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This week’s Cochino List includes El Sahuayo Mexican Food, Los Amigos Market & Liquor and Seventeen Food Store

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of July 5 to July 12. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Seventeen Food Store, 2102 W. 17th St., Santa Ana, Closed: July 10, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 11
  • Los Amigos Market & Liquor, 2231 W. Fifth St., Santa Ana, Closed: July 8, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 11
  • El Sahuayo Mexican Food, 1717 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: July 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Update: Casa del Rey at 230 W. Warner Ave., Suite 101, Santa Ana, closed July 3 because of insufficient hot water, reopened July 5.
  • La Vida Cantina at The Triangle, 1870 Harbor Blvd., Suite A-209, Costa Mesa, Closed: July 9, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 11
  • The Home Depot, 601 S. Placentia Ave., Fullerton, Closed: July 10, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 12
  • Hong Kong Express, 930 W. Orangethorpe Ave., Fullerton, Closed: July 9, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 11
  • T.P. Banh Bao 2.5, 10032 McFadden Ave., Westminster, Closed: July 8, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: July 11
  • Beach Karaoke, 8560 Beach Blvd., Suite 101, Buena Park, Closed: July 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 9
  • El Pollo Loco, 1941 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, Closed: July 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 7
  • Update: Miguel’s at 26592 Towne Centre Drive, Lake Forest, closed July 3 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened July 5.

Lighting illegal fireworks means you’re an anarchist, not a patriot

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It’s the 4th of July which means when the sun goes down it will be total mayhem again, as it is every year, here in Santa Ana. This does not mean folks in town love our country. It means they are anarchists and they don’t give a damn about the rule of law.

Although lighting illegal fireworks is a crime a lot of folks in Santa Ana do it. And that includes a lot of white residents. I recall last year watching a neighbor in my Park Santiago neighborhood unloading a pile of illegal mortars from the trunk of his shiny black Tesla. I am sure that scene will be repeated tonight, all over town.

Playing with illegal fireworks is an incredibly stupid idea – but don’t take my word for it. Fireworks were involved in an estimated 9,100 injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments during calendar year 2018 (95 percent confidence interval 7,000–11,100). The estimated rate of emergency department-treated injuries is 2.8 per 100,000 individuals in the United States, according to the CPSC.

Here are some more fun facts about illegal fireworks:

  • Of the 5,600 estimated fireworks-related injuries sustained, 64 percent were to males, and 36 percent were to females.
  • Children younger than 15 years of age accounted for 36 percent of the estimated injuries. Similar to last year, nearly half of the estimated emergency department treated, fireworks-related injuries were to individuals younger than 20 years of age.
  • Children 10 to 14 years of age had the highest estimated rate of emergency department-treated, fireworks-related injuries (5.2 injuries per 100,000 people).
  • Older teens, 15 to 19 years of age, had the second highest estimated rate (3.1 injuries per 100,000 people).
  • There were an estimated 500 emergency department-treated injuries associated with sparklers and 200 with bottle rockets.
  • There were an estimated 1,000 emergency department-treated injuries associated with firecrackers. Of these, an estimated 33 percent were associated with small firecrackers, an estimated 13 percent with illegal firecrackers, and an estimated 54 percent with firecrackers for which there was no specific information.
  • The parts of the body most often injured were hands and fingers (an estimated 28 percent); legs (an estimated 24 percent); eyes (an estimated 19 percent); head, face, and ears (an estimated 15 percent); and arms (an estimated 4 percent).
  • Forty-four percent of the emergency department-treated injuries were burns. Burns were the most common injury to hands, fingers, and arms.

There is a free 4th of July event today at Centennial Park. Click here for details.

