Vanessa Villalvazo
Posts by Vanessa Villalvazo:
Farmworkers begin 335 mile march to demand union voting rights
The 24-day march began yesterday in Delano, California at the historical landmark The Forty Acres. Their first stop will be at Richgrove, California.
Marivel Servin: Social justice work and youth empowerment brought me joy and healing
Marivel Servin became politically active in hopes of understanding her culture and her role in her community.
Novavax vaccine now recommended for public use
On Tuesday the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended the use of the new vaccine by Novavax for people ages 18 and above.
FDA authorizes new COVID-19 vaccine from Novavax
The Food and Drug Administration authorized a new COVID-19 vaccine developed by Novavax on Wednesday.
Novavax is a biotechnology company in Maryland that received significant federal funding to produce the shot.
White house health experts urging people to get boosted now
The newly updated booster vaccine is adapted to not only fight against COVID-19 and Omicron but will also help fight against the new variants.
Alessandra Hernando: showing surface-level support for causes is not enough
Alessandra Hernando, joined the organization Loud for Tomorrow because she wanted to make a change in her community.
Wasco’s youth shares their reasons for getting the COVID-19 vaccine
The City of Wasco held a vaccination clinic on June 26, where free vaccines, COVID tests, boxes of food, hand sanitizers, masks, and other resources were provided.
Delano resident shares her self-discovery journey, reveals the importance of visibility
With June being pride month, Delano resident Alessandra Hernando said she is happy to celebrate because it’s one of the rare times she can showcase her pride.
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.
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.