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Third Possible Human Case of Bird Flu Detected in California

Oct 16, 2024 11:35AM ● By California Department of Public Health News Release

Individual had contact with infected dairy cattle; risk to general public remains low

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Stay Current on Vaccines This Fall

Oct 02, 2024 09:30AM ● By California Department of Public Health News Release

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is encouraging all Californians to get vaccinated this season to protect themselves and their loved ones from respiratory viruses.

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Medication Take-Back Event Approaching; Year-Round Options Continue to Expand

Oct 01, 2024 09:14AM ● By Placer County News Release

As Placer County prepares to host another free medication take-back event on Oct. 26, local agencies continue to encourage residents to take advantage of permanent drop boxes and mail-in options that offer a safe, free way to dispose of medication year-round.

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Matsui Leads Delegation in Urging California to Apply for Federal Behavioral Health Programs

Sep 18, 2024 03:36PM ● By Office of Congresswoman Doris Matsui News Release

Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07) led 27 of her colleagues from the California Congressional delegation in a letter to California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly, urging California to apply for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)’s FY 2025 Cooperative Agreements for Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Planning Grants.

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Placer County Public Health Shares Respiratory Virus Data; Updated Vaccines now Available

Sep 10, 2024 04:12PM ● By Placer County News Release

As updated vaccines become available through local healthcare providers, Placer County Public Health is sharing data around respiratory virus deaths in the last year, from July 2023 through June 2024.

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CDPH Warns of Increased Risk of Valley Fever Through Fall

Sep 06, 2024 11:37AM ● By California Department of Public Health News Release

Investigation Continues into Reports of Valley Fever Among Music Festival Attendees

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Suicide Prevention Month Can Save Lives

Sep 05, 2024 09:51AM ● By MPG Staff

September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness and discuss this urgently increasing crisis

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New Report Estimates Potential Water Losses

Aug 21, 2024 04:59PM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

On July 31, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) released its final 2023 State Water Project (SWP) Delivery Capability Report

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Back-to-School Immunization Clinic Ready in Auburn

Aug 20, 2024 03:52PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County Public Health is offering free immunization clinics for children who may have difficultly accessing vaccines needed to attend school.

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California Aims to Improve Ability to Measure How Much Water Is Flowing Throughout the State

Aug 20, 2024 08:55AM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

On Aug. 15, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced a new partnership opportunity to support the state’s ability to measure stream and river flows through the California Stream Gage Improvement Program (CalSIP) as climate extremes continue to impact the state’s water supply

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Stay Safe from Rattlesnakes

Aug 19, 2024 04:01PM ● By Judy Andrews

Although wildlife sightings are typically more common near rivers, creeks and open spaces, this year’s extreme heat has forced the local wildlife, including many unwelcome visitors such as venomous snakes, to seek food, water and shelter in populated areas, sometimes right into our backyards

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Joint Air Quality Advisory from Placer County Health and Human Services and the Placer County Air Pollution Control District

Aug 09, 2024 08:48AM ● By Placer County Health and Human Services News Release

Placer County Health and Human Services and the Placer County Air Pollution Control District are issuing a joint air quality advisory through Sunday, August 11, 2024, to notify the public of poor air quality conditions due to smoke from the Crozier Fire burning in El Dorado County.

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Californians Affected by Wildfire Smoke Should Take Steps to Protect Their Health

Jul 09, 2024 01:08PM ● By California Department of Public Health News Release

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is Urging Californians to Take Steps to Protect Themselves from Air Pollutants

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Dangerous Heatwave Continues

Jul 09, 2024 11:53AM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

Governor Gavin Newsom Urged Californians on July 5 to Take Precautions and Directed an All-Hands Response to the Heatwave by State Government

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California Expands Access to Naloxone

Jun 25, 2024 04:37PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

On June 21, Governor Gavin Newsom Announced that CalRx-Branded Over-the-Counter Naloxone HCL Nasal Spray, 4 mg, will be Available for Free to Eligible Organizations Through the Naloxone Distribution Project

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Prepare for Boating Hazards

Jun 14, 2024 11:49AM ● By U.S. National Weather Service News Release

Check Weather Forecast and Make Sure Your Boat has Essential and Required Safety Equipment and Communications Tools