Follow these safety tips when using fireworks:

  • Never allow young children to play with or ignite fireworks.
  • Avoid buying fireworks that are packaged in brown paper because this is often a sign that the fireworks were made for professional displays and that they could pose a danger to consumers.
  • Always have an adult supervise fireworks activities. Parents don’t realize that young children suffer injuries from sparklers. Sparklers burn at temperatures of about 2,000 degrees – hot enough to melt some metals.
  • Never place any part of your body directly over a fireworks device when lighting the fuse. Back up to a safe distance immediately after lighting fireworks.
  • Never try to re-light or pick up fireworks that have not ignited fully.
  • Never point or throw fireworks at another person.
  • Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose handy in case of fire or other mishap.
  • Light fireworks one at a time, then move back quickly.
  • Never carry fireworks in a pocket or shoot them off in metal or glass containers.
  • After fireworks complete their burning, douse the spent device with plenty of water from a bucket or hose before discarding it to prevent a trash fire.
  • Make sure fireworks are legal in your area before buying or using them.

This week’s Cochino List includes the Santa Ana Country Club, MJ Cafe and Original Mike’s (again)

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of June 21 to June 28 . Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Carniceria Zaragoza’s, 1229 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: June 27, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: June 27
  • Restaurant at Santa Ana Country Club, 20382 Newport Blvd., Santa Ana, Closed: June 27, Reason: Rodent/cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 27
  • Original Mike’s, 100 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: June 24, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 25
  • MJ Cafe, 1640 E. First St., Suite H, Santa Ana, Closed: June 24, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 25
  • The Bird, 912 Williamson Ave., Fullerton, Permit downgraded to prepackaged foods only: June 26, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair
  • Yaho Grill, 9111 Valley View, Suite 105, Cypress, Closed: June 26, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Thai Famous, 11891 Euclid St., Garden Grove, Closed: June 26, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 27
  • Pita Hot, 1343 E. Chapman Ave., Fullerton, Closed: June 25, Reason: Ongoing foodborne illness investigation, Reopened: June 28
  • Roll Star Sushi, 1841 W. Lincoln Ave., Suite B, Anaheim, Closed: June 21, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 24
  • Denny’s, 1168 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, Closed: June 21, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 22

This week’s Cochino List includes Original Mike’s

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of June 13 to June 21. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

Here is the list:

  • Original Mike’s, 100 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: June 21, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 21
  • Update: The Burger Stop at 2302 S. Broadway, Santa Ana, closed June 11 because of insufficient hot water, reopened June 12.
  • Center Club, 650 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, Closed: June 20, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 20
  • Pita Hot, 1343 E. Chapman Ave., Fullerton, Closed: June 19, Reason: Ongoing foodborne illness investigation, Reopened: June 20
  • Chick-fil-a, 1647 E. Imperial Highway, Brea, Closed: June 19, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: June 19
  • Poke Cafe, 3109 Newport Blvd., Newport Beach, Closed: June 19, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 20
  • Tandoori Garden, 30 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: June 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 19
  • The Loft Hawaiian Restaurant, 7862 Warner Ave., Suite 105, Huntington Beach, Closed: June 18, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 19
  • M Bakery, 13038 Chapman Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: June 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 19
  • 7-Eleven, 1097 Baker St., Costa Mesa, Closed: June 17, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 18
  • Cafe Sky, 9550 Bolsa Ave., Suite 129, Westminster, Closed: June 13, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 14
  • Mazara Trattoria, 18027 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, Closed: June 13, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 15
  • Update: Walt’s Wharf at 201 Main St., Seal Beach, closed June 7 because of a rodent infestation, reopened June 14.

