Health CareNew California Bills Address Growing Valley Fever ProblemJanuary 15, 2018 | Sammy CaiolaThe number of statewide Valley Fever cases has reached its highest since the state began tracking the disease. Public health officials, patient groups and now lawmakers are looking for new ways to prevent and diagnose it. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareFlu Season: Particularly Rough, Or Just A Bit Early?January 9, 2018 | Sammy CaiolaThis year’s flu season is hitting early and hard. Hospitals are inundated, and officials want everyone to get their shots. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health Officials Say California Flu Season RampantJanuary 24, 2017Doctors say from year to year, flu seasons have natural fluctuations. Some are moderate. Some are bad. This year, California doctors and public health officials are calling the influenza severe and widespread. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Washoe County Reports 1st Flu-Related Death Of SeasonOctober 21, 2016(AP) - A day after Clark County confirmed its first flu-related death of the season in the Las Vegas-area, Washoe County health officials reported their first flu fatality in northern Nevada.
Health CareNot Too Early For Flu ShotsSeptember 29, 2014 | Pauline BartoloneFlu season usually starts up in October, and that's just around the corner. Health officials recommend getting flu shots as soon as they're available. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
