Riverside University Health System - Public Health

11/15/2025

Last weekend was Palm Springs Pride, and while the event is in the rearview mirror, our mpox vaccination efforts are ongoing!
Missed us at Pride? Vaccination is still available. Two doses. 28 days apart. Find an upcoming vaccine clinic at https://www.ruhealth.org/upcoming-vaccine-clinics

11/14/2025

‼️EVENT POSTPONED‼️ Due to rainy weather, the Blue Zones Project Coachella Fiestas Azules has been rescheduled for next weekend.

Stay healthy (and dry!) next Saturday, 11/22 at the Coachella Library from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

11/14/2025

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While recognized across the globe, according to CDPH data, 3.2 million adults in California are diabetic… that’s almost 1 out of every 9 residents in the Golden State.

It’s important to monitor your blood sugar and keep up with scheduled medical appointments. RUHS Public Health is here to help, visit: https://www.ruhealth.org/diabetes-care

11/11/2025

This , get a flu shot to protect the red, white, blue, and you!

11/11/2025

Please see this important recall information below from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration:

RECALL UPDATE: All ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula products have been recalled. This includes all unexpired lots of formula cans and single-serve “anywhere” sticks. https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-infant-botulism-infant-formula-november-2025

11/11/2025

- Public Health offices are closed today in recognition of Veterans Day and will reopen Wednesday, November 12.

Today, we honor the service and sacrifices of veterans across the nation.

11/10/2025

Hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) is making the rounds! It is very common, especially in kids under 5, but can affect anyone. Symptoms include fever and red rashes on the palms of the hands, soles of the feet and the mouth which can turn into painful sores or blisters.

HFMD is very contagious, but you can help stop the spread by:

🧼Washing hands often with soap and water

🌮Avoid sharing food, drink or personal items

🧽Disinfecting surfaces and toys

✋Avoid close contact with an infected person, such as hugging or kissing them

Most people recover in 7-10 days without complications. Call your doctor if you and/or you child has signs of dehydration, trouble swallowing or symptoms seems severe.

11/08/2025

RUHS Public Health is here at ! 🏳️‍🌈 The RUHS-PH HIV/STD team is providing free and syphilis testing to support our community in taking charge of their health. Early testing is crucial - it opens up more options for care and helps reduce disease spread.

And the RUHS-PH Immunizations team is providing the JYNNEOS (mpox) vaccine at no cost. Getting vaccinated against is one of the best ways to protect yourself against the disease.

Look for both teams near the cross streets of East Arenas Road and South Palm Canyon Drive.

We will be here until 9 p.m. today (Saturday) and from 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9.

For more information about HIV/STD prevention, testing and treatment, please visit www.rivcohivaids.org and learn more about mpox at ruhealth.org/mpox.

11/07/2025

Join us this weekend at ! The RUHS-PH Vaccine team will be on site to provide no-cost mpox vaccines and other services along with our HIV/STI team to support our community in taking charge of their health.

Visit the Riverside University Health System - Public Health website at ruhealth.org/mpox for the latest information on testing, vaccination and local resources.

11/06/2025

If you’ve got questions about mpox, we’ve got answers! Watch this Q&A session with Public Health Officer Dr. Jennifer Chevinsky and Branch Chief Misty Plumley as they discuss cases in Riverside County, vaccines and more.

11/06/2025

Get vaccinated and protect yourself from disease!

11/03/2025

One Health Day is November 3rd! Keeping animals and the environment healthy keeps humans healthy too! The goal of One Health is to recognize the connection between people, animals, plants, and our shared environment, so we can better work together to achieve the best health outcomes for all.

On this One Health Day we recognize all of our partners, including Riverside County Animal Services, Riverside County Department of Environmental Health, Vector, and Agricultural Commissioner, as well as other community partners, who have joined with us to address One Health challenges such as mosquito and tick-borne illnesses, legionella, rabies, avian flu, food-borne illness, post-flooding response, valley fever, and more. We appreciate you!