Marin County Public Health just released a wide-ranging health update. It covers vaccines, RSV, heat safety, a food-safety alert about raw dairy, and a new dashboard tracking COVID-19, flu, and RSV.
The advisory reaches everywhere—from San Rafael to Sausalito, Mill Valley to Novato, and all across Larkspur, Corte Madera, San Anselmo, Fairfax, and Ross. Folks across Marin are trying to keep up as health guidance keeps shifting.
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Vaccination guidance for Marin residents
Public Health officials really want people to stay up to date on vaccinations as things get more complicated. A federal judge has temporarily stopped changes to the childhood immunization schedule, so current vaccine recommendations are still in place for now.
Marin officials are especially urging everyone to check MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccination status. Measles outbreaks are popping up globally, and there are already cases in nearby San Mateo and Napa counties.
MMR status and measles concerns in the Bay Area
In places like Fairfax and San Rafael, officials say it’s crucial to keep MMR vaccines up to date. This is especially true for families with young kids or school-age siblings who go back and forth between Mill Valley, Sausalito, and Corte Madera.
The main message? Vaccination is still the best protection as outbreaks shift around the Bay Area.
RSV risk and infant protection in Marin
RSV activity is higher than usual in Marin and other Bay Area counties right now. That’s especially risky for infants.
Officials recommend preventive steps, like nirsevimab for babies under 8 months old entering their first RSV season. Pregnant people should consider getting vaccinated late in pregnancy to help protect their newborns.
State health guidance says to keep up with regular infant immunizations through April. That helps protect Marin babies in towns from San Anselmo to Novato.
Protecting Marin infants through vaccination and care
- If you’re in Mill Valley, Sausalito, or Tiburon, talk to your pediatrician about RSV prevention and whether nirsevimab makes sense for your baby.
- Expecting parents in Larkspur and Corte Madera should ask their OBs about late-pregnancy vaccination to boost newborn immunity.
Heat safety guidance as Marin endures a heat advisory
A heat advisory is in effect for much of Marin County. Officials urge everyone to limit outdoor activity during the hottest hours, drink water, find cool places, and check on vulnerable neighbors in Marin City and beyond.
This is especially relevant for families in San Rafael, Corte Madera, and Tiburon who spend time outdoors. Workers commuting along Highway 101 through Novato and Ross should also take care.
Staying cool in Marin communities
- If you’re planning to be outside in Sausalito, Fairfax, or San Anselmo, aim for early morning or evening.
- Don’t forget to check in on elderly or disabled neighbors, especially in the hills of Mill Valley and West Marin.
Food safety alert: raw dairy linked to E. coli in California
County health officials are warning people not to eat raw, unpasteurized dairy. Federal investigators have linked raw cheddar to a multistate E. coli outbreak that includes California.
The product hasn’t been completely pulled from shelves, so Marin markets and farms are still on alert. Residents from San Rafael to Novato should pay close attention to dairy recalls and check labels before buying anything in stores around Marin and nearby counties.
What shoppers in Marin towns should know
- Skip raw dairy products and check for recalls at local grocers in San Anselmo, Mill Valley, and Sausalito.
- Read labels and make sure you’re buying pasteurized dairy in Corte Madera and Larkspur.
Marin County dashboard tracks COVID-19, flu, and RSV
Marin County now has a public dashboard tracking COVID-19, flu, and RSV trends. Officials are encouraging residents to use this tool, along with other county emergency resources, for timely updates.
The dashboard gives a quick look at what’s happening, whether you’re in Marin City, Kentfield, or anywhere from schools to clinics in San Rafael, Novato, and Fairfax.
Accessing the dashboard and staying informed
- Head over to the Marin Health Department’s online portal. You’ll find updated numbers on COVID-19, flu, and RSV for towns all over Marin County.
- Need heat alerts or emergency info? Check out the county’s emergency resources, or sign up for local alerts in Sausalito, Tiburon, and other areas nearby.
Here is the source article for this story: Marin Co.: County Public Health Issues Advisories On Measles, Bad Cheese
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