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Frozen Pizza Recall
Posted on May 6, 2013 — Nestlé Pizza Company is recalling an undetermined amount of frozen pizzas that may be contaminated with foreign materials and are the subject of a recall administered by the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The problem was discovered after Nestlé Pizza Company received consumer complaints that small fragments of plastic were found in the California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) Crispy Thin Crust White Pizza. The problem was related to the lot of spinach used in the production of three additional...Nationwide Tuberculosis (TB) Testing Shortage
Posted on Apr 3, 2013 — Due to a nationwide shortage of Tubersol®, used in the testing for Tuberculosis (TB), Yavapai County Community Health Services will temporarily be suspending routine TB testing including TB testing for work clearance. QuantiFERON® TB tests, which include a blood draw, are still available but may be costs prohibitive. A media release will be distributed once the Tubersol® supplies are once again made available. For further information, contact the Yavapai County TB Control Program at (928) 771-3134 Click Here for a letter to your... Read More...Food Recalls – Mini Quesadilla, Pizza, Cheese Steak and Other Snack Products Due To Possible E. Coli Contamination
Posted on Apr 1, 2013 — Rich Products Corporation, is recalling approximately 196,222 pounds of frozen chicken quesadilla and various other heat treated, not fully cooked frozen mini meals and snack items because they may be contaminated with E. coli, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The following products are subject to FSIS recall: 7.2-oz. cartons of Farm Rich mini pizza slices with cheese pepperoni and sauce in pizza dough, UPC code 041322376909 with a best by date of May 15 or May 16,... Read More...FREE Healthy Arizona Worksites Program (HAWP) Training
Posted on Mar 27, 2013 — The Arizona Small Business Association (ASBA) will offer Verde Valley employers the new Healthy Arizona Worksites Program (HAWP) training, free of charge. The HAWP training is split into two sessions: one half-day session, and (six weeks later) one full-day session. The first session is scheduled for: Tues. April 9th 1-5pm, Modules 1-3 Public Safety Building, Room A 199 S. 6th St. Cottonwood, AZ 86326 The program is designed for “small businesses,” and can benefit employers of a couple of employees on up to 2000 plus. Ideally,... Read More...Voluntary Recall of Select 5-Ounce Chunk White Albacore & Tuna
Posted on Mar 11, 2013 — Tri-Union Seafoods LLC and Bumble Bee Foods is issuing a voluntary recall on select 5-ounce cans of Chunk White Albacore and Chunk Light Tuna products. The recall has been issued because the products do not meet their standards for seal tightness. Loose seals or seams could result in product contamination and spoilage which may lead to illness if consumed. There have been no reports to date of any illness associated with these products. These products were distributed for retail sale nationwide between January 17, 2013 and March 6, 2013. If... Read More...COTTONWOOD Teens are Kicking Butts on March 20
Posted on Mar 11, 2013 — Students to hold anti-tobacco demonstration to mark national Kick Butts Day Middle school students from the Cottonwood Middle School Anti-Tobacco Youth Coalition will join students from coalitions across the United States on March 20, 2013 to celebrate the annual Kick Butts Day, a national day of activism that empowers youth to stand out, speak up and raise awareness of the problems associated with tobacco use. The students will hold information and community support events at their local city government offices and other high-traffic public... Read More...2012 Golden Plate Awards Presented at Board of Supervisors
Posted on Mar 1, 2013 — The eighth annual Golden Plate awards will be presented by Yavapai County Community Health Services, The Food Safety Industry Council, and the University of Arizona, at upcoming Board of Supervisors meetings. The Golden Plate awards are given to eligible food establishments who have a certified food manager, no critical violations during the previous 12 months and an approved food safety plan. The Prescott area awards will be presented at the Yavapai County Administration building at 1015 Fair St, Prescott AZ on Monday, March 4th at 9:00... Read More...2013 Yavapai County Community Health Assessment
