Environmental Health

The Environmental Health/Disease Control Division promotes and protects the safety of County residents through environmental regulation, inspections, public education, emergency preparedness, and disease control. Healthy environments help our community thrive!

3/7/2024 Advisory: FDA Alert Concerning Certain Cinnamon Products Due to Presence of Elevated Levels of Lead 
Please be advised as of March 7th: The FDA has identified various brands and lots of cinnamon products with elevated levels of lead.  One of the products was purchased in Maryland and the FDA is advising consumers to throw away these products if they have them. These products tend to have a long shelf life so consumers should thoroughly check their homes. Please see the advisory for further information.