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State releases new guidance for COVID-19 testing in response to delays in test processing time
The California Department of Public Health released updated testing guidance Tuesday that focuses on testing hospitalized individuals with signs or symptoms of COVID-19 and people being tested as part of the investigation and management of outbreaks, including contact tracing.
Health officials confirm 158 news COVID-19 cases in Kern
The Kern County Public Health Department confirmed Tuesday 158 new COVID-19 cases.
This brings the total number of cases to 6,769.
Health officials offer tips on how to remain healthy during pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has proven to be stressful for many people.
The uncertaintly of what could happen can cause fear and anxiety.
UFW confirms 91 Primex employees infected, pushes for legislation to help agricultural workers amid pandemic
Since the first COVID-19 cases were identified at Primex Farms LLC in Wasco in late June, the number of cases have continued to rise.
Have face coverings in Kern become a thing of the past? Health experts say masks can help flatten the curve
Delia Ramos works as a rehabilitation aide/tech in Fresno County. She works eight-hour shifts and wear personal protective equipment the entire time.
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Census Bureau to fill 700 jobs in Kern, accepting applications now
The U.S. Census Bureau is looking to hire 700 workers for temporary jobs available in Kern County for the 2020 Census and is accepting applications online.
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UFW confirms surge of COVID-19 infected Primex Farms employees, while some workers say they are being recalled with positive results
The number of workers at Primex Farms LLC in Wasco testing positive for coronavirus has climbed to 77, the UFW confirmed Wednesday, and an additional 33 family members have also tested positive for a total of 110 Primex workers and family members.