Community Naloxone Training
Join the California Rural Indian Health Board (CRIHB) for a training open to the community covering how to administer naloxone. The topics that will be discussed are impact of opioid crisis Native American communities, identify signs of an overdose, and identify risks of an overdose. The training will take place at the Life Hope Center on 37901 Main Street in … Read More
Red Road BBQ/Potluck
Our Behavioral Health’s Red Road is hosting a BBQ/Potluck this month! Please come join us on Friday, July 19, 2019 from 11 am to 3 pm at Whale Park in Burney. Stop by this drug and alcohol free event with your favorite side dish. We hope to see you there!
Text Message Appointment Reminders
Pit River Health Service is now offering text message appointment reminders. If you have an upcoming medical, dental, or behavioral health appointment in Burney or Alturas, you are now able to receive a text message with the date and time of your appointment. Please contact one of our receptionists or our intake coordinator at (530) 335-3651 to sign up today!
Measles Case Confirmed in Shasta County
A MESSAGE FROM SHASTA COUNTY – Shasta County Health and Human Services Agency Public Health Branch continues to investigate a confirmed case of measles. Public Health officials urge residents to be aware of measles symptoms and to take precautions to help stop the spread. The Shasta County case is related to cases in Butte and Tehama Counties and are considered … Read More
Autistic Spectrum Support Community
Pit River Behavioral Health is organizing an Autistic Spectrum (ASD) support group for individuals (e.g., parents, siblings, and grandparents) who are caring for a child with ASD. Our goal is to create an ASD Support Community, share healthcare resources, and provide educational trainings specific to ASD. ASD is a developmental disorder effecting multicultural communities around the world. According to the … Read More
August is National Immunization Month
Immunizations are important for those of all ages, but children are most vulnerable and therefore it is important to vaccinate your children. The following are five important reasons to vaccinate your child according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Immunizations can save your child’s life. Because of advances in medical science, your child can be protected against more … Read More
Why Use a N95 Mask??
Small particles (from wildfire smoke) with diameters less than or equal to 10 micrometers, are also known as particle pollution or PM10, these can be inhaled deep into the lungs; exposure to the smallest particles can affect the lung and heart. Pregnant women, young children and elderly are the most vulnerable to smoke exposure. We encourage the N95 mask when … Read More