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County of Santa Clara Health Officer and national pioneer in COVID-19 response Dr. Sara Cody announces her retirement
A nationally recognized public health leader, Dr. Cody served as the County’s Health Officer for 12 years, playing a crucial role in the County’s proactive response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Third Annual Perinatal Equity Conference 2025
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News release
County of Santa Clara Health Officer and national pioneer in COVID-19 response Dr. Sara Cody announces her retirement
A nationally recognized public health leader, Dr. Cody served as the County’s Health Officer for 12 years, playing a crucial role in the County’s proactive response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Black Infant Health and Perinatal Equity Initiative continue to decrease disparities in birth outcomes in Santa Clara County
Despite recent progress, African/African Ancestry women and infants still face significant challenges.
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Improved oral health in Santa Clara County children highlights the beginning of National Children’s Dental Health Month
Despite improvements, more than a quarter of kindergarteners in Santa Clara County had at least one cavity, when surveyed.
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