Saint Paul Joins Forces with Fairview Health Services to Tackle COVID-19 Health Disparities
Saint Paul – Ramsey County Public Health's collaboration with Fairview Health Services to improve COVID-19 health equity is featured in NEJM Catalyst. The partnership held testing and vaccination events, focusing on serving marginalized communities.
Laurel Achieves Silver in "Move with the Mayor" Challenge, Boosting Community Health and Connectivity
Laurel received the Silver Level for their "Move with the Mayor" initiative, aimed at boosting physical and mental health through activities and policies that encourage community connection.
Riverside County Reports Season's First West Nile Virus Case; Health Officials Urge Precaution
The first case of West Nile virus this year in Riverside County, California has been confirmed, involving a hospitalized minor expected to recover. Health officials urge precautionary measures against mosquitos.
Los Angeles County Issues Water Quality Warnings for Several Beaches, Lifts Advisory for Surfrider Beach
Los Angeles County issued a caution flag for coastal waters due to high bacteria levels, advising against ocean activities at certain beaches while lifting advisories at Malibu Lagoon at Surfrider Beach.
Los Angeles on Alert as COVID-19 Cases Double, Hospitalizations Rise Amid Summer Surge
LA County sees COVID-19 cases double, with health officials urging renewed precautions and promoting vaccinations, as hospitalizations and wastewater surveillance indicate a significant rise in virus transmission.
Georgetown Ramps Up Efforts Against West Nile Virus with Scheduled Mosquito Spraying
Georgetown schedules mosquito spraying after West Nile virus is detected in local parks, with health officials advising residents to stay indoors during spraying and take precautions against mosquito bites.
Arizona Superintendent Horne Recommends Normal School Operations Amidst COVID Case Surge
Superintendent Tom Horne advises Arizona schools to operate normally despite a surge in COVID cases, citing minimal risk to children and CDC guidance treating COVID-19 as a common respiratory illness.












