Farmworkers Still Exposed to Highest Infection Rates
A Dec. 21 Ethnic Media Services briefing examined how the COVID-19 pandemic continues to negatively affect California's farmworkers....
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Dec
22
Dec
Community Gives Input on County Mental Health Services Funding
Contra Costa County invited community members to share their experiences and concerns regarding mental health care in a Dec. 15 online forum....
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Dec
Federal Government to Again Ship At-Home COVID Tests for Free as Part of Winter COVID Mitigation Strategy
The federal government is providing a new round of four free home COVID-19 test kits per household and encouraging people to get the omicron booster....
19
Dec
Rich City Rides to Loan Free E-Bikes
Beginning sometime next year, Rich City Rides will have 40 e-bikes available to rent for low-income people living in certain parts of Richmond....
15
Dec
Here’s How You Can Help Stop the Spread of COVID, Flu and RSV
COVID-19, flu and RSV are making people sick and straining hospitals. Wearing a mask, getting your shots and staying home when ill can help stop the spread....
09
Dec
Covid-19 Vaccination Clinics to Be Held Across 7 Bay Area Counties Ahead Of Winter Holidays
Walk-in clinics in seven Bay Area counties will offer COVID-19 primary vaccine and booster shots, toy drives, giveaways, crafting and food trucks on Saturday....
09
Dec
Supervisors Vote to Allow Cannabis Sales in Unincorporated Contra Costa County
The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to allow non-flavored cannabis and vaping products to be delivered and sold in unincorporated areas....
08
Dec
FDA Expands Omicron-Specific COVID-19 Booster Authorization to Children Under 5
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday expanded its authorization for the omicron-specific COVID-19 booster vaccine to include children under age 5....
07
Dec
Respiratory Virus Hospitalizations Expected to Severely Impact State’s Hospital Capacity
Flu, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus infections are outpacing the state's availability of pediatric hospital beds, a top health officials said Tuesday....
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Nov
Alarming Surge of Pediatric RSV
A virus with flu-like symptoms is infecting very young children in large numbers, causing a surge in the number of emergency room visits and hospitalizations....
28
Nov
State Grants Millions to Local Governments to Crack Down on Illegal Tobacco Sales to Minors
California's Tobacco Grant Program is meant to prevent retailers from ignoring federal tobacco laws and prevent youth from becoming addicted to smoking....
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Nov
County Offering 4 At-Home COVID-19 Tests for Free Via Mail-Order Program
Contra Costa County residents can request four free COVID-19 home testing kits online or by phone. The tests will be provided by the county by mail....
10
Nov
Anticipating Severe Flu Season, Red Cross Puts Out Call for Blood Donors
The American Red Cross said donors are urgently needed to bolster the organization's blood supply to prepare for a possible severe flu season....
10
Nov
State Health Officials Urge Preventative Measures for COVID, Flu, RSV
Health officials recommend steps such as COVID-19 and flu vaccines and mask-wearing to guard against diseases, also including respiratory syncytial virus. ...
07
Nov
COVID-19 Vaccines Can Reduce Risks of Infection and Long COVID
At an Ethnic Media Services press briefing Oct. 26, three health professionals spoke about challenges treating long COVID and stopping the spread of COVID-19....
