Pasadena Public Health Department

Today, the Pasadena Public Health Department joins global health leaders in recognizing World No To***co Day. Smoking remains the leading cause of preventable death in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

For 38 years, the Pasadena To***co Prevention Coalition has championed policies that protect youth, reduce secondhand smoke, and educate the community about the harms of to***co. Interested in making a difference? Join the Coalition by calling (626) 744-6055.

To report smoking violations or illegal to***co sales to minors, contact the City Service Center at (626) 744-7311.

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Traveling to a World Cup game, concert, or large event in California? Plan ahead—protect yourself in those big crowds!

Stay up to date on flu, COVID‑19, RSV, and especially MMR (measles) vaccines before travel or attending big events—measles is extremely contagious and lingers in the air.

Large events bring people close together—vaccines are your best protection and help keep outbreaks away.

Schedule your immunizations right away and pack quality masks (N95/KN95) for indoor spaces and transit.

Stay travel-smart—let’s cheer safely! 🎉

Go to MyTurn.ca.gov to schedule an appointment.

Get vaccinated! Vaccines and other services are available at the Pasadena Public Health Department Immunization Clinic (1845 N. Fair Oaks Ave., Room 2130). The clinic is open Mondays & Wednesdays from 8:30-11:30 a.m. and 1:30-4:30 p.m. Walk-ins welcome.

Services include:
• FREE and LOW-COST vaccinations for those eligible under Vaccines for Children (VFC) and Vaccines for Adults (VFA)
• FREE seasonal flu vaccines
• Routine and travel vaccines
• Titer tests
• Tuberculosis screening/testing

Book an appointment! Call (626) 744-6121 or visit bit.ly/PPHD-IZ-Services.

South Coast Air Quality Management District - South Coast AQMD has extended the smoke advisory through 10 p.m. tonight due to multiple fires. Visit AQMD’s website for forecasted smoke and air quality impacts, and what to do if you are in an area impacted by smoke.

Forecast (Thursday, May 21st): aqmd.gov/forecast
🏖 Coastal: Moderate
🏙 LA: Moderate -to- Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
🌅 OC: Moderate
🌄 Inland Empire: Moderate -to- Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
🌴 Coachella Valley: Moderate

View our Real Time Map: aqmd.gov/aqimap

The ticks that transmit Lyme disease are found in California, the Midwest and along the East Coast. If you’re traveling in any of these areas, be prepare​​d for ticks when you go outdoors:

​- Apply tick repellent from the waist down.

- Check for ticks after spending time in grassy areas and sitting on rocks or logs.

- Shower soon after returning indoors to wash away any ticks.

Learn more about Lyme disease: https://go.cdph.ca.gov/LymeDisease

This Healthy and Safe Swimming Week, keep water safety top of mind. Prevent drowning by always keeping new or inexperienced swimmers and young children within arm’s reach when swimming or around water.

Learn about swim safety: go.cdph.ca.gov/DrowningPrevention