California Reopens, Public Health Notes Continued Vaccination Discrepancies
June 17, 2021
As California opened on June 15, inequities still persist in vaccinations amongst younger demographics of color.
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State to Award $50,000 Prizes Today to 15 More Vaccinated Residents
June 11, 2021
State officials will award $50,000 prizes today to another 15 vaccinated residents as part of a continuing financial-incentive program to encourage inoculations against COVID-19.
California Reopens in a Week, Cal/OSHA Gives Recommendations, Vax for Win Program Awards 15 People
June 10, 2021
On June 15, a new normal will be the case for the state of California.
UCLA Releases Model to Guide Which Areas Should Be Given Vaccine Priority
June 4, 2021
A team of UCLA researchers today announced a predictive model to help guide public health officials on which neighborhoods in Los Angeles County should be prioritized for vaccine distribution based on residents’ risks of COVID-19.
New Incentive Program Aims to Increase Vaccinations
June 3, 2021
Governor Newsom hopes to have Californians fully vaccinated before the reopening on June 15.
An Emphasis on Safety: Addressing COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy among pregnant women
June 3, 2021
Even as the number of COVID-19 vaccine doses administered increases, there are still lingering concerns in the public surrounding side effects in women, particularly among expecting mothers.
“TIME TO FIGHT BACK”
June 3, 2021
My hope is that once we’re all vaccinated, COVID will no longer take our loved ones.
California Prepares to Fully Reopen with No Restrictions
May 27, 2021
On June 15, the state will fully open with no restrictions but vaccinations are still low among young adults.
Kedren Health Vaccinates 1,000+ at Weekend Events in South L.A.
May 20, 2021
African immigrants and communities of color were among the recipients of the free vaccine
Public Health Says Wearing Masks Remains Important
May 20, 2021
Masks mandates may change on June 15 but until then, they are strongly suggested.
California to Open Pfizer-BioNTech Vaccination Appointments for 12-15 Age Group
May 15, 2021
California to Open Pfizer-BioNTech Vaccination Appointments for 12-15 Age Group Experts recommend the vaccine as safe and effective at protecting young people 12+ California parents and legal guardians can schedule appointments for young people in their families aged 12+ to receive the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine using the statewide booking system starting Thursday morning.
Yellow Tier Restrictions Allow Angelenos More Freedom, Vaccination Disparities Continue
May 13, 2021
As L.A. County enjoys getting back to outdoor activities, many still haven’t received a vaccine.
Decline in COVID-19 Deaths Edge L.A. County Towards Yellow Tier, COVID-19 Related Illness in Children Rises
May 6, 2021
As of Monday, May 3, the L.A. County Dept. of Public Health confirmed no new deaths and 255 new cases of COVID-19. There were 390 people with symptoms of COVID-19 hospitalized with 18% testing positive.
Decline in COVID-19 Deaths Edge L.A. County Towards Yellow Tier, COVID-19 Related Illness in Children Rises
May 6, 2021
Despite a slight rise in a COVID-19 related illness in children, L.A. County slowly enter the less restrictive tier.
Statistics Show Drop in Seniors Being Hospitalized, Mobile Vaccinations Continue Bringing Vaccines
April 29, 2021
COVID-19 hospitalizations continue to decline as the vaccines continues to be made accessible to everyone.