This week’s Cochino List includes the Burger Stop and a 99c Only Store

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of June 6 to June 14. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Pho Moc Restaurant, 3708 Westminster Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: June 11, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: June 11
  • The Burger Stop, 2302 S. Broadway, Santa Ana, Closed: June 11, Reason: Insufficient hot water
  • 99c Only Stores, 2311 S. Bristol St., Santa Ana, Closed: June 10, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 11
  • Birrieria Barba Loca, 2031 E. First St., Suite A5, Santa Ana, Closed: June 7, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: June 10
  • Peking Kitchen, 413 W. 17th St., Suite 101, Santa Ana, Closed: June 6, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 7
  • Charley’s Philly Steaks at The Outlets at Orange, 20 City Blvd., Suite F4, Orange, Closed: June 10, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 11
    La Langosta    , 13571 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: June 13, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 14
  • Inka Grill, 260 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, Closed: June 13, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 14
  • Fa-Sai Thai, 12910 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: June 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 13
  • Aioli, 2540 Main St., Suite L, Irvine, Closed: June 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 13
  • Ding Tea, 9828 Garden Grove Blvd., Suite 104, Garden Grove, Closed: June 12, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: June 12
  • Anaheim Moose Lodge, 317 W. Cerritos Ave., Anaheim, Closed: June 11, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 11
  • Donut Depot, 1660 Dove St., Newport Beach, Closed: June 11, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Terrace Grille at Mission Viejo Country Club, 26200 Country Club Drive, Mission Viejo, Closed: June 11, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 11
  • Cafe International, 3198 Airport Loop Drive., Suite H2A, Costa Mesa, Closed: June 10, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 13
  • Jersey Mike’s Subs, 23572 El Toro Road, Suite B, Lake Forest, Closed: June 10, Reason: Ongoing foodborne illness investigation, Reopened: June 11
  • Pom & Olive, 1400 Bristol St., Suite C, Costa Mesa, Closed: June 10, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 11
  • Kitchen at St. Justin Martyr, 2050 W. Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: June 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Oggi’s, 2595 E. Chapman Ave., Fullerton, Closed: June 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • W Cafe, 16205 Sand Canyon Ave., Suite 110, Irvine, Closed: June 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 7
  • Walt’s Wharf, 201 Main St., Seal Beach, Closed: June 7, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Chao Village, 430 S. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: June 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 7
  • Kitchen at Glowzone, 7227 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: June 6, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 7

This week’s Cochino List includes Birrieria Nochistlan and Original Mike’s

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of May 30 to June 7. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Birrieria Nochistlan, 1628 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: June 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 5
  • Original Mike’s, 100 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: May 31, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 31
  • China Olive, 3420 S. Bristol St., Santa Ana, Closed: May 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 31
  • Update: Vida & Bienestar at 1202 S. Main St., Santa Ana, closed May 24 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened May 31.
  • Subway, 721 S. Weir Canyon Road, Suite 127, Anaheim, Closed: June 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 5
  • Butterleaf, 2222 Michelson Drive, Suite 214, Irvine, Closed: June 3, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: June 5
  • Blackmarket Bakery, 211 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, Closed: June 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 4
  • Donut Star, 22331 El Toro Road, Suite D, Lake Forest, Closed: June 3, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: June 4
  • Pizzeria Amore, 24338 El Toro Road, Suite C, Laguna Woods, Closed: June 3, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: June 5
  • Yard House, 160 S. Brea Blvd., Brea, Closed: June 3, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 4
  • Ruby’s, 1 Main St., Huntington Beach, Closed: May 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 31
  • Update: The Flame Broiler at 2100 Katella Ave., Suite 100, Anaheim, closed May 30 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened June 1.

This week’s Cochino List includes Claim Jumper and Vida Y Bienestar

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of May 23 to May 31. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Vida Y Bienestar, 1202 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: May 24, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Claim Jumper at South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bristol St., Suite 2078, Costa Mesa, Closed: May 28, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 29
  • The Flame Broiler, 2100 Katella Ave., Suite 100, Anaheim, Closed: May 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Sea Food Paradise, 8602 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, Closed: May 28, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 29
  • Yasai Japanese Grill, 16277 Laguna Canyon Road, Suite C, Irvine, Closed: May 24, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: May 25
  • El Farolito Jr. of Fullerton, 310 N. Harbor Blvd., Suite 103, Fullerton, Closed: May 23, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: May 24
  • Barley Forge Brewing Co., 2957 Randolph Ave., Suite B, Costa Mesa, Closed: May 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 24
  • Update: Thai & Chinese Express at 2540 Main St., Suite J, Irvine, closed May 22 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened May 24.
  • Update: Roscoe’s House of Chicken N Waffles at 2110 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, closed May 22 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened May 24.

