Category: Public Health

Despite Pandemic, Newsom Declines to Boost Local Public Health Budgets — Again

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has, for the third consecutive year, rejected new state funding for local public health departments. Frustrated legislative leaders and public health officials are trying to change his mind.

Seed Money: Black Entrepreneurs Hope Pandemic Gardening Boom Will Grow Healthier Eating

Rapper DJ Cavem Moetavation is pushing beats and beets. A vegan, he’s selling seeds to encourage more people to eat healthier by growing their own food. His efforts are part of a national movement of Black-owned seed companies that merges pandemic-inspired gardening with efforts to expand healthier food options.

Eyes can be infected by COVID-19: 4 things to know

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People of color received half of US COVID-19 shots given in last 2 weeks

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Internet access, income, education & more: What factors determine vaccination rates?

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COVID-19 vaccinations lagging in rural areas, CDC data shows

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Seattle reports uptick in gastrointestinal infections, hospitalizations among homeless population

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COVID-19 cases are letting up, but mental health effects here to stay, experts worry

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COVID-19 cases are letting up, but mental health effects here to stay, experts worry

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99% of people develop antibodies after 2nd COVID-19 vaccine dose, UK study finds

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