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New Health Techs Help Address ‘Elder Care Cliff’

Jun 13, 2024 11:15AM ● By Joe Wirt

A Sacramento-area in-home care agency recently recognized nine employees who completed a program giving them the skills to help patients stay in their homes and out of the hospital.

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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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Birds and Mosquito Test Positive for West Nile Virus

Jun 11, 2024 02:24PM ● By Sacramento Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District News Release

On June 10, the Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District Confirmed that the First Mosquito Sample of the Season has Tested Positive for West Nile Virus (WNV)

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2024-25 Recommended Budget Approved

Jun 11, 2024 02:10PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Board of Supervisors Approves $8.8 Billion Budget

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Invasive Fruit Fly Quarantine Lifted in Sacramento County

Jun 11, 2024 11:59AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Declares End of the Oriental Fruit Fly Quarantine in Sacramento County

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Unsheltered Homelessness Decreases 41 Percent in Sacramento

Jun 11, 2024 11:16AM ● By Sacramento City Express News Release

The Number of People Living Outdoors in the City and County of Sacramento Plunged 41 Percent Between 2022 and 2024

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Dodd Declares June as Elder Abuse Awareness Month

Jun 11, 2024 09:58AM ● By Office of Sen. Bill Dodd News Release

Sen. Bill Dodd Announces Resolution Designating June as Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse Awareness Month

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Sac County Caps Initial Water Development Fees

Jun 05, 2024 01:03PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

New Cap on Initial Water Development Fee Payments Approved

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Many Ways to Celebrate Family Health and Fitness Day

Jun 04, 2024 01:10PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

For Family Health and Fitness Day 2024, Sacramento County Regional Parks is Pleased to Share Various Programs

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5 Over 50 Volunteer Award Winners Announced

Jun 04, 2024 11:38AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County’s Adult and Aging Commission Proudly Presents the 5 Over 50 Volunteer Award to Five Outstanding Individuals

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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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Transportation and Freight Company to Pay for Environmental Violations

May 08, 2024 09:39AM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

Civil Suit Against XPO, Inc. and XPO Logistics Resolved

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Community Health Fair Provides Critical Resources

May 07, 2024 03:42PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

First Step Communities Stages 2nd Community Health Fair in Sacramento County

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Dignity Health and Aetna® Reach Agreement

May 07, 2024 11:51AM ● By Dignity Health News Release

Dignity Health and Aetna, a CVS Health Company, Have Reached Agreement on a New, Multi-Year Contract

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Local Therapy Provider Moves to New Elk Grove Site

May 02, 2024 01:16PM ● By Matthew Malone

SagePoint Intensive Outpatient Program held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new location on April 18, marking an expansion of the Elk Grove company’s services for individuals confronting mental-health or substance-use disorders.

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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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County Nurses Prepare for Disasters

Apr 26, 2024 10:23AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

By Collaborating with Local Nursing Professionals, Our Nurses will be Equipped to Provide Safe and Effective Care to our Community

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Elk Grove Water District Proactive in Monitoring for PFAS

Apr 25, 2024 09:48AM ● By Elk Grove Water District News Release

In a significant development for public health and environmental protection, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced nationwide limits on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), marking a pivotal moment in water quality regulation.

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Prescription Drug Take Back Day April 27 in Elk Grove

Apr 25, 2024 09:35AM ● By Matthew Malone

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is encouraging Californians to take part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 27.

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Recreation Therapy Changes Lives in Sacramento County

Apr 23, 2024 06:11PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Therapeutic Recreation Services (TRS) Division of the Department of Regional Parks Offers Recreation Opportunities to Those Living with Disabilities

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Small Business Week Looks at AI

Apr 23, 2024 05:26PM ● By MPG Staff

Capital Region Small Business Week Brings Together Entrepreneurs, Seasoned Business Owners and Business Experts from Public and Private Entities

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Becerra, Bera Discuss Healthcare Worker Shortage at Rio Americano

Apr 23, 2024 03:12PM ● By Adam Abolfazli, photos by Rami Al Mufti

Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra and Rep. Ami Bera Hear Concerns and Promote Medical Education

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SacRT Orders Nine Additional Low-Floor Light Rail Vehicles

Apr 17, 2024 02:48PM ● By SacRT News Release

Sacramento Regional Transit District Adds to Its Order from Siemens Mobility

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The Dangers of Distracted Driving

Apr 16, 2024 01:03PM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

3 Things Parents Can Do

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UC Davis Health Successfully Implants Triclip™ System

Apr 16, 2024 11:57AM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

UC Davis Medical Center is One of the First Sites Nationwide to Treat Tricuspid Regurgitation Using a Minimally Invasive Catheter System

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Recreation Therapy Changes Lives in Sacramento County

Apr 16, 2024 11:41AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Therapeutic Recreation Services Division of the Department of Regional Parks Provides Recreation Opportunities and a Sense of Community

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Pinwheels Planted for Child Abuse Prevention Month

Apr 16, 2024 10:57AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Pinwheels Planted Outside Sacramento County Department of Child, Family and Adult Services Buildings Symbolize Childhood Innocence and Joy

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Fireworks Changes Coming

Apr 16, 2024 10:40AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Adopts Ordinance Amending Fireworks Regulations and Prohibitions

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CDFW Develops 2023 Salmon Disaster Spend Plan

Apr 11, 2024 03:49PM ● By Nor-Cal Guides & Sportsmens Association News Release

Pacific Fishery Management Council Recommends Full Closure of California's 2023 Commercial and Recreational Ocean Salmon Seasons

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Credit Union SACTOWN Run Raises $216,500

Apr 10, 2024 09:39AM ● By California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues News Release

68 Credit Unions and More than 2,000 Runners in this Year’s Sacramento Event

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Woman Dies from Lead Poisoning Using Product from Vietnam

Apr 03, 2024 03:15PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Deadly Hemorrhoid Ointment Called 'Cao Boi Tri Cay Thau Dau'

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SMUD’s Shine Program Invests $580,000 in Local Projects

Apr 02, 2024 11:02AM ● By SMUD News Release

29 Local Nonprofits Benefit from Sacramento Municipal Utility District's Shine Program

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