Posted on Jan 8, 2013 — Click Here to see the Full Version of the report Click Here to see the Short Version Thank You YCCHS would like to thank the 1,077 residents of Yavapai County that took our survey! We also thank our: Community Partners for their assistance in promoting our survey. These partners shared the link to the survey with their employees, the members of their organizations, sent it on to their families, friends, and other partners in the community. Adult Center of Prescott Alzheimer’s Association Arizona Association of University Women Arizona... Read More...Recall – Nathan’s Brand Cold Smoked Atlantic Salmon
Posted on Dec 17, 2012 — Health Alert For Immediate Release Ocean Beauty Seafoods LLC is voluntarily recalling 371 cases of ready-to-eat cold smoked salmon products because of possible contamination by Listeria monocytogenes. The recalled products, “Nathan’s Brand 3oz Cold Smoked Atlantic Salmon” (Product of Chile) and “LASCCO Cold Smoked Nova Atlantic Salmon 4 oz” (Product of Chile) were distributed to various retailers and distribution centers in WA, OR, CA, AZ, TX, CO, MA, NH, CT, RI, NJ, and NY from 11/20/2012 through 12/12/2012. Potentially affected... Read More...Morning Scramble Recipes
Posted on Dec 7, 2012 — Here are the two recipes from today’s Morning Scramble show: Breakfast Sandwich on the go. Whole wheat (Whole Grain) English muffin cut in half Stack on one side of the English Muffin: Half a boiled egg (yoke removed) Slice of low fat cheese Tomato Put in toaster oven for about 10 minutes Baked French Toast with Spiced Pears 1. Make syrup in bottom of 9 x 13 prepared cooking dish Mix in cooking dish: 3-4 tbs. honey 1 tbs. lemon 1/4 tsp. cinnamon 2 tbs. butter, melted 2. Slice 1-2 large pears, layer in bottom of cooking dish 3.... Read More...Recalled – Barbecue Sausage Products That May Be Undercooked
Posted on Nov 15, 2012 — Food Recall – Barbecue Sausage Products That May Be Undercooked Pinnacle Foods Group LLC, is recalling approximately 90,975 pounds of bourbon barbecue sausage products because they may have been under processed, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The products subject to recall include: 5-oz. cans of “Armour Vienna Sausage Bourbon BBQ Flavored” (24 per case). Each can bears the establishment number “P-4247″ inside the USDA mark of inspection, a UPC Code of... Read More...Fresh Express Recalls Limited Quantity of 9 oz. Spinach Due to Possible Health Risk
Posted on Nov 8, 2012 — Fresh Express Inc. is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of Fresh Express Spinach with a Use-by Date of November 7 and Product Code of S299B25 due to a possible health risk from Salmonella. The recall notification is being issued due to an isolated instance in which a random sample yielded a positive result for Salmonella. Fresh Express customer service representatives are already contacting effected retailers to confirm that the recalled product has been removed from store shelves and inventories, and that none is available for... Read More...Voluntary Recall of Select Packages of Mini-Wheats
Posted on Oct 11, 2012 — Yavapai County Community Health Services announces that the FDA has initiated a voluntary recall due to the possible presence of fragments of flexible metal mesh from a faulty manufacturing part. Recalled products at this time include only Frosted Mini-Wheats Bite Size Original and Mini-Wheats Unfrosted Bite Size with the letters KB, AP or FK before or after the Best If Used Before date. Products impacted are: Kellogg’s Frosted Mini-Wheats Bite Size Original cereal UPC 3800031829 – 18-ounce carton with Better if Used Before Dates... Read More...UPDATED Food Recalls – Peanut and Almond Butter – Rev 10/05/12
Posted on Oct 5, 2012 — UPDATE: as of 10/05/12 The FDA announces that environmental samples taken in the Sunland Inc. nut butter production facility show the presence of Salmonella. Further analysis to identify the type of Salmonella is pending. Environmental samples are samples taken from various surfaces in the production or manufacturing facility that would likely harbor bacteria. Also, testing conducted by the Washington State Department of Agriculture laboratory isolated the outbreak strain from an opened jar of Trader Joe’s Valencia Creamy Peanut... Read More...Recalled Popcorn due to Listeria
Posted on Oct 3, 2012 — Dale and Thomas Popcorn is voluntarily recalling a limited number of ready-to-eat bags of select flavors of Popcorn, Indiana-brand popcorn products because of possible contamination by Listeria. Listeria is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause... Read More...See Also: List of Recalled Popcorn Products
Food Recalls – Steaks, Roasts, Mechanically Tenderized Steaks and Roasts, and Ground Beef.
