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Public Health Director

William J. Mitchell, MPH

Health Officer

Karen Furst, MD, MPH

Health Education and Community Resources

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Tobacco Use Prevention/Smoking Cessation


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  • 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) 468-5617
  • Cessation Help Line - Referrals to local smoking cessation services; educational materials and presentations.
    Contact: (800) 540-6775 or (209) 468-0838

Get Fit! Stockton

 

A city-wide fitness and wellness program that began in June and will conclude with the Emergency Food Bank ofStockton/San Joaquin Thanksgiving Run and Walk Against Hunger on Thanksgiving morning, November 27, 2008.

For More Information Contact: (209) 937- 8206

Or Visit www.stockton.ca.us/getfitstockton

Nutrition Education and Physical Activity (The Network for a Healthy California)

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) 468-5630

Teen Pregnancy Prevention

  • 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) 468-5601
  • Training Program - 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

Children's 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) 468-5615 or (209) 468-5619

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