OC Supervisor Andrew Do wants healthcare to be provided to the homeless right away

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Santa Ana, California – Today, Supervisor Andrew Do unveiled his Homeless Health Care Action Plan  in response to CalOptima’s slow rate of progress for homeless services.  Out of the 210 homeless deaths last year, 153 were CalOptima members. In light of this humanitarian crisis, Supervisor Do called for a Special CalOptima Board of Directors meeting on June 14 to vote on his action plan.

In a letter to CalOptima CEO Michael Schrader, Supervisor Do made clear his frustrations.

“I am frustrated that out of the 210 homeless deaths last year, 153 were CalOptima members, despite my repeated requests for such services through all of last year,” said Do, who also sits on the CalOptima Board of Directors. “If ever, the time for action is now. We have had 25 more homeless deaths in the first two months of 2019 alone.”

You can read the full letter here. 

Taking Responsibility: CalOptima’s Delayed Response to Homeless Deaths

CalOptima has been reluctant to claim homeless individuals as CalOptima members. Now that the facts are overwhelmingly clear, waiting for more feasibility studies or meetings to discuss what can be done is not an option. Homeless residents are, by definition, indigent. It is CalOptima’s responsibility to find ways to bring health care to them.

“Homeless individuals should receive the health care they need. This is especially true if they have gone through the process to enroll. It is CalOptima’s responsibility to find ways to bring health care to them,” said Supervisor Do. “If one CalOptima member is experiencing homelessness that should be enough for this agency to spring into action.”

In February, $60 million in new unnamed homeless health initiatives was allocated by the CalOptima Board of Directors. To date, no proposals are forthcoming for the June Board meeting and the CalOptima Board does not meet in July. Such a delay may result in more deaths and six months before any action is taken.

Taking Action: Supervisor Do’s Homeless CARE Proposal

In the several months since the Board of Directors authorized Supervisor Do’s proposed Mobile Health Team, CalOptima has only served 47 individuals out of a population of almost 6,860 homeless residents countywide. Of those 47 patients, 36 were CalOptima members. Supervisor Do is requesting a Special Board of Directors meeting to convene on June 14 where he plans to propose the following to spend the $60 million allocated:

  • Clinic health care services in all homeless shelters – $10 million 
  • Authorize mobile health team to respond to all homeless providers – $10 million
  • Residential support services and housing navigation – $20 million
  • Extend recuperative care for homeless individuals with chronic physical health issue-$20 million

“We can adopt, as a Board, a philosophy of finding a way to say yes,” explained Supervisor Do, “Or we can continue to say no, while people are suffering and dying on the street.”

This week’s Cochino List includes Pho Good and 3 Blossoms

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Restaurants and other food businesses closed by health inspectors in Orange County from May 10 to May 17.

  • Update: El Farol at 1840 S. Standard Ave., Suite 102, Santa Ana, closed May 8 because of a rodent infestation, reopened May 9
  • Pho Good, 9752 Chapman Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: May 10, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 16
  • 3 Blossoms, 10495 Bolsa Ave., Suite 108, Westminster, Closed: May 13, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: May 13
  • Beba’s, 1909 E. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, Closed: May 16, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Mother Indian Cuisine, 688 Baker St., Suite 8, Costa Mesa, Closed: May 15, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 16
  • Maria’s Kusina, 6901 La Palma Ave., Buena Park, Closed: May 14, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 16
  • Market at 76 Station, 14886 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, Closed: May 13, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 14
  • Hot Pot Legend, 6638 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine, Closed: May 13, Reason: Sewage overflow
  • Update: Waterfalls Restaurant at The Atrium Hotel, 18700 MacArthur Blvd., Irvine, closed May 6 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened May 13.