Posted on Oct 1, 2012 — (Editor’s Note) Update- After speaking with local representatives from Fry’s Grocery Stores, the recalled products were NOT sold at Fry’s stores in Yavapai County. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), has issued a food recall on beef products that tested positive for E. coli. After conducting standard recall checks of U.S. establishments that received beef from XL Foods, Inc., the USDA has issued a food recall notice for beef products that were produced on August 24, 27, 28,29 and September 5 and were sold... Read More...Health Alert – Licorice Recall
Posted on Sep 10, 2012 — American Licorice Company Announces Recall of 16 oz. Red Vines® Black Licorice Twists American Licorice Company of Union City, CA is recalling 16 oz. Red Vines® Black Licorice Twists due to elevated levels of lead. Only the one pound bag (16 oz.) of Red Vines® Black Licorice Twists containing “Best Before Date” of February 4th, 2013 (printed 020413) are affected by this recall. American Licorice is notifying consumers and customers not to consume this candy. American Licorice Company stated “some Red Vines® Black Licorice... Read More...Food Establishment Inspections Online NOW
Posted on Aug 21, 2012 — Check out all the latest Food Establishment Inspection reports online here Read More...Tularemia found in Dewey Rabbits
Posted on Jul 27, 2012 — There have been recent reports of wild rabbits in the Dewey area contracting and dying from tularemia, also known as “rabbit fever”. The State Laboratory confirmed this in a dead rabbit sent to Phoenix for testing this week. Tularemia is a treatable, naturally occurring illness in the United States, with about 120 human cases reported each year, and most occur in the western and south-central states. It is caused by a germ carried by animals (especially rodents, rabbits and hares), and can be passed to domestic animals and... Read More...Trader Joe’s Chicken Salads Recalled for Possible Listeria
Posted on Jul 27, 2012 — For the protection of local residents, Yavapai County Community Health Services is alerting the public that Huxtable’s Kitchen, a Vernon, Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 5,610 pounds of barbeque chicken salads. The salads contain diced onions that are the subject of a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recall due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. This product was sold at the Trader Joe’s in Prescott and... Read More...Limited Time – No Cost – Back to School Shots`
Posted on Jul 24, 2012 — The Yavapai County Community Health Services knows just how important it is to give our children the tools they need to succeed. This is why for the week before school starts (7/30-8/3) we will be offering NO COST- BACK TO SCHOOL SHOTS. Schedule an appointment with one of our Immunization specialists during our special no cost, back to school shot week and we will waive the $15 administration fee. If your child is either entering kindergarten, or the 6th grade (and 11 years old by start of school), then you must provide their school with... Read More...Health Advisory – Food Recall Salmonella
Posted on Jul 20, 2012 — Salmonella found in Wellements Baby Move Prune Concentrate Due to a potential health hazard, customers who purchased any of the item(s) below should not eat the product. The product may be contaminated with SALMONELLA and, if eaten, could result in severe illness to those consumers. Please return the product to this store that you purchased it at for a full refund. Product UPC Lot Numbers Size Wellements Baby Move Prune Concentrate 729609 01987 12009, 12025, 12137, 12174, 12177, 12178, 12179 4 oz. Salmonella is a germ... Read More...SEDONA LABS ISSUES A VOLUNTARY RECALL FOR iFLORA® KIDS MULTI-PROBIOTIC® AND iFLORA™ 4-KIDS POWDER DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS DUE TO POSSIBLE HEALTH RISK
Posted on Jul 11, 2012 — SEDONA LABS ISSUES A VOLUNTARY RECALL FOR iFLORA® KIDS MULTI-PROBIOTIC® AND iFLORA™ 4-KIDS POWDER DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS DUE TO POSSIBLE HEALTH RISK Cottonwood, AZ July 9, 2012 – Sedona Labs today announced that its supplier of Galactooligosaccharide (GOS) has recalled this ingredient due to a possible Salmonella contamination. As a result, are now voluntarily recalling certain lots of our iFlora® Kids Multi-Probiotic® and iFlora™ 4-Kids Powder distributed between 3/16/2011 and 5/3/2012. The following lots with their corresponding... Read More...West Nile Virus Found in Camp Verde
Posted on Jul 3, 2012 — Thanks to a recent call to Yavapai County Community Health Services (YCCHS) by an alert resident, a large body of standing water was found to be full of mosquito larvae. Adult mosquitoes in the area were trapped and tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). YCCHS staff has notified the owner of the property and are working to get the situation resolved. The standing water was due to improper irrigation techniques and/or faulty ditch gates. The Health Department suggests not allowing water to sit for more than three days, even when... Read More...See Also:
