Fullerton Public Library - Fullerton, California

CJ M.

New gang out! Maybe they are tutors to help you or your kids.

Thanks Karen!

You've listed some contagious diseases commonly found among homeless populations. These conditions are often linked to:

1. Poor sanitation and hygiene
2. Limited access to healthcare
3. Overcrowding in shelters
4. Substance abuse
5. Malnutrition

Here's a brief overview of each disease:

1. HIV (6.2-35%): Human Immunodeficiency Virus, potentially leading to AIDS.

2. Hepatitis B (17-30%): Liver infection, potentially causing chronic liver disease.

3. Hepatitis C (12-30%): Liver infection, often asymptomatic but potentially chronic.

4. Tuberculosis (1.2-6.8%): Bacterial infection affecting lungs, potentially spreading to others.

5. Scabies (3.8-56%): Skin infestation by mites, causing intense itching.

6. Body lice (7-22%): Parasites living on human bodies, spreading diseases.

7. Bartonella quintana (2-30%): Louse-borne disease causing fever, headache, and rash.

Healthcare professionals and outreach organizations working with homeless populations should:

1. Provide education on disease prevention
2. Offer vaccinations (e.g., Hepatitis B)
3. Conduct regular screenings
4. Distribute personal hygiene items
5. Ensure access to treatment and care

Sources:

- CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
- WHO (World Health Organization)
- National Coalition for the Homeless

Would you like information on organizations helping homeless populations or resources for disease prevention?

S E.

The library... where book lovers and knowledge hungry readers hang out.... But now adays.. it's more like the homeless and indigent... what's up with all the homeless hanging out outside? They must really love to read..... or sleep... or wash in the restroom? hm.....

The Fullerton library is unlike most librarys... and most librarys are pretty darn good... with all the taxes I pay.. I may as well check out some books and read them! Why buy them when I have an entire building dedicated to the books I support with my tax dollars... Let's get to reading...

There's even a cafe next door... haven't tried it so can't tel you how lousy the sandwiches are.. but I bet they're ok....

Stefanie K.

Lots of resources shared. The preschool storytime is well run and the kids were very engaged.

Z Z.

Great library, staff are helpful, book selections are plentiful. But parking can be difficult sometimes, due to most of the covered parking are occupied by a few “daily visitors” all year long. And there are some homeless people in the library, though most of them are respectful.

Jose E.

Favorite place to beat the summer heat with a good book and my favorite home made ice coffe. Quiet, study indoucing atmosphere.

Margaret M.

Harasses homeless people and isn't open on Mondays. 48% of the city budget goes to the police (78% of which goes directly to their ridiculously high salaries) meanwhile we can't even have the library open the whole week because they only get a tiny 3%. Fix your priorities, Fullerton!

Richard C.

This library is amazing!!! My kids absolutely loved it. The collection is great! My daughter was very happy with the teenage section, and my younger children found everything they wanted. I was also impressed with the adult fantasy section and have started reading new books I haven't heard of. Would recommend to anyone.

V O. V. V. Y. L.

The library does such a great community service by offering the passport services all week long! You have to get there early because many people come for the service, but the staff is great! Ms. Andrea did an outstanding job with a great smile! very helpful, and willing to go out of her way to provide the best service. She made my family and I feel very comfortable. Kudos! and Thank you!