Stories by Issue
Health
-
“We want to fully serve Kern County”: Delano local gives back
Immortals Gymnasium Staff: Aaron DeSantiago (left), Kuljit Singh (center), and Luis Morales (right) photo by Crystal Navarro
At just 18, Aaron DeSantiago knew he wanted to bring a gym to his hometown of Delano.
-
Health care workers and patients rally against potential Medi-Cal cuts
A crowd of health workers and Medi-Cal patients rallied outside Congressman David Valadao’s office on January 8 to convince Valadao to oppose any possible loss cuts to Medi-Cal.
-
Q&A with Kern Public Health: Bird flu risk for general public is low
Last month, Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency over the spread of bird flu, which is affecting dairy cattle in California.
According to Kim Hernandez, the Division Director of Health Services for Kern County Public Health Department, the virus primarily spreads among birds, including wild migratory birds, poultry, and, in some cases, dairy cattle.
Free child vaccinations available this January
Adventist Health is teaming up with First 5 Kern to provide free vaccinations and health services for children and families across Kern County throughout January, offering vital support to underserved communities.
Youth Academy to empower Southeast Bakersfield through sports and education
The City of Bakersfield’s Recreation and Parks Department announced plans yesterday to launch a Youth Sports and Education Academy in 2025, aiming to uplift and inspire youth in Southeast Bakersfield.
Kern Family Health Care brings holiday cheer with free community event
Mark your calendars! Kern Family Health Care invites the community to a heartwarming holiday celebration at its annual “Winter Wellness Wonderland.”