A little girl from Santa Ana benefited from the Steppin’ Up for Kids walk in Cypress last week

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Over 100 local UnitedHealthcare employees participated in the Steppin’ Up for Kids (SUFK) walk in Cypress this past week. Hosted by the UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation (UHCCF), SUFK is a national initiative that encourages people to engage in healthier lifestyles while raising funds for medical grants for kids.

Tessa Adams and Meghan Newkirk

Tessa Adams, a 7-year-old girl from Santa Ana, is a UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation grant recipient. She suffers from Type 1 Diabetes and severe nut allergies. Her grant  will be used for her insulin pump, medical supplies, doctor visits, allergy shots and prescriptions.Tessa was awarded the grant at the UnitedHealthcare’s Steppin’ Up For Kids Walk in Cypress. 

One of five walks taking place nationally, the employees in Cypress raised over $10,000 to be donated to the Foundation, which provides grants to help families with children that have medical needs not covered or not fully covered by their commercial health insurance plan. Seven year old Tessa Adams, whose family has received a Foundation grant, was at the event in Cypress to cheer on the walkers and assist with the check presentation.

“Since 2017, Steppin’ Up for Kids has raised nearly $120,000 and participants have taken more than 4 million steps toward funding medical grants for children across the United States,” said Rob Falkenberg, CEO, UnitedHealthcare of California. “I am proud that our employees in California are part of this amazing movement.”

UHCCF is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that was founded in 1999. Since 2007, UHCCF has awarded 18,000 grants valued at $41 million to children and their families across the United States. UHCCF’s funding is provided by contributions from individuals, corporations and UnitedHealth Group employees. Families can receive up to $5,000 annually per child ($10,000 lifetime maximum per child), and do not need to have insurance through UnitedHealthcare to be eligible.

Two more measles cases reported in Orange County

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An Orange County infant too young to have been vaccinated and a Long Beach man are the latest confirmed cases of measles in Southern California, according to KTLA.

The baby, who is younger than 1, is being treated at Children’s Hospital of Orange County according to the Orange County Health Care Agency.

The child has no history of international travel. It was Orange County’s second reported measles case this year.

The Long Beach man, a graduate student at UC Irvine, had been vaccinated and also had no recent history of travel outside the country, according to the L.A. Times.

The man had been on campus on three days while suffering from the measles, exposing others there to the highly contagious disease, according to the Orange County Health Care Agency.

A small percentage of vaccinated people can still become affected, Which is what happened to the UCI student. Vaccinated people who become ill end up with usually milder cases with less complications.

Please see the OC exposure locations below for more information:

  • 5 Hutton Centre Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92707, April 23 – 25 from 7:45 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. daily
  • St. Jude Emergency Department, 101 E. Valencia Mesa Dr., Fullerton, CA 92835, April 27 from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.
  • AMC Movie Theater, 1001 S. Lemon St., Fullerton, CA 92832, April 25 from 11 p.m. – April 26 at 4 a.m
  • CHOC Emergency Department, 4/28/19 from 7 p.m. – 10:30 p.m., 4/30/19 from 9:30 p.m. through 5/1/19 at 12:15 a.m., 5/2/19 from 11:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
  • The Pickled Monk, Fullerton, 5/3/19 from 1:45 – 3:30 p.m.
  • Brick Basement Antiques, Fullerton, 5/3/19 from 2:40 – 4 p.m.
  • Buffalo Exchange, Fullerton, 5/3/19 from 3 – 4:15 p.m.
  • 8Eightyeight Cigar, Fullerton on 5/3/10 from 3:15 – 5 p.m.
  • UCI Humanities, Instructional Building 100, 4/29/19 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  • UCI Murray Krieger Hall, Classic Department, 4 th Floor, 4/29/19 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • UCI Humanities Hall 112, 4/30/19 from 2 – 5 p.m.
  • UCI Student Health Center, 5/2/19 from 1 – 3 p.m

Measles is immediately reportable in Orange County, even if the case has not yet been confirmed but is suspected. To report a case, health care providers/facilities should call OCHCA Epidemiology at 714-834-8180. Zero to three (0-3) cases of measles are generally reported each year in Orange County, associated with exposure outside the County. However, Orange County had outbreaks of measles in 2014 and 2015, and actually was in the forefront of the 2015 multi-state outbreak linked to Disneyland.

