Politics & Government

Public Health Week Underway in Solano County

Various events sprinkled throughout the day are planned in observation of Public Health Week in Solano County.

By Stephen Pierce

Solano County Public Communications Officer

Solano County will be joining the American Public Health Association and communities around the country in activities next week designed to encourage active and healthy lifestyles.

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In recognition of National Public Health Week from April 2 to April 8, Solano Public Health is coordinating community events during the week and throughout April with local community partners to increase awareness of prevention and wellness.  For details on these events, go to www.solanocounty.com/publichealth.

This year’s theme for National Public Health Week is A Healthier America Begins TODAY: Join the Movement!  The Solano County Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution Tuesday declaring April 2-8 as Public Health Week in Solano County.

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Each weekday of National Public Health Week focuses on a prevention theme, including active living and healthy eating; alcohol, tobacco and other drugs; communicable diseases; reproductive and sexual health; and mental and emotional well-being. 

“There are many small steps we can take to begin leading healthier lives,” said Solano County Health Officer Bela Matyas. “Small steps such as eating more fruits and vegetables, exercising daily, conducting proper hand-washing and food preparation, quitting smoking, and reducing your exposure to second-hand smoke can improve our health.”

Every year, chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer and diabetes cause Americans to miss 2.5 billion days of work and are responsible for millions of premature deaths.  In addition, injuries, accidents and violence affect people daily in all aspects of life.  For example, unintentional injuries – such as motor vehicle crashes, poisonings and burns – rank among the top 10 causes of death for people age 44 and younger.

“Recognizing and preventing these illnesses and injuries before they develop is the key to improving health,” Matyas said.

Solano County residents can participate in many activities throughout the month to improve their lives.  Some upcoming events include car safety seat demonstrations, cooking classes, a community immunization clinic at the Vacaville Total Home and Garden Show from April 20 to April 22, and Bike Rodeos at several Solano County elementary schools. 

See the attached file for a full list of Solano County events.


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