County adopts 2009 FDA Food Code, effective July 2013 — One-Year Phase-In
Posted on Jun 19, 2012 — Beginning next year on July 1, 2013 Yavapai County restaurants and other food and beverage establishments will be following the minimum requirements of the 2009 FDA Food Code. Public Health Protection Manager Brian Supalla says, “Some of the changes will actually make things easier, or give restaurants more flexibility , such as how they’re cooling large batches of foods or when they’re date marking foods such as deli salads.” This is the most up-to-date food handling guidance and is supported by food safety research, consumer groups... Read More...See Also:
California Firm Recalls Raw Stuffed Chicken Product Due To Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens
Posted on Jun 14, 2012 — Health Advisory For Immediate Release Thursday, June 14, 2012 California Firm Recalls Raw Stuffed Chicken Product Due To Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens Antonelli’s and Sons, a South San Francisco, Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 3,534 pounds of a raw stuffed chicken product because of misbranding and undeclared ingredients, including known allergens. The product may contain the following undeclared ingredients: milk, soy and monosodium glutamate (MSG), which are not noted on the label. The product subject... Read More...GLADIATOR FIRE EVACUEE RE-ENTRY AND RECOVERY
Posted on May 25, 2012 — Before residents of evacuated communities are allowed to return home, the County and supporting agencies will need to ensure conditions are safe. These include: RE-ENTRY SECURITY Law Enforcement will ensure that only residents of the affected communities are allowed in. Please be sure you have appropriate identification proving you are a resident with you. You must get your re-entry pass before returning home. These passes will only be issued at the Sheriff’s Office Sub Station at 13272 Central Avenue in Mayer (771- 3509). Phase 1 - ... Read More...Pine Flats Evacuations
Posted on May 19, 2012 — For Immediate Release Friday, May 18, 2012 Contact Information: Public Information Officer David McAtee – (928) 442-5509 Gladiator Fire – Evacuations The Gladiator fire has continued to move in the direction of Pine Flats. The Incident Management Team (IMT) in conjunction with the Yavapai County Sheriff’s office has ordered additional mandatory evacuations in the area of Pine Flats, effective at 5:00 pm Friday 5/18/2012. The Yavapai County Sheriff’s department is asking everyone evacuated to report to the American Red Cross... Read More...West Nile Virus found near Tavasci Marsh
Posted on May 17, 2012 — West Nile Virus can spread to humans through bites from mosquitoes that have fed on infected birds. The incubation period is 3 to 14 days with symptoms lasting 3 to 6 days. Most people infected with West Nile Virus will feel no symptoms. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 20 percent will feel mild, flu-like symptoms that may include: Fever Headache Body aches Swollen glands Muscle weakness A small percentage of people infected with West Nile virus will experience severe symptoms. It is... Read More...2012 Fire Season
Posted on May 16, 2012 — With four fires burning at the same time in the State of Arizona, including one near Crown King, it is fair to say the 2012 fire season has started off with a bang. Rick Chase, the Central Yavapai Fire District Fire Marshal, says that this could be the beginning of a very bad fire season. With that in mind, he strongly suggests that you maintain a 30-50 foot “Defensible Space” around your house. This means keeping all combustible material, like trees and bushes, away from the house. Read More...Position Available – Assistant Director, Public Health
Posted on Mar 1, 2012 — Assistant Director – Public Heatlh position open now. Role: Under minimal direction, performs professional duties of great difficulty in directing and managing the overall operations of the Public Health Services Division to ensure comprehensive, quality public health services to the residents of Yavapai County. Read More...Yavapai County Community Health Services, Public Health Division, Annual Report
Posted on Feb 9, 2012 — The Public Health Division is honored to share our accomplishments for the year 2011. This annual report represent the “tip of the iceberg” in relation to the time and energy Public Health staff dedicated to the many programs and services we offer. Read More...Had Chickenpox a child? Say hello to Shingles as an adult.
