Health CareCalifornia says it's ready to vaccinate younger kids against COVID-19 when federal approval comesOctober 27, 2021 | Nicole NixonState health officials are urging eligible Californians to get booster shots to avoid another winter surge, while also planning how to vaccinate 3.5 million children ages 5-11 with federal approval a COVID-19 vaccine for younger kids expected soon.
Health CareWhat you need to know about COVID boostersOctober 26, 2021You've seen the headlines about COVID boosters. But what does it all mean for you? Here's how to sort through the science and figure out if and when you need a booster and which one to get.
Health CareCOVID and the flu: Is a ‘twindemic’ threat lurking again?October 23, 2021Experts hope continued masking will reduce this season’s dual threat of COVID and flu.
State GovernmentCalifornia hired a border wall company for COVID-19 response, including vaccinating migrantsOctober 19, 2021 | Scott RoddCalifornia used hundreds of medical staff from SLSCO to test and vaccinate undocumented Californians. That included work at community health centers around the state and along the border for newly arrived migrants. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareHospitals brace for strikes as California workers protest staff shortagesOctober 17, 2021Long-simmering disputes with unions over staffing are reaching crisis points. Almost a third of California hospitals report insufficient numbers of critical workers, including nurses, technicians and janitors. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCan we gather this winter? COVID-19 is slowing in California, but experts still say to be careful.October 14, 2021 | Sammy CaiolaCOVID-19 vaccines will likely spare California from another fall and winter surge, but the pandemic isn’t over and precautions are still needed this holiday season.
PolitiFact CaliforniaCan You Handle The Truth: Fact-checking false claims about COVID-19 vaccines and childrenOctober 14, 2021 | Chris Nichols | Randol WhiteThe overwhelming evidence shows COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective for adults children 12 and up, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and prevention. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia will soon require free tampons in public schoolsOctober 9, 2021The state's schools and colleges must stock their restrooms with free menstrual products under a new law. Women's rights advocates are pushing nationwide for affordable access to these products.
Health CareState health department blasted over nursing home oversightOctober 8, 2021The department charged with nursing home regulation blamed staffing shortages, turnover, training and pandemic pressures at Tuesday's hearing.
Health CareCalifornia vaccine mandate: Most health care workers are complying, hospitals sayOctober 3, 2021As the state’s COVID-19 vaccination mandate kicks in Thursday, several large hospital systems say 90% or more of their employees are vaccinated. But they don’t have to provide data to the state unless asked.
