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Monthly Archives: June 2022
Analysis reveals Kern hasn’t been sharing its prosperity with workers
A new labor market analysis by the Kern High Road Coalition (KHRC) found that Kern County’s economy has not produced shared prosperity in recent decades, as workers have experienced significant wage declines and inequality.
988 will be the new national lifeline starting on July 16
Starting July 16, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline will be a three-digit code, 988. People will be able to call, text, or chat to help callers with mental health in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.
DACA recipient reflects on what he has accomplished in 10 years
June 15 was the 10th anniversary of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, also known as DACA; in 2012 President Barack Obama created DACA to allow undocumented minors to obtain a work permit for two years.
The FDA said that the Pfizer vaccine has proven to be effective for children 5 and under
Health experts are expecting the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to soon authorize both the Pfizer and Moderna vaccine.
Joint statement by medical professionals released on Western States support for expanded COVID-19 vaccine eligibility for children 6 months and older
Today, California Health and Human Services Agency Secretary, Dr. Mark Ghaly, and Director of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and State Public Health Officer, Dr.
Twilight at CALM returns for the summer
Twilight at CALM is returning this summer for residents to enjoy.
Twilight at CALM will run on the following Saturdays this summer from 5 p.m.
U.S Surgeon General Vivek Murthy weighs in on issues impacting Kern
The California Endowment and the U.S Surgeon General, Vivek Murthy held a two day conference in Los Angeles called Youth Mental Health Wellness Now.
CBCC hosts event to celebrate survivors in honor of National Cancer Survivors Month
The Comprehensive Blood and Cancer Center (CBCC) hosted an event for cancer survivors. In this event, doctors and pharmacy techs were able to collaborate with cancer survivors to celebrate National Cancer Survivor Month.
Delano resident discusses the importance of being seen
For the second year in a row, the Delano City Council has approved the pride flag being flown at City Hall during Pride Month.
Kern residents discuss their reasons for getting the COVID-19 vaccine
On Friday, June 10, the United Against COVID-19 (UAC) Coalition held a free COVID-19 vaccination clinic and food distribution at the David Head Community Center in Lamont.