This week/s Cochino List includes El Tapatio Dos Mexicanos Grill

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of April 25 to May 3. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • El Tapatio Dos Mexicanos Grill, 1214 E. Pomona St., Santa Ana, Closed: May 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 2
  • Cha Oc Gia Huy, 10536 McFadden Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: May 1, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 3
  • Bo Kho 18, 10522 McFadden Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: April 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 1
  • Checker’s Grill, 765 The City Drive, Suite 130, Orange, Closed: April 26, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 29
  • Update: Country Club Donuts at 20040 Santa Ana Ave., Costa Mesa, closed April 24 because of a rodent infestation, reopened April 25.
  • Update: Haagen-Dazs at The Outlets at Orange, 20 City Blvd., Suite A-109, Orange, closed April 22 because of insufficient hot water, reopened April 23.
  • Picante’s, 907 S. Euclid Ave., Anaheim, Closed: May 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 2
  • Westend, 814 W. 19th St., Costa Mesa, Closed: May 1, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 2
  • The Flame Broiler, 2100 Katella Ave., Suite 100, Anaheim, Closed: May 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Mystic Water Kava Bar at Old World Village, 7561 Center Ave., Suite 6, Huntington Beach, Closed: April 30, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 1
  • Panaderia La Union No 2, 1847 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, Closed: April 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 1
  • Arby’s, 23862 Bridger Road, Lake Forest, Closed: April 30, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: May 1
  • Sky Express at Mitsuwa Marketplace, 665 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: April 30, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 1
  • Miyabi-Tei at Mitsuwa Marketplace, 665 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: April 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 1
  • 98c Jumbo Dollar, 410 W. La Habra Blvd., La Habra, Closed: April 29, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 29
  • Los Pinos, 26721 Rancho Parkway, Lake Forest, Closed: April 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 29

A measles exposure may have occurred in Santa Ana between April 23 to 25

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The OC Health Care Agency (HCA) has confirmed the first case of measles in 2019, a resident of Placentia in her 20s who reported recent international travel to one of many countries currently experiencing widespread measles activity. The individual is considered infectious between April 23 and May 1, 2019 and is currently under voluntary isolation at home.

Orange County residents may have been exposed to measles since the ill person visited public locations while infectious. Community members with questions related to measles or potential exposure to this case may call the HCA Health Referral Line at 1 (800)-564-8448.

The HCA has been working with the facilities listed below to contact people who may have been exposed to this case and who are at increased risk of severe outcomes, such as infants, pregnant women, and those with compromised immune systems.

Potential exposure locations and times:

People who were in the location(s) above around the same time as the individual with measles should:

  • Review their vaccination history if they have not previously had measles; people who have not had measles or the measles vaccine are at higher risk after an exposure, so they should talk with a health care provider about receiving Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccination.
  • Monitor themselves for illness with fever and/or an unexplained rash from 7 days to 21 days after their exposure (the time period when symptoms may develop); if symptoms develop, stay at home and call a health care provider immediately.
  • Although this is the first case confirmed in the county this year, an increase in measles cases has been reported throughout the U.S. and globally. Additional cases and exposures may occur here related to returning travelers and Orange County residents are encouraged to be up-to-date with their vaccinations.

“Measles is a highly contagious and potentially severe disease that causes fever, rash, cough, and red, watery eyes,” said Dr. Nichole Quick, Interim County Health Officer. “It spreads very easily by air and by direct contact with an infected person, and is contagious from approximately four days before the rash appears through four days after the rash appears. The MMR vaccine is a simple, inexpensive, and very effective measure to prevent the spread of this serious virus.”

For more information about measles, visit www.cdc.gov/measles or www.ochealthinfo.com/measles.

