Health Education and Community Resources

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Tobacco Use Prevention/Smoking Cessation

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Tobacco Free Families - Free smoking cessation services for pregnant women or partners; persons living with or caring for a child birth to 5 years of age. English, Spanish, and Hmong language classes; English counseling and hypnosis.
Contact: (800) 540-6775
Smoking and Tobacco Outreach Prevention Project - Community activities to reduce exposure to second hand smoke, counter pro-tobacco influences from advertising and prevent youth access to tobacco. A local advisory coalition meets bi-monthly.
Contact: (209) 468-3415
Toll Free Help Line - Referrals to local smoking cessation services; educational materials and presentations.
Contact: (800) 540-6775

Nutrition Education and Physical Activity

Nutrition education and presentations at community centers, health fairs and community events. A local Nutrition and Physical Activity Coalition addressing County-wide needs of adults and youth meets bi-monthly.
Contact: (209) 468-5601

Teen Pregnancy Prevention

Information and Education Services - Training for personnel working with youth to improve staff-youth communication skills, knowledge regarding teen pregnancy and local reproductive health resources. For upcoming training:
Contact: (209) 468-5601
Male Involvement Program - Classes for young men addressing responsible personal behavior and prevention of teen pregnancy, parenting education for young men. For more information:
Contact: (209) 468-3415

Diabetes Risk Reduction

Education and support group services for adults with type 2 diabetes in South Stockton. Services available from Gemini, Inc. and Senior Services Agency of San Joaquin. For information and referrals:
Contact: (209) 468-3870

Dental Disease Prevention

Classroom-based dental education, tooth brushing and fluoride supplements for elementary and preschool children. Sealant services for eligible elementary school students.
Contact: (209) 468-3415

Immunization Education

"Be Wise. Immunize!" Immunization services for children, adults, and travel are available at various Public Health clinics. Please click here for clinic locations and schedules.
Is your child due for immunizations? Check the CDC schedule for the next recommended immunizations.
Contact: (209) 468-3481

Public Health Director

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