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San Francisco Department of Public Health. We are here to protect & promote the health of all San Franciscans.

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@SF_DPH
SFDPH
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Success Story: @sf_dph #StreetCare team has been working since Oct with a 32 y/o unhoused man following an overdose. They connected him to shelter, psychiatry & substance use treatment, developed a care plan, accompanied him to therapy. #endoverdosesf
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@SpareTheAir
Spare The Air
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A #SparetheAir Alert has been extended through tomorrow, July 3, due to unhealthy ozone, or smog accumulation in the Bay Area. A Spare the Air Alert is also in effect today, July 2. For more info, visit .
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@SF_emergency
San Francisco Department of Emergency Management
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Here are some firework facts to remember this July 4th holiday: Each year, more than 9,700 fireworks-related injuries, approximately half of them suffered by children, are treated in a hospital emergency room. Fireworks cause more than 19,000 fires and millions in property loss.
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@SF_DPH
SFDPH
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Think you might be pregnant? Do you need the morning after pill? You can get birth control, emergency contraception, on-site pregnancy test results and HPV vaccines at @SFCityClinic . A team of experts is ready to help protect your sexual and reproductive health.
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@SF_DPH
SFDPH
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Stay hydrated this week! Hot weather can cause dehydration & heat related illness. Drink water or beverages without caffeine, sugar, or alcohol regularly throughout the day & eat plenty of healthy foods like fruits & veggies to keep you hydrated. More tips
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@SF_emergency
San Francisco Department of Emergency Management
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With elevated temperatures today, here are some tips to stay cool: - Drink plenty of water - Wear light clothing and hats - Take a cool shower - Close blinds during the day, open blinds at night More information at
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@SF_DPH
SFDPH
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Want to learn how to test substances for the presence of fentanyl? View the @SF_DPH online training on fentanyl test strips to learn how the tests work and how to use them to detect the potent opioid.
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@SF_DPH
SFDPH
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Roland with the @sf_dph BEST Neighborhoods team helps get his unhoused people into care, connecting them with substance use treatment & other services. “As a recovering addict myself, it gives me a warm feeling when someone changes their relationship with substances.”
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@SF_DPH
SFDPH
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The @SF_DPH Comprehensive Mobile Crisis Team provides acute mental health services for adults & children: crisis intervention, 5150/5585 assessments, & response to suicides/homicides. If you or someone else is experiencing a mental health crisis, call the 24/7 line: 628-217-7000
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SFDPH
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Temperatures are expected to warm up in #SF and around the Bay this week. Take care of yourself! Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water, wear lightweight and light-colored clothing, and if you work outdoors, take breaks in the shade. More tips here:
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SFDPH
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Staying up to date on vaccines protects you and the people you love. Anyone 65+ should receive a second dose of the most recent vaccine if it has been at least 4 months since their first one. Learn more:
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@SF_DPH
SFDPH
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Happy #Pride ! @SF_DPH is proud to serve as a beacon of health for the LGBTQIA+ community. We've led the way in providing equitable, accessible & comprehensive healthcare to underserved and marginalized communities. #SFDPH remains dedicated to building a healthier future for all.
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@SF_DPH
SFDPH
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Have a safe and fun #Pride weekend! Practice mindful drinking with the following tips: Pace yourself with 1 drink/hour and switch between alcohol and non-alcoholic drinks. Avoid mixing alcohol with prescription medications and recreational drugs. Get home safely – have a
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SFDPH
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@SF_DPH #StreetCare supervisor Tyrone has been in recovery for >27 years, experience that helps him connect people to @SF_DPH substance use treatment. As one client recently shared, “You get me, I feel comfortable with you because I know you’ve been here.”
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@SF_DPH
SFDPH
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@SF_DPH ’s Dr. Grant Colfax was proud to take part in Friday’s Trans March. As transgender rights & access to care are under attack, #SF prides itself as a sanctuary city for transgender, nonbinary & gender-expansive people seeking safety and the opportunity to thrive. #Pride2024
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@SF_DPH
SFDPH
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Last week, the @sf_dph BEST Neighborhoods street care team worked with dozens of clients, connecting 18 people to mental health services, 10 people to medical services, and 2 people to substance use treatment.
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@SF_DPH
SFDPH
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With PRIDE approaching, make sure you are protected against #mpox . At our @SFCityClinic , you can get the vaccine, as well as testing and treatment. Learn more in this video! #PrideMonth , #SFpride
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@SF_DPH
SFDPH
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Celebrating Pride this weekend? Don’t forget to about your sexual health!  Read about the different resources available and the practical tips you can take from an SFDPH expert.
@KQEDnews
KQED News
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San Francisco Pride is happening Saturday and Sunday, June 29–30. Whether it’s your first Pride or your 30th, stay up to date with our guide on all the details about the parade and celebrations happening at Civic Center:
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@SF_DPH
SFDPH
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#SFpublichealth is proud to be a beacon of health in the LGBTQIA+ community. Join us today at the Annual #TransMarch for #Pride 2024! Visit our @SF_DPH booth for games, giveaways, and information about our programs!
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@SF_DPH
SFDPH
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@SF_DPH believes that people should be able to access whatever reproductive healthcare they choose, whenever they need it. @SF_DPH is the safety net for those in need of abortion services no matter their immigration status, or what state they live in.
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