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There are a lot of questions about how to safely shop for food and how to clean it before bringing it into your home to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Here's what experts recommend and what some local stores are doing.

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How To Donate Masks And Medical Supplies To Sacramento Region Hospitals

March 26, 2020

Some hospitals around the Sacramento region are accepting donations of N95 masks and other equipment to help health care workers during the coronavirus outbreak. Here's what they're looking for and how to donate.

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‘This Too Shall Pass’ — But Until Then, CapRadio Answers Your Questions About Seniors And COVID-19

March 24, 2020 | Ezra David Romero

People over 65 years old were the first population in California advised to socially distance or quarantine. Here’s how to protect seniors as the pandemic continues.

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COVID-19 Treatment, Recovery And Immunity: What You Need To Know

March 23, 2020 | Sammy Caiola

Early studies indicate that people can develop immunity to COVID-19 after contracting and surviving the illness. We’ve got the latest on coronavirus recovery, including at-home treatment.

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Rapid COVID-19 Testing Approved By The FDA

March 23, 2020

Dr. Aimee Sisson, the public health director for Placer County, discusses the newly approved COVID-19 rapid test. The FDA gave approval for the test this past Saturday.

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Is Stay-At-Home Order in California 'Too Little, Too Late,' An E.R. Doctor Wonders

March 21, 2020

In the country's largest state, hospitals are preparing for the worst-case scenario while urging the public to comply with stay-at-home orders.

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How To Cope With Anxiety, Loneliness During California's Stay At Home Order

March 20, 2020 | Sammy Caiola

CapRadio listeners asked about ways to cope with anxiety, loneliness and boredom while following the stay-at-home directive for the Sacramento area. Here are some things you can do to keep a sense of calm.

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Sacramento County Directs All Residents To Stay Home To Prevent Coronavirus Spread

March 17, 2020

Sacramento County health officials issued a directive calling on all residents to stay home "to the maximum extent possible" except for essential services to prevent the further spread of the coronavirus.

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