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Kern County health organizations urge residents to renew …

WebAt the beginning of April, Medi-Cal recipients were reminded to renew their healthcare coverage. This is the first time people have had to renew coverage since the …

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Addressing the stark healthcare disparities for Black …

WebBlack mother and infant death rates continue at alarming rates in the United States, as well as in the Central Valley. 23ABC's Brianna Willis spoke to the organizers …

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Children’s Mobile Immunization Unit returns on …

WebThe Adventist Health Children’s Mobile Immunization Unit will be back open starting this Wednesday, April 15. The healthcare organization received the needed …

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Kern listening panel searches for solutions to healthcare …

WebDirector of Public Relations and Business Development for Centric Health Michael Bowers. Kern Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Director Stacy …

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KDPH Healthy Restaurant Initiative aims to help Kern …

WebFive years after the creation of the Healthy Restaurant Initiative, the Kern County Department of Public Health says 31 local restaurants now offer healthy menus. …

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Covid emergency's end will impact access to vaccines and …

WebAfter three years, the U.S. federal health emergency for covid-19 is ending. 23ABC' Corey O'Leary talked to Kern County health care officials to learn more about …

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$17 million state grant approved for Behavioral Health …

WebA $17 million grant from the Department of Health Care Services, and a more than $1 million match by the county will help fund that safe place to go. “Currently, …

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Kingston Healthcare Facilities to re-open under new …

WebFacilities formerly run by Kingston Healthcare Center, which closed down after multiple alleged violations of state health and safety policy will now soon be back in …

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$14 million investment into rural health care happening in …

WebA $14 million dollar investment is focused on removing barriers for patients across the county who are seeking health care. TAFT, Calif. (KERO) — 40 minutes by …

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KBHRS releases 3-year plan and opens public comment period

WebThe mental health professionals at Kern County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services have released their 3-year plan and opened a 30-day public comment …

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Focusing on breaking stigmas surrounding pregnancy and dental …

Weband last updated 5:45 PM, Feb 28, 2024. On Tuesday, Omni Family Health held a mobile dental clinic aimed at lowering the barrier and removing the stigma …

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Public health leaders warn Kern County about staying …

WebBy: Vania Patino, 23ABC , Muska Olumi, 23ABC. Public health leaders in Kern County say that 78% of adults here are either overweight or above the overweight …

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KBHRS sees progress with street psychiatry program

WebBack in July, we introduced you to a new program from Kern Behavioral Health and Recovery Services looking to take mental health services to the streets. On …

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CDCR and CCHCS reveal new mission and vision statements

WebMission -- To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and …

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"This is a blessing--good for the community." Black Family …

WebYvonne and her Mom Denise say events like this mean more than just a health check-up. "This is a blessing and it's good for the community. There's a lot of …

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KBHRS to build new psych facilities in Bakersfield

WebWith an additional 32 beds and $25.5 million going into funding Kern Behavioral Health and Recovery Services is eager to see its new facilities operational …

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The importance of understanding and recognizing valley fever

WebAccording to the CDC, valley fever "also called coccidioidomycosis, is an infection caused by the fungus Coccidioides. The fungus is known to live in the soil in the …

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Report: Many in the Central Valley lack safe drinking water

WebA new report found the water many need for drinking, cooking, and bathing is contaminated. The issue according to the California State Auditor is that the board in …

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Chipotle nixes new concepts for now after closing health food …

WebOver a year after launching a restaurant concept focused on health foods, Chipotle said it is refocusing on its main brand. Earlier this year, Farmesa, Chipotle's new …

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Adventist Health, Anthem Blue Cross reach contract agreement

Weband last updated 8:52 AM, Aug 12, 2022. (KERO) — Both Adventist Health and Anthem Blue Cross announced Thursday they have reached a new contract …

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