Health CareInterview: Sacramento Health Officer Urges Residents Not To Gather As ICU Capacity DropsDecember 9, 2020 | Steve Milne | Megan ManataMuch of the state is under the new stay-at-home measures, and while the Greater Sacramento Region has not yet triggered the order, a county top health officer, Dr. Olivia Kasirye, thinks we should be prepared. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareWatch Live: California Health Officials Update On COVID-19 For Dec. 8December 8, 2020Watch live as California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly gives an update Tuesday on COVID-19 in the state.
State GovernmentCalifornia Gets Surge ICU Staff, Rolls Out App To Notify Users Of Covid-19 ExposureDecember 7, 2020 | Nicole NixonGov. Gavin Newom says more than 500 medical professionals will help staff strained hospitals and surge facilities by next week. The state is also rolling out an app to notify users when they’ve been in contact with someone who tested positive for the
Health CareLarger, Low-Income Nursing Homes At Higher Risk As COVID-19 Surges in California, Experts SayDecember 4, 2020 | Sammy CaiolaSkilled nursing facilities have been a major source of spread since the pandemic began. Experts say the problem is likely to get worse during the current surge.
Health CareVaccines Getting Closer: Governor Outlines Priorities For Who’s Up FirstDecember 4, 2020As California clamps down amid a daunting coronavirus surge, the state will begin placing its first vaccine orders Friday, officials announce.
State GovernmentHere's What To Know About California's New Regional Stay-At-Home OrderDecember 3, 2020 | Kris Hooks | Chris Hagan | Sammy CaiolaCalifornia announced on Dec. 3 a new regional stay-at-home order based on intensive care capacity. Here's a look at what the order covers, how a region or county can trigger or leave it, and what will stay open or close.
Health CareInterview: State Sen. Richard Pan On What California's Vaccine Distribution May Look LikeDecember 2, 2020 | Steve Milne | Megan ManataSeveral COVID-19 vaccines are under development, with some on their way to getting FDA approval soon. Sacramento-area state Senator and doctor Richard Pan explains what people can expect once the immunizations are officially approved.
Health CareSacramento’s Top Health Official To Resign Amid Record Breaking Coronavirus Case SurgeDecember 2, 2020 | Nick Miller | Scott RoddDr. Peter Beilenson, who has helped lead Sacramento County’s coronavirus response, says his decision to resign has “nothing to do with the stress of the job.”
Health CareCome for Your Eye Exam, Leave With a Band-Aid on Your ArmDecember 2, 2020You might be going in for just an eye exam or dental appointment, but you might leave with a shot in your arm. Optometrists and dentists are pushing for the authority to immunize patients during routine exams to assist with vaccine distribution.