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1 in 6 New Trucks and Buses in California Are Zero-Emission

Jun 11, 2024 02:33PM ● By Office of Governor Newsom News Release

Sales of New Zero-Emission Medium- and Heavy-Duty Trucks in California in 2023 Have Doubled from the Prior Year

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Help Prevent Fentanyl Fatalities by Being Aware

May 28, 2024 11:52AM ● By Carol Feineman

The Third Annual “Fighting Fentanyl” Fentanyl Awareness Event Will Be on June 1

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High Number of California Brown Pelicans Show Signs of Sickness

May 16, 2024 10:51AM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has Received Increased Reports of California Brown Pelicans, a Fully Protected Species, Stranded Along the Coast from Santa Cruz County South to San Diego County, Since Late April

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Caltrans Awards Historic Contracts, Seeking to Improve Safety

May 15, 2024 11:22AM ● By Caltrans News Release

California Seeks to Harness the Power of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) to Protect Vulnerable Road Users and Improve Traffic Flows

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CalAnimals and More to Host First-Ever California Adopt-A-Pet Day On June 1

May 08, 2024 04:09PM ● By Will Reisman, Progress Public Affairs News Release

ASPCA Providing Funds to Cover Adoption Fees for Participating Shelters

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month

May 01, 2024 09:34AM ● By Scott Knight, The Jason Foundation

Since 1949, Mental Health America and its Affiliates Across the Country Have Led the Observance of May as Mental Health Awareness Month

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Salmon Poisoning Disease Warning Given to Dog Owners

Apr 26, 2024 02:12PM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

Salmon Poisoning Disease is a Potentially Fatal Condition Seen Only in Dogs

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Dignity Health Named to Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces

Feb 13, 2024 02:44PM ● By Dignity Health News Release

Dignity Health Recognized for the Second Consecutive Year

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Storm Season Safety: Evacuation Warning vs. Evacuation Order

Feb 07, 2024 09:02AM ● By California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services News Release

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services Reminds Californians About Being Prepared

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Momentum Continues for the Homelessness, Drug Addiction, Retail Theft Reduction Act

Feb 06, 2024 03:30PM ● By Becky Warren, Elevate Public Affairs News Release

California Voters Give Over 300,000 Signatures to Put Act on Ballot

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Missile Site’s TCE Spreading to Border of Active-Adult Community

Feb 06, 2024 02:59PM ● By Carol Feineman, photos by Carol Feineman

Defunct Site in Lincoln Caused Contamination

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Water Commission Presents Statewide Strategies for Protecting Communities During Drought

Jan 23, 2024 04:15PM ● By California Water Commission News Release

California Water Commission Approves White Paper

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Rio Linda Resident Named Director of Impact at Local United Way

Jan 16, 2024 10:21AM ● By United Way News Release

Rio Linda's Sia Magadan Named United Way California Capital Region Executive

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Robert Craig Films Announces Study Guide to Reduce Homelessness

Jan 09, 2024 03:40PM ● By AthertonPR News Release

Organization Brings Awareness and Solutions to Homelessness

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First Snow Survey of the Season Finds Below Average Conditions

Jan 03, 2024 12:26PM ● By DWR Special Release

The Department of Water Resources Conducts Survey on January 2, 2023

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Farm Bureau President Urges Support to Sustain Farming

Dec 27, 2023 03:25PM ● By California Farm Bureau News Release

The Leader of California's Largest Agricultural Organization Seeks Help from Lawmakers

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Board Approves Regulations for Converting Wastewater to High Quality Drinking Water

Dec 27, 2023 10:51AM ● By State Water Resources Control Board News Release

California Legislation Develops Resiliency Strategies for a Hotter, Drier Future

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Society for the Blind Announces Blindness Awareness Month in October

Oct 18, 2023 04:58PM ● By Kristin Thébaud, Thébaud Communications

New Chapters in Life Ensue after Vision Loss

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Blue Zones Project Yuba-Sutter Honors Bridge Coffee Co.

Feb 09, 2023 12:00AM ● By Bridge Coffee Co. News Release

First restaurant to become Blue Zones Project Approved"¢

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