COVID-19

Joint statement by medical professionals released on Western States support for expanded COVID-19 vaccine eligibility for children 6 months and older

June 20, 2022 / By

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.

U.S Surgeon General Vivek Murthy weighs in on issues impacting Kern

June 20, 2022 / By
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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.

Kern residents discuss their reasons for getting the COVID-19 vaccine

June 14, 2022 / By

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.

Wasco City Council approves COVID-19 vaccine incentive program

June 13, 2022 / By

In order to boost vaccination rates in the city, the Wasco City Council has implemented an incentive plan that will allow those getting vaccinated to receive a $50 gift card for doing so. 

Moderna’s booster vaccine has proven to show a stronger immune response against the Omicron variant

June 10, 2022 / By

Stéphane Bancel, Chief Executive Officer of Moderna, said he anticipates more durable protection against variants of concern with mRNA-1273.214, making it the lead candidate for a Fall 2022 booster.

“Keepin’ it real — keepin’ you safe!”: local organizations to host town hall meeting about the COVID-19 vaccine

June 10, 2022 / By

This evening, the Dolores Huerta Foundation (DHF), Building Healthy Communities Kern (BHC Kern), All of Us or None (AOUON), and the California Association of African-American Superintendents & Administrators (CAAASA) will be leading a town hall meeting where they were facilitate a conversation with local health experts and community leaders on facts and myths surrounding the COVID-19 vaccine and it’s impact on communities.