department of Public Health, has written an open letter to Californians regarding the upcoming flu season. The state's website is an important resource for information.
Learn more...
Although H1N1 cases continue to be mild in Alameda County, we advise residents to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to reduce the risk of getting H1N1 or other influenza. Learn more...
- Health Safety Notices
California Department of Public Health provides information on potentially tainted foods and other issues relating to the public's well-being. Learn more...
- Advisories / Current Topics / Employment Archive
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Careers In Environmental Health
Working in the Environmental Health field can be a rewarding occupation, enabling one to positively impact the environment and protect the public's health. Learn more...
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