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Welcome to Jefferson County Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response!  Our staff is here to serve the public health needs of the community before, during, and after an event.   Emergency Preparedness involves the resources of public health, emergency response teams, law enforcement, community members, and our dedicated volunteers.  The Jefferson County Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response website is your resource for information, planning, and response needs.                                                                                                          Stay Informed!  Find us on:                               E-newsletter  Learn more by watching our video! For information on Emergency Preparedness and Bioterrorism, please click here.			Keep in mind that one of the goals of terrorist acts is to cause panic and unrest. Information and education is essential in minimizing the fear of the unknown. Educating yourself can go a long way towards reducing unnecessary anxiety. COHELP 1-877-462-2911 Colorado Health Emergency Line for the Public Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) partners with the Rocky Mountain Poison Center to provide consistent up-to-date information to the public on such topics as anthrax, avian flu, hantavirus, influenza/pneumonia, tuberculosis, ricin, SARS, mold, plague and other health threats.
"We are dedicated to improving our capabilities and working with others to reach the highest safety and security levels for the citizens of Jefferson County" Dr. Mark Johnson, JCPH Director

Last Modified: Jan 8, 2013 12:42 PM