OC Health Care Agency

12/26/2025

Orange County residents: Winter viruses, including the flu, COVID-19, and RSV, are on the rise.
Check the latest local data and learn how to protect yourself:
👉 https://ochealthinfo.com/respiratoryvirus
Vaccination is your best defense against severe illness. 💉
Let’s keep our community healthy this winter! 💪

12/24/2025

Celebrate the holiday season by bringing comfort and joy to children,
seniors and disabled adults by supporting our Holiday Drive. You can donate toys, money or your time to Operation Santa Claus and Senior Santa and Friends. For more information, visit:
ssa.ocgov.com/DonateOSC or
ssa.ocgov.com/DonateSSF.

12/24/2025

Pleased to partner with Orange County Sheriff's Department, CA

12/23/2025

Give yourself the gift of a new beginning. For resources and support, visit ocnavigator.org.

12/22/2025

Traveling this holiday season? Remember, car seat safety should always be a priority. Learn more at:
¿Vas a viajar esta temporada festiva? No olvides que la seguridad de los asientos del carro es prioridad. Para más información:
https://everyparentoc.org/holiday-travel-tips-for-families/

12/19/2025

Today, the FDA is encouraging broader industry adoption of recall best practices, with a focus on products consumed or used by infants and young children. https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-takes-action-improve-recall-effectiveness-following-infant-botulism-outbreak-investigation

Last week, the agency issued warning letters to several major retailers for not removing recalled ByHeart infant formula from store shelves.

12/19/2025

No matter what you’re planning during the holiday season – home, work, travel – being vaccinated against the Winter Virus’ (COVID, Flu, RSV) can keep your plans healthy! The HCA leadership team encourages you to make sure you’re up to date on vaccinations. Learn more about vaccines and schedule an appointment at www.myturn.ca.gov.

12/19/2025

Dads, your child’s health and development includes their behavior, and you are a critical part of their care. Check out the Resource Guide by Orange County Fatherhood Coalition with opportunities for dads to do activities with their children, attend workshops and connect with fellow dads. Visit OCNavigator.org to access the guide in your language.

https://ocnavigator.org/m/ocn/272?resource_id=104493627

12/18/2025

🎁 It’s the holiday season and in this video edition of Health Corner, we focus on safe driving during this National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. Dr. Jonathan Watson takes a moment from his work inside the OC jail to extend best wishes to you and yours if you drive during the holiday season. For the latest Health Corner updates from our doctors, visit ochealthinfo.com/healthcorner

12/17/2025

Did you know imported and older (made before 2009) toys are more likely to contain lead, a toxic metal which can affect your child's growth and development? Check your gift list twice to ensure toys are age-appropriate and safe! 🎁 Avoid recalled toys: www.cpsc.gov/recalls. Wishing everyone a safe and healthy holiday season. For more information, https://everyparentoc.org/blog/toys-and-lead.

12/17/2025