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How to get a COVID-19 vaccine in Placer County

FILE - In this Jan. 12, 2021, file photo, a pharmacist prepares a dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine at UC Davis Health, in Sacramento, Calif.

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Covered California health insurance special enrollment begins

Health. Covered California offers $1 a month health insurance with special enrollment period beginning April 12. Lower premium costs could affect 2.5 million Californians …

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Universal healthcare for California

Updated: 5:57 AM PST January 12, 2022. SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Governor Gavin Newsom doubled down on his commitment to pass universal healthcare in California …

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COVID, Flu cases on the rise in 6 Northern California counties

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says respiratory illnesses are rising in a handful of states, including California, resulting in more Influenza and COVID-19 …

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Healthcare gap in Yolo County bridged with new medical center

Angel Barajas, a Yolo County supervisor, said this is just the beginning. “The life expectancy in Capay Valley ranges between 77 and 80 years old, but yet Yolo county is 81, …

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National LGBTQ Health Awareness Week 2024 abc10.com

SACRAMENTO COUNTY, Calif. — Hundreds of organizations across the country are recognizing National LGBTQ Health Awareness Week. It takes place from March 18-22, …

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Why did the WHO change the definition of herd immunity

THE ANSWER. The WHO has changed their definition of herd immunity on their COVID-19 page over the course of the year. But it hasn’t been done in secret. They’ve …

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Here's how to get a coronavirus test in Sacramento abc10.com

You will need internet access and a Google account," Verily's Rachel Ford Hutman said. To be eligible for a test, you must be 18 years of age and live in the United States. For …

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'Dry January' can bring physical, mental health benefits abc10.com

If someone is struggling with cutting back or stopping, they can reach out to their primary care provider for resources. If they are having trouble getting connected to services …

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County aims to end racial disparities with Black healthcare

A campaign between Sacramento County and First Five Sacramento hopes to address health inequities for African American families.

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Black people are at a higher risk for cardiovascular disease, expert

CALIFORNIA, USA — Heart disease is the leading cause of death for Americans. Research shows black people are 30% more likely to die from it. Another 30 to 40% have high …

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Sutter Health facility in Folsom to begin construction 2024

As announced during Mayor Mike Kozlowski's State of the City address, Sutter Health will soon begin construction on a new state-of-the-art 106,000-square-foot Ambulatory …

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Zyn pouches: What to know about the popular nicotine pouch …

The little, white, rectangular pouches are filled with nicotine and meant to be put underneath the lip. 9NEWS parenting expert Dr. Sheryl Ziegler said parents need to be aware …

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Sacramento suicide prevention center sees 40% jump in calls

WellSpace Health answers every local call made to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. They are the default in about 50 counties. Porteus says, once the …

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Stockton program changing lives for people with diabetes

The city's high rate of diabetes is why Abbott launched the "Food as Medicine" Program in 2021. Newly released study resultsshow the program is changing lives. Each step …

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Elk Grove hospital timeline pushed out by Dignity Health

Announced back in January of 2020, the 30-acre hospital was expected to employ about 1,250 full-time workers and 400 affiliated medical staff.

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Health officials find bird flu in raw cow milk in several states

The Minnesota Board of Animal Health joins agencies nationwide in following these cases closely, considering they involve livestock for what is believed to be the first time in the …

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Folsom, El Dorado County receive proposal for large new …

In partnership with UC Davis Health, AKT Investments submitted the proposal for the “Community for Health and Independence” to the city of Folsom and El Dorado County to …

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Sutter Health data breach could impact 845K patients abc10.com

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Sacramento-based healthcare giant Sutter Health announced a ransomware attack Friday potentially impacting the personal information of more …

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California Prop 1 Summed Up abc10.com

Proposition 1, the only statewide initiative on the March 5 election, is also one of the most complicated and lengthy measures in recent years. It takes up 68 pages of the 112 …

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Dr. Oz is not promoting a cure for diabetes. The videos are fake

Diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects how your body turns food into energy, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). More than …

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