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Widespread Cockfighting in CA Identified as Possible Source of Bird Flu Emergency

California may have more than a million fighting birds, according to the Center for a Humane Economy.

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Sac County Health Officials Closely Monitoring Bird Flu Situation

Governor Gavin Newsom declared a State of Emergency on Dec. 18, 2024, in response to the ongoing H5N1 Avian Influenza (bird flu) outbreak. The declaration is intended to help state agencies respond more effectively by streamlining resources and operations.

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Sutter Health Announces Latest Multispecialty Care Center Expansion

Renovation is underway at the Sutter Health Arden Care Center located at 1651 Exposition Blvd. in Sacramento as part of the health system’s robust, strategic plan to increase access to more care services.Original article published at Rancho Cordova Independent

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Hope Cooperative CEO April Ludwig on Continued Advocacy for Housing Policies and Wraparound Services in Sacramento

By Lisa Thibodeau April Ludwig is the CEO of Hope Cooperative, a nonprofit that provides supportive housing and mental health services in Sacramento County. A...

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New Partnership Bolsters 911 Response in Sac County

The City of Sacramento Fire Department and Medic Ambulance entered a partnership on Nov. 1 to provide Basic Life Support (BLS) transport services in Sacramento County.

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Sacramento County Fentanyl Deaths Declining

Sacramento County has made remarkable progress in the battle against the opioid crisis, reporting a 56% reduction in fentanyl-related deaths between 2023 and 2024. Original article published at Sacramento Oracle

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Folsom Calls on Residents to Identify Lead Pipes

Residents with homes built before 1986 encouraged to take survey

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Dignity Health Hospitals Earn ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade across Sacramento Market

Leapfrog Group is an independent national watchdog focused on patient safety

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Sacramento County Reports Fentanyl Deaths on the Decline

Sacramento County has reported progress in the battle against the opioid crisis, reporting a 56% reduction in fentanyl-related deaths between 2023 and 2024. According to the latest data, the County Coroner’s Office reported 180 fentanyl-related deaths so far this year, …

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Folsom Rotarians Provide Transport Van for Flying Samaritans

It was an evening of goodwill and community spirit at the Rotary Club of Folsom on Thursday as members gathered for a special presentation, awarding a much-needed van to the Flying Samaritans. The van will be used to transport volunteers …

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Sac County Supes Vote to Ban Sale of Intoxicating Hemp Products

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors on unanimously adopted an ordinance Tuesday that will soon prohibit sales of certain products containing intoxicating cannabinoids derived from hemp.

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Caution Urged After Skunks Test Positive for Rabies Near Sacramento Zoo

​​​​​A Sacramento Zoo visitor was bitten by a skunk on Oct. 15, 2024. According to a press release from Sacramento County Public Health officials, the skunk was behaving aggressively prior to biting the visitor. Sacramento Zoo officials captured and euthanized …

Rancho Cordova Grapevine Independent logo LOCAL NEWS
Mercy General Hospital Guild Back Open to Volunteers

The Mercy General Hospital Guild is back open to any and all volunteers since the pandemic years. Original article published at Rancho Cordova Independent

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Shorter Ambulance Wait Times Reported

Sacramento County is making tremendous progress in its goal to achieve a shorter ambulance patient offload time (APOT), according to county officials.

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New Folsom Ranch Veterinary Hospital Celebrated With Official Ribbon Cutting

Hundreds from Folsom and the surrounding communities joined with with city leaders and the staff from Choose Folsom Wednesday evening to officially welcome the first medical facility that recently opened its doors in the community South of Highway 50. This …

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A New Room for Eva: Folsom Charity, Rotarians Bring Joy to Ill Child

At just 10 years old, local resident Eva has long suffered from juvenile dermatomyositis, a rare autoimmune disease that attacks the muscles, causes inflammation in the blood vessels, and results in a great deal of pain.

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Folsom to Advance Transit Feasibility Study for Health Services

The Folsom City Council has approved a resolution to advance a study aimed at improving transit connections to health services within the city. During its Aug. 26 meeting, the council authorized the Folsom City Manager to execute agreements with the …

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