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Whether you are at work, home or in your community, it's important that everyone know their rights when interacting with law enforcement – including immigration agents

🔇 You have the right to remain silent

If officers ask you questions, you can say: “I choose to remain silent.”

👩‍⚖️ You have the right to legal help

You have the right to consult with an attorney before answering any questions or signing any documents.

🚪 Protect your home

Law enforcement cannot enter your home without your permission unless they have a warrant signed by a judge.

⚠️ An administrative warrant from the Department of Homeland Security does not give officers the right to enter your home against your will.

Call Public Health InfoLine at 833-540-0473. 7 days a week, 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

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Fire Safety and Health Information

Palisades, Eaton, and other wildfires have impacted many communities. Learn how to protect your health from smoke, safely clean your home, and rebuild after a fire. learn more

Learn More about COVID-19 in LA County, and What it Means for You

All the information you need to Stay Safe, Stay Healthy, & Get Vaccinated! Learn more.

From the Press Room

Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches 07/11/2025

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:

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Statement from Dr. Barbara Ferrer, Director of LA County Public Health; Dr. Christina Ghaly, Director of LA County Health Services; and Dr. Lisa Wong, Director of LA County Mental Health Services on HHS Policy Change Affecting Access to Federally Funded Programs 07/11/2025

We are deeply saddened by the federal administration’s decision to bar undocument.... more

Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches 07/10/2025

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:

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Heat Advisory - High Temperatures Forecast for Parts of Los Angeles County 07/10/2025

The Los Angeles County Health Officer has issued a heat advisory as high temperatures have been forecast for the following areas:

· Calabasas/Agoura Hills: Thursday, July.... more

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Environmental Health
Learn about restaurant & housing inspections, lead exposure, air & water quality, & climate change.

Foodborne illnesses
If you got sick from eating or drinking something, file a report click here.

LA County HIV/AIDS Strategy for 2020 and Beyond

Los Angeles County HIV/AIDS Strategy for 2020 and Beyond
A bold effort to help bring an end to the HIV epidemic in Los Angeles County once and for all.

Get vaccinated.
Guard against vaccine-preventable diseases. Find free & low-cost options for you & your family.

Food safety alerts, recalls, and warnings
Learn about warnings issued due to a safety risk or danger associated with a food.

Nationally Accredited
LA County Public Health meets rigorous standards to provide exceptional service to the communities we serve

Family Health
Learn about services, priorities & needs of infants, mothers, fathers, children & adolescents.

Alcohol & drugs
Do you need help finding treatment for addiction? We can help!

Hexavalent Chromium in Paramount
LA County Public Health is working with the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD)

Los Angeles County Homeless Initiative
Homelessness in Los Angeles County may feel like an impossible problem

Response to Exide
Exide's operations resulted in the release of harmful levels of lead and arsenic into the environment in the communities surrounding Exide's former Vernon facility.

Community Information Portal
Find information about the Health Research Study, how to get involved and background materials on the gas leak disaster and cleanup.

Employer of Choice
The County of Los Angeles has been named to Forbes' 2018 America's Best Employers List. Check out job listings within Public Health.

Public Health Goals and Accomplishments
Learn how Public Health is working to create healthy communities in LA County.

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Learn about the exciting opportunities available throughout LA Public Health.

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Domestic Violence & Intimate Partner Violence

The Los Angeles County Domestic Violence Council
provides leadership and support for addressing intimate partner violence.

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