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Blood Supply Sinks to Lowest Level in a Year

Jan 19, 2023 12:00AM ● By Vitalant News Release

Supply for 900 hospitals nationwide recently dipped

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UC Davis Health Improving Eye Care for People with Diabetes

Jan 19, 2023 12:00AM ● By UC Davis Health News

Learn how teleophthalmology can be used for screenings

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Flavored Tobacco Ban Begins In California

Jan 05, 2023 12:00AM ● By By Evan Symon, California Globe

Customers said they'll simply stock up on the next trip out of state

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DEA seized over 379 million deadly doses of fentanyl in 2022; enough to kill the entire country

Dec 21, 2022 12:00AM ● By Placer County District Attorney News Release

 

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Work Health Solutions Celebrated Launch of Roseville Occupational Health Center with Open House and Ribbon-Cutting Event

Nov 25, 2022 12:00AM ● By GYC Vegas News Release

Concierge-style occupational medicine provider offers unique approach to employee health & wellness to Placer County, California businesses

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Placer County District Attorney's Office launches a Strangulation Awareness Resource Portal

Oct 11, 2022 12:00AM ● By Placer County DA News Release

 

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Placer County officials encourage mosquito bite prevention in wake of West Nile cases

Oct 11, 2022 12:00AM ● By Placer County News Release

 

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Placer County Public Health seeks feedback about community health to inform future programming

Oct 11, 2022 12:00AM ● By Placer County News Release

 

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PCOE'S "Handle With Care" Program Wins State and National Innovation Awards

Sep 29, 2022 12:00AM ● By Placer County Office of Education News Release

Collaboration Between Schools and First Responders Designed to Support Students Who Experience Trauma

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CDPH Warns Schools of New Brightly Colored 'Rainbow Fentanyl'

Sep 28, 2022 12:00AM ● By CDPH News Release

The potentially deadly fentanyl has been found in 18 states

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Lotus Behavioral Health Crisis Center, a new resource during mental health crises, open in Roseville

Sep 23, 2022 12:00AM ● By Placer County News Release

 

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Placer welcomes new Martis Valley Trail to North Lake Tahoe

Sep 23, 2022 12:00AM ● By Placer County News Release

 

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Congressmen LaMalfa and Pappas Legislate on Travel Reimbursement for Veterans

Sep 22, 2022 12:00AM ● By Office of Congressman LaMalfa

struggle to access care because of the distance they must travel for an appointment

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Rep. Bera: Bipartisan Bill Protects Physicians from Medicare Pay Cuts

Sep 21, 2022 12:00AM ● By Office of Congressman Ami Bera, M.D.

Medical providers experience record levels of burnout and staffing shortages

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Sacramento man receives 17 years in prison for selling deadly fentanyl to Rocklin teen, Zachary Didier

Sep 15, 2022 12:00AM ● By Placer County District Attorney News Release

 

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Come Hang Out With Stand Up Placer This Fall!

Sep 15, 2022 12:00AM ● By Stand Up Placer News Release

 

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Substance use, mental health recovery in the spotlight at 'Recovery Happens' event

Sep 14, 2022 12:00AM ● By Placer County News Release

 

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Joint air quality advisory extended through September 16

Sep 14, 2022 12:00AM ● By Placer County News Release

Joint air quality advisory from Placer County Health and Human Services

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Fire Chief Gets Soaked with CEOs at ALS Association Fundraiser

Aug 25, 2022 12:00AM ● By By Patrick Larenas

CEOs donated $15,265 for the association's efforts

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New 988 number is the 911 for mental health emergencies

Aug 03, 2022 12:00AM ● By UCD Health News Release

Number connects directly to mental health professionals in US

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With COVID-19 Conditions Improving, State Public Health Leaders Modify Omicron Surge Policies

Feb 10, 2022 12:00AM ● By California Department of Public Health Press Release

Additional adjustments to the state's policies will be shared in the coming week.

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Placer County Public Health Warns about COVID Hospitalizations Surge

Jan 12, 2022 12:00AM ● By Placer County Press Release

Placer experiences sharp rise in COVID-related cases

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California is suffering from insomnia, sleep apnea and narcolepsy

Oct 21, 2021 12:00AM ● By Commentary by Travis Adshead

 

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Placer County Public Health to open additional community clinic for COVID vaccine

Oct 18, 2021 12:00AM ● By Placer County News Release

 

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Free flu shot clinics in October

Oct 07, 2021 12:00AM ● By Placer County News Release

COVID-19 vaccines will also be available for those needing their first or second dose

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Placer County Public Health first in California to receive new grant to expand Alzheimer's initiative

Sep 28, 2021 12:00AM ● By Placer County News Release

"This grant is recognition of the progress we've already made to improve supports for people with dementia and Alzheimer's"

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'Recovery Happens' event to celebrate substance use, mental health recovery

Sep 02, 2021 12:00AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County offers a variety of resources and treatment programs year-round

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Placer County Public Health issues new COVID-19 health warning

Aug 26, 2021 12:00AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County Public Health is advising residents regardless of vaccination status to use high-quality masks

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Joint air quality advisory by Placer County Public Health and the Placer County Air Pollution Control District

Aug 24, 2021 12:00AM ● By Placer County News Release

If you can see or smell smoke, avoid all unnecessary outdoor activities

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Joint air quality advisory by Placer County Public Health and the Placer County Air Pollution Control District

Aug 16, 2021 12:00AM ● By Placer County News Release

If you can see or smell smoke, avoid all unnecessary outdoor activities

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Medication Users Need To Know Summer Heat Risks

Jul 16, 2021 12:00AM ● By By Samantha Mott, Sacramento County

Some medications can impair the ability to regulate temperature

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Placer PROTECT launches virtual "convention" resource webpage to honor Elder Abuse Awareness Month

Jun 16, 2021 12:00AM ● By Placer County News Release

PROTECT stands for providing resources and outreach to elderly citizens together

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Mobile vaccination van hits the streets in Placer County

Jun 08, 2021 12:00AM ● By Placer County News Release

Walk-ins are welcome and appointments are also available in advance

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Placer Public Health announces community vaccine clinics in targeted areas

May 24, 2021 12:00AM ● By Placer County News Release

To date, as of May 24, approximately 48% of the Placer County population has received at least one dose (or a complete dose) of vaccine

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Threats to Code Enforcement Officers Rise as Two Officer Safety Bills Stall in the Senate

May 12, 2021 12:00AM ● By By Will Hixson, California Association of Code Enforcement Officers

Code enforcement officers tasked with violations traditionally addressed by police/sheriff

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