Stealth Superbug Fungus Invades California Hospitals, Hitting Sickest Patients Hardest
A drug‑resistant fungus, Candida auris, is spreading in California hospitals and nursing homes; the sickest patients are most vulnerable and facilities are tightening screening and cleaning.
San Francisco Sees Slight Decrease in Overdose Deaths Amid Fentanyl Crisis, Public Health Officials Rally for Action
The article discusses the slight decline in overdose deaths in San Francisco, with a focus on efforts to address the ongoing public health crisis, particularly those related to fentanyl.
California Newborns 2X as Likely to Face Opioid Withdrawal as Prenatal Drug Use Surges in a Decade
An analysis of millions of California pregnancies reveals a sharp rise in prenatal opioid use over the past decade, with newborns increasingly born into withdrawal and requiring intensive medical care. The surge is fueling calls for expanded maternal treatment programs.
Measles Hits San Mateo As State Eyes First Case Of 2026, Individual Unvaccinated
San Mateo County confirmed an unvaccinated adult with measles after international travel; investigators are tracing contacts and no further symptomatic cases have been reported.
Santa Clara County Enhances 911 Services with Nurse Navigator Program Expansion Countywide
Santa Clara County has expanded its Nurse Navigator Program across all jurisdictions, enhancing 911 services by offering non-critical care options to callers and reducing the strain on emergency departments and ambulance services.
San Mateo County Reported Two Pediatric Flu-Related Deaths in 2025, Health Officials Advocate for Vaccination Amid Spike in 2026 Cases
San Mateo County reports a flu-related adolescent death, with the patient not having received flu shot and the area experiencing increased flu activity. Health officials underscore the importance of vaccination.












