Cochise County Health and Social Services

09/09/2026

🐾 Be in the know about rabies prevention!

Rabies is serious, but there are simple steps you can take to help protect yourself, your family, and your pets.

One of the most important tips? Never touch or handle wild animals --- dead or alive. 🦇🦨🦝

A little awareness can go a long way! Follow these simple rabies prevention tips to help keep yourself and your community safe.

09/09/2026

🍴 LESS THAN ONE WEEK AWAY!

Thinking about starting a small food business but not sure where to begin? The Working Together Informational Session is your chance to connect with local and state experts and get answers to your questions!

Learn about the differences between Cottage Food, Farmers Markets, and Temporary Food Events and what steps you need to take to get started.

📅 Tuesday, September 15
⏰ 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
📍 Legacy Foundation Event Center - Sierra Vista

✅ Get guidance from local and state experts
✅ Learn which licenses or permits may apply to you
✅ Ask questions about the process
✅ Find out what steps to take to start your small food business

💲 There is NO FEE to attend, but space is limited!

📲 Reserve your spot today by scanning the QR code on the flyer or registering here:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=z_GYb8gcn0WY6NiYaJbCcOHJpTZH5JRCpb3Tn_B3sDhUQ1hGMVg5NDRDU0hYVzg5TFRLMjdCVzFXRi4u

Don’t wait—save your spot and get the information you need to take the next step!

09/09/2026

Coming up Monday in Sierra Vista!

Do you know your blood pressure numbers? Join us for a FREE Hypertension Prevention presentation and learn simple steps you can take to help protect your heart and lower your risk of high blood pressure.

📅 Monday, September 14
⏰ 1:00 PM
📍 Sierra Vista Public Library
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Can't make it to Sierra Vista? Join us in Bisbee the next day.
📅Tuesday, September 1
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Copper Queen Library in Bisbee

🩺 FREE blood pressure checks will also be available!

No registration required - just show up and learn!

09/08/2026

🦟 Don’t let mosquitoes ruin your day!

One of the best ways to protect yourself from West Nile virus is to prevent mosquito bites in the first place.

A few simple steps can help:
💧 Get rid of standing water around your home
🦟 Use an EPA-registered insect repellent
👕 Wear long sleeves and pants when possible
🏠 Make sure window and door screens are in good condition

Learn more about how you can protect yourself and your family from mosquito bites:
🔗 https://www.cdc.gov/west-nile-virus/prevention/index.html

Protect yourself. Prevent mosquito bites. Reduce your risk. 🦟

09/08/2026

🤱💛 Looking for breastfeeding support? You don’t have to do it alone!

Join us in Douglas tomorrow at 11 AM for our Breastfeeding Circle! This is a welcoming space to:

✨ Connect with other parents and families
💬 Ask questions and share experiences
🤱 Get breastfeeding support and encouragement
💛 Build connections with others in your community

📅 Tomorrow at 11 AM
📍 Douglas Health Department

Whether you have questions, need a little extra support, or simply want to connect with others, we’d love to have you join us!

No registration required — just stop by! 💕

09/08/2026

It's ! 💜
This year's theme, "988 Reasons: Your reason is reason enough," reminds us that you don't have to be in crisis to reach out to the 988 Lifeline. Whatever you're facing, support is available.
Today, share what 988 means to you - whether it's reaching out for support, checking in on someone you care about, finding someone to talk to, or simply knowing that help is available when you need it.
Share your reason and help remind others that there's no wrong time to reach out to 988.

It's ! 💜

This year's theme, "988 Reasons: Your reason is reason enough," reminds us that you don't have to be in crisis to reach out to the 988 Lifeline. Whatever you're facing, support is available.

Today, share what 988 means to you - whether it's reaching out for support, checking in on someone you care about, finding someone to talk to, or simply knowing that help is available when you need it.

Share your reason and help remind others that there's no wrong time to reach out to 988.

09/07/2026

Tomorrow is 988 Day!

On 9/8, communities across the country will come together to raise awareness about the 988 Lifeline and remind people that whatever they're facing, their reason is reason enough to reach out for support.

Get ready to join the conversation, share 988 resources, and show your support for . Find everything you need in the 988 Day Toolkit: 988DayToolkit.org.

09/04/2026

🌞🎥 Yes... the benefits video is 5 minutes long. 😴

But that's because our benefits package is packed with so much good stuff, it couldn't fit into a 30-second reel!

🧋 Since it's weekend, grab a coffee, check it out when you have a few minutes, then scroll down for this week's Top 5 Job Highlights. Your next opportunity might be waiting. ⤵️


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🎯 This week's highlighted job openings at . 👀

🎯Code Compliance Officer
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cochise/jobs/5460080/code-compliance-officer-bisbee?page=1&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

🎯 Equipment Operator / Truck Driver – Western Regional Landfill, Whetstone
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cochise/jobs/5442706/equipment-operator-truck-driver-western-regional-landfill-whetstone?page=1&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

🎯 Judicial Call Center Generalist – Bisbee
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cochise/jobs/5290083/judicial-call-center-generalist-bisbee?page=2&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

🎯 Probation Support Trainee – Sierra Vista
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cochise/jobs/5472610/probation-support-trainee-sierra-vista?page=2&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

🎯 Systems Librarian – Bisbee
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cochise/jobs/5441318/systems-administrator-bisbee?page=2&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

09/04/2026

Please be advised our offices will be closed on Monday, September 7th, in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen Tuesday, September 8th.