This week’s Cochino List includes En Tu Boca and Del Taco

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of April 18 to April 26. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • En Tu Boca at McFadden Public Market, 515 N. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: April 24, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 26
  • Del Taco, 2300 N. Tustin Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: April 18, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 25
  • Haagen-Dazs at The Outlets at Orange, 20 City Blvd., Suite A-109, Orange, Closed: April 22, Reason: Insufficient hot water
  • Tana Ethiopian Restaurant & Market, 2622 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, Closed: April 24, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 25
  • Burger King, 1329 S. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: April 24, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 25
  • Tam’s Restaurant & Sandwiches, 12332 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, Closed: April 24, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 25
  • Country Club Donuts, 20040 Santa Ana Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: April 24, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • The Home Depot, 1855 N. Tustin Ave., Orange, Closed: April 23, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 24
  • Lac Cam Music, 15041 Moran St., Suite 103, Westminster, Closed: April 22, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 24
  • Pumper Jumpers, 160 E. Imperial Highway, Fullerton, Permit downgraded to prepackaged foods only: April 22, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair
  • Raffa’s, 211 S. Harbor Blvd., La Habra, Closed: April 19, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 20
  • Bari Bari Japanese Steak House, 19677 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda, Closed: April 19, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 20
  • Yu’s Garden, 5408 Walnut Ave., Suite H, Irvine, Closed: April 18, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 19
  • Trabuco Oaks Steakhouse, 20782 Trabuco Oaks Drive, Trabuco Canyon, Closed: April 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 19
  • Vishnu Restaurant & Catering, 17945 Sky Park Circle, Suite J, Irvine, Closed: April 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 19

This week’s Cochino List includes the Tenampa Sports Bar

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of April 11 to April 19. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • The Tenampa Sports Bar, 4522 W. First St., Santa Ana, Closed: April 16, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: April 16
  • The Tulsa Rib Company, 220 E. Katella Ave., Orange, Closed: April 15, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 16
  • JK Food Store, 492 N. Tustin Ave., Orange, Closed: April 17, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 19
  • OB Square, 13832 Red Hill Ave., Tustin, Closed: April 16, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 17
  • Walt’s Wharf, 201 Main St., Seal Beach, Closed: April 17, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 18
  • Nekter Juice Bar, 20355 Yorba Linda Blvd., Suite E, Yorba Linda, Closed: April 17, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 17
  • Mr. G’s, 305 Marine Ave., Newport Beach, Closed: April 16, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: April 18
  • Big Bob’s Liquor, 409 E. La Habra Blvd., La Habra, Closed: April 16, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 16
  • Tio Chava’s Mexican Restaurant, 18452 Yorba Linda Blvd., Suite C, Yorba Linda, Closed: April 15, Reason: Plumbing in disrepair, Reopened: April 15
  • Food Mart at Shell gas station, 32001 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, Permit downgraded to prepackaged foods only: April 12, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair, Full permit reinstated: April 16
  • Dos Amigos, 8546 Chapman Ave., Stanton, Closed: April 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 16
  • Kitchen at El Bekal, 1320 S Sanderson Ave., Anaheim, Closed: April 11, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 12
  • Casa Dulce at Anaheim Marketplace, 1440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite I-8, Anaheim, Closed: April 11, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 11
  • Cafeteria at Crescent Elementary School, 5001 E. Gerda Drive, Anaheim, Closed: April 11, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 15
  • We Got It! at 76 station, 8505 Katella Ave., Stanton, Closed: April 11, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 11
  • Art Of The Party, 17290 Newhope St., Suite A, Fountain Valley, Closed: April 11, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 15
  • Marisqueria La Jaiba Loka, 1440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suites I-18-20, Anaheim, Closed: April 11, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 12
  • Update: Pizza Pub at 1501 W. Whittier Blvd., La Habra, closed April 11 because of a rodent infestation, reopened April 12.
  • Update: Cafeteria at Orangewood Academy, 13732 Clinton St., Garden Grove, closed April 9 because of a rodent infestation, reopened April 12.
  • Update: Kitchen at Vagabond Inn, 3205 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, closed April 9 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened April 15.