Tahoe Truckee Region Local News: Health

As part of an ongoing dispute between some county officials and the Sierra Harm Reduction Coalition, a nonprofit that distributes clean needles, Narcan and offers other services, Placerville's City Council and the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors both recently passed bans on the operation of needle exchange programs.

Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation has partnered once again with the Katz Amsterdam Foundation.

From Baldwin Beach in South Lake Tahoe to the West Shore in Rubicon Bay, lead cables are present in Lake Tahoe, and have been for decades.

The Tahoe Food Hub isn't just about providing fresh produce; it's a comprehensive endeavor that promotes regenerative farming practices, fosters fair market opportunities for family farms, and strives to enhance access to locally sourced food.

A nationwide cyberattack on United Healthcare impacted several South Lake Tahoe pharmacies.

Snowboarding is one of Tahoe's greatest draws and thousands of snowboarders spend fun-filled days on its slopes each year. The sport offers excellent cardiovascular benefits, tones muscles, and burns calories, however, snowboarding is not without risk, especially when learning or progressing in the sport.

Crow’s Nest recently launched Crow’s Nest Ranch, a new outpatient facility offering a local alternative for individuals battling substance abuse who cannot commit to residential treatment. It provides flexible yet effective treatment services.