Posted on Jan 27, 2012 — If you are 50+ years of age and had Chickenpox as a child, the chances are VERY good you will get to experience the effects of the grown-up, much more painful version, called Shingles. It is reported to be one of the most painful things you will experience as an adult and in some cases causes long-term nerve damage and could potentially lead to the loss of vision or hearing. Read More...Rimrock Resident Attacked by Rabid Fox
Posted on Dec 1, 2011 — A Rimrock area resident and family dog was attacked by a rabid fox November 23. The fox was killed during the incident by a neighbor. The remains sent to the Arizona State Laboratory tested positive for rabies. Read More...Help those with less this winter. Join the Coat/Sleeping Bag Drive…
Posted on Nov 23, 2011 — Yavapai County has a growing underprivileged population in need of items to protect them from cold weather and wind chill throughout the fall and winter. To fill this urgent need and promote the importance of winter preparedness and safety Yavapai County Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) volunteers and participating locations will be collecting gently used coats and sleeping bags for all ages during December 4 – December 16th. Read More...Top Thanksgiving Turkey Tips for Safe Cooking This Season
Posted on Nov 23, 2011 — The most important thing to know is that the internal temperate of the cooked turkey must reach 165 degrees as measured with a food thermometer. The USDA offers safety information on both fresh and frozen turkey preparations. Read More...Don’t get dropped!
Posted on Sep 7, 2011 — AHCCCS has announced an enrollment freeze for adults without children. After July 1, 2011, no new adults without children will be accepted. Read More...Self-Management Workshops Help Participants Regain Control
Posted on Jun 23, 2011 — People with ongoing health conditions may never know life without their disease. However, with the help of this workshop they can experience living by managing their symptoms. Each week participants solve problems, set goals and cover topics including, managing medications, healthy eating, physical activity, and communicating with family and health professionals. This program is free of charge. Read More...Yavapai County Ranks First in County Health Rankings
Posted on Mar 30, 2011 — The 2011 County Health Rankings Report ranks Yavapai County #1 overall in health factors as compared with other Arizona Counties. Read More...See Also: Full Report
Yavapai Earns Public Health Emergency Response Recognition
Posted on Jan 24, 2011 — As health departments work to protect the public from diseases, bioterrorism, natural disasters, and other threats, the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) has recognized Yavapai County Community Health Services (YCCHS) for its ability to respond to public health emergencies. Read More...Protecting Against Whooping Cough
Posted on Dec 2, 2010 — Yavapai County Community Health Services is again reminding parents to protect their infants by having household members vaccinated against Whooping Cough or pertussis. Read More...See Also: Preventing Pertussis
Yavapai Well Woman Healthcheck Program Offers Free Screenings
Posted on Oct 22, 2010 — National Breast Cancer Awareness Month is dedicated to increase public knowledge about the importance of early detection of breast cancer and treatment. Last week, Well Woman Case Manager, Tammy Mitchell “got the word out” by participating in the Zumbathon at the Cottonwood Recreation Center. Read More...Yavapai County Prescription Program Saves Citizens over $1 Million
Posted on Oct 4, 2010 — Since the introduction of the Yavapai County’s free prescription discount program in 2007, county residents filled close to 70,000 prescriptions with the cards at discounts averaging 22 percent or $10.92 per prescription. Read More...
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