You don't need a cape in your closet to be a superhero. Real heroes can help prevent bat encounters without changing their clothes! If you live in Flagstaff and have a bat encounter, call COF Animal Control at (928) 774-1414. Visit for more info.

Remember the five handwashing steps: wet, lather, scrub, rinse, and dry. Do it before meals, after using the restroom, and any time you cough or sneeze. Clean hands = Healthy you, and the people around you too.

Birth Certificate services in Flagstaff are provided at the Southern Region Office, located at 2625 N. King Street. Learn more and make an appointment by calling (928) 679-7281. Visit for additional information.

Warm weather is the perfect reason to move your workouts outdoors! When doing so, drinking water should be your #1 priority:.- Hydrate first thing in the a.m. & continue throughout the day.-Consider electrolyte drinks to better retain hydration.

Join us for fun, games, and back- to-school resources at the Back-to-School Health Fair on Saturday, July 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the CCHHS Southern Region Office parking lot, 2625 N King St., Flagstaff. Questions? Call (928) 679-7222. We hope to see you there!

Meet NARCAN, or Naloxone, a life-saving medication that can rapidly reverse an opioid overdose. Having NARCAN and knowing how to use it can save a life. Anyone in Coconino County can obtain NARCAN free of charge! Call us at (928) 679-7264 or visit

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Measles isn’t just a rash—it can be dangerous, especially for babies and kids. About 30% of cases have serious complications. Protect your loved ones with the MMR vaccine. Learn more:

July is UV Safety Month. UV rays can cause skin damage every day, even on cloudy ones!. - Apply (SPF 30+) every 2 hours. - Wear hats and UV-protective clothing. - Use sunglasses. - Stay in the shade. Check out for more information.

CCHHS Staff will be at the Fredonia office (25 N Main St) every 3rd Thurs from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. E-mail slucero@coconino.az.gov or call (928) 643-7241 to make an appointment. Visit for more information.

CCHHS offers FREE diapers to qualifying households while supplies last! Households whose income is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level qualify for this amazing program. Visit or call us at (928) 679-7453 for more information.

Why do mosquitoes make a buzzing noise? The answer is C! Mosquitoes flutter their wings very fast, some as much as 250 times per second, producing a high-pitched buzz. Mosquito season is here. Visit for how to prepare.

CCHHS Preventing Housing Insecurity Flexible Funds (PHIFF) is here to help those 'at risk’ of homelessness to maintain housing after one-time assistance. Visit or contact empowermentservicesca@coconino.az.gov, (928) 679-7453 for more.

The appropriate protective measures should be followed when smoke is present. Many factors play into a person’s susceptibility to smoke. If you are healthy, you usually are not at a major risk from smoke. Visit for more info.

Be the hero you're meant to be. Ensure you & your loved ones are up to date on recommended shots. Contact your healthcare provider / the CCHHS Health and Wellness Clinic at (928) 679-7222 to make an appointment for your vaccinations. Visit for more.

CCHHS is offering a FREE child safety seat inspection event on Thursday, July 17, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. at Fry’s Food and Drug parking lot (201 N. Switzer Canyon Drive, Flagstaff). Must be a Coconino County resident! For more information call (928) 679-7262.

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Do you have questions about plague? Visit the CCHHS plague information webpage at for important prevention information and answers to frequently asked questions.

Coconino County Health and Human Services is spilling the beans on what food and nonfood products on store shelves, and potentially in your cart, have been recalled. Visit to find out more about which products have been recalled.

Enough said. Take these precautions to keep cool and carry on:.- Hydrate first thing in the a.m. & continue throughout the day.-Consider salty snacks or electrolyte drinks to better retain hydration. Enjoy the warm weather!