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Health officials say Kern will see an increase in vaccine allotments soon
The Kern County Public Health Department announced during Tuesday’s Kern County Board of Supervisors meeting, 119,935 vaccines have been distributed to Kern County.
Kern moves to vaccinate educators, agricultural workers, emergency service workers
Beginning Sunday, Kern County became part of the Blue Shield of California, the third party administrator that will be responsible for the creation, management, and oversight of the statewide network of vaccine providers.
Sol on the Street: Community leaders share how they are coping with stress during pandemic
COVID-19 has shaken the world and local communities. It has been over a year since the pandemic began.
Adventist Health Tehachapi to launch mobile COVID-19 vaccination clinic
In an effort to accelerate the countywide vaccination effort, Kern County Public Health is partnering with Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley to launch a mobile vaccination clinic beginning Monday, Feb.
19 COVID-19 definitions to help readers navigate pandemic updates
To help the public stay informed on the COVID-19 update, media has been reporting on any and all updates.
Delano repeals ordinance that fined residents for gathering
Just days after it passed, the City of Delano has repealed an ordinance that fined residents for gathering in large groups.