Kern County Public Health

Kern County Public Health Our mission is to protect and safeguard the health and safety of the community.

Remind older parents and grandparents to use repellent when going outdoors, especially at dawn and dusk. Anyone can get ...
09/03/2026

Remind older parents and grandparents to use repellent when going outdoors, especially at dawn and dusk. Anyone can get West Nile virus, but older adults are at risk of becoming very sick from it. Use mosquito repellent to help ! https://westnile.ca.gov/faq

Reminder: We will be closed on Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day. Regular hours will resume on the followin...
09/01/2026

Reminder: We will be closed on Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day. Regular hours will resume on the following day.

⚠️ Stop using these products now to prevent ingestion hazards, deadly entrapment, serious risk of injury, and deadly suf...
09/01/2026

⚠️ Stop using these products now to prevent ingestion hazards, deadly entrapment, serious risk of injury, and deadly suffocation hazards.

🚫 BUSOHA Magnetic Fidget Slider Toys
Loose magnets posing an ingestion hazard to children.
Stop using immediately; refund available:
Email at [email protected]

🚫 Laziza Dressers
Unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing tip-over and deadly entrapment hazards.
Stop using immediately; refund available:
Email at [email protected]

🚫 Voomf Play Yard and Crib Mattresses
Mattresses may not adequately fit certain play yards, posing a deadly entrapment hazard.
Full-sized crib mattresses violate the mandatory flammability standard, posing a risk of serious injury or death from fire.
Stop using immediately; refund available:
Email at [email protected]

🚫 Winston Porter and Seeday 3-Drawer, 4-Drawer and 5-Drawer Dressers
Unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing tip-over and deadly entrapment hazards.
Stop using immediately; refund available:
Email at [email protected]

🚫 Cpzzkq Baby Loungers
Padding can obstruct an infant’s breathing, posing a serious risk of injury or deadly suffocation hazard.
Stop using immediately; refund available:
Email at [email protected]

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Today is International Overdose Awareness Day. Let's work together to stop opioid overdoses. Kern County Public Health i...
08/31/2026

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day. Let's work together to stop opioid overdoses. Kern County Public Health is giving out free Naloxone, a nasal spray that can save lives by reversing an opioid overdose. You can get a free box of Naloxone and learn how to use it. Let's keep our community safe and support each other.

⚠️ Stop using these products now to prevent ingestion hazards, fall hazards, deadly choking hazards, serious risk of inj...
08/29/2026

⚠️ Stop using these products now to prevent ingestion hazards, fall hazards, deadly choking hazards, serious risk of injury, and deadly suffocation hazards.

🚫 WonderStone Infant Walkers
Can fit through a standard doorway and fail to stop at the edge of a step, posing a risk of serious injury or death due to a fall hazard.
Stop using immediately; refund available:
Email at [email protected]

🚫Boon PIVOT Collapsible Toddler Tower Kitchen Step Stools
Towers can tip over while in use, posing a risk of serious injury and death, due to tip over and fall hazards.
Stop using immediately; repair available:
Email [email protected] or visit https://recall.tomy.com/pivot

🚫Sili Factory Pull String Teething Toys
Strings can reach the back of children’s throat and become lodged, posing a serious risk of respiratory distress and deadly choking hazard.
Stop using immediately; refund available:
Email at [email protected]

🚫CuddleCubs Creations Baby Highchair Teething Toy Sets
Strings can reach the back of children’s throat and become lodged, posing a serious risk of respiratory distress and deadly choking hazard.
Stop using immediately; refund available:
Email at [email protected].

🚫Mommy’s Baby Lovely Deluxe Baby Doll Playsets
Some accessories are small parts, posing a deadly choking hazard.
Stop using immediately; refund available:
Email at [email protected]

Please share to help keep families safe.

If you have a lingering cough after exposure to dust outdoors, ask a healthcare provider about . Lasting aches and pain...
08/28/2026

If you have a lingering cough after exposure to dust outdoors, ask a healthcare provider about . Lasting aches and pains, fever, fatigue, and coughing could be symptoms of Valley fever (which is caused by breathing in a fungus). https://bit.ly/VFSymptoms

Mosquitoes that spread West Nile virus are more likely to bite at dawn and dusk. If you’re outside during these times, w...
08/27/2026

Mosquitoes that spread West Nile virus are more likely to bite at dawn and dusk. If you’re outside during these times, wear long sleeves and pants, and use EPA-registered mosquito repellent to protect yourself. Learn more about WNV in California: https://westnile.ca.gov

EN ESPAÑOL⬇️
Los mosquitos que transmiten el virus del Nilo Occidental son más propensos a picar al amanecer y al atardecer. Si estás afuera durante estos momentos, usa mangas largas y pantalones, y aplica repelente de insectos registrado por la EPA para protegerte. Aprende más sobre el VNO en California: https://westnile.ca.gov

Join a community of empowered Black mothers-to-be and new moms for FREE education and support from a team of professiona...
08/26/2026

Join a community of empowered Black mothers-to-be and new moms for FREE education and support from a team of professionals including a Public Health Nurse, Mental Health Professional, Family Health Advocates and Group Facilitators.
Learn more by visiting us at https://tr.ee/BlackInfantHealth or call (661)321-3000 today. Let's improve the health outcomes for our community together.

Our next Fresh Start class cohort begins soon!📅 Class Dates: Tuesdays, September 8, 15, 22, 29⏰ Class Time: 10:00 AM – 1...
08/25/2026

Our next Fresh Start class cohort begins soon!

📅 Class Dates: Tuesdays, September 8, 15, 22, 29
⏰ Class Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Location: 1800 Mt. Vernon Ave., Bakersfield, CA
📝 Register Today: bit.ly/4ffrw8x
📞 Or call us at 661-321-3000
🎉 Rewards are available for those who complete all 4 classes!

Address

1800 Mount Vernon Avenue
Bakersfield, CA
93306

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+16613213000

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