Mark Twain Medical Center’s Fall Health+Community Resources Fair is September 30th!

Mark Twain Medical Center’s Fall Health+Community Resources Fair is September 30th!

San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center will hold its 23rd Annual Fall Health and Community Resources Fair Saturday, September 30, 7am – Noon at the Hospital Campus. A wealth of information will be available on senior support and health services, health insurance information, long term and short term care. Also participating are experts in chronic […]

Dignity Health – Mark Twain Medical Center Announces Opportunity for Non-Profit Organizations to Apply for Grants Improving Community Health

Dignity Health – Mark Twain Medical Center Announces Opportunity for Non-Profit Organizations to Apply for Grants Improving Community Health

San Andreas, CA…Grants to provide critical assistance delivering services addressing health needs. Dignity Health – Mark Twain Medical Center is inviting local non-profit organizations to consider applying for grants that support the delivery of services vital to improving health and well-being, and improving health equity. The application period opened July 17 and runs through September […]

Mark Twain Medical Center’s Fall Health+ Community Resources Fair is September 30th!

Mark Twain Medical Center’s Fall Health+ Community Resources Fair is September 30th!

San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center will hold its 23rd Annual Fall Health and Community Resources Fair Saturday, September 30, 7am – Noon at the Hospital Campus. A wealth of information will be available on senior support and health services, health insurance information, long term and short term care. Also participating are experts in chronic […]

Family 4 Fitness “Where friends and family work out together” Start Your Fitness Journey Today!

Family 4 Fitness “Where friends and family work out together” Start Your Fitness Journey Today!

Vallecito, CA…Our mission is to help our members of the Calaveras County community achieve a healthy lifestyle in a non-intimidating clean, friendly environment. We pride ourselves on our family like atmosphere, which makes us unlike any other facility in the area. “Where friends and family work out together” Please call us at 736-0039 with any questions, we […]

Mark Twain Medical Center Announces Opportunity for Non-Profit Organizations to Apply for Grants Improving Community Health

Mark Twain Medical Center Announces Opportunity for Non-Profit Organizations to Apply for Grants Improving Community Health

San Andreas, CA…Grants to provide critical assistance delivering services addressing health needs. Dignity Health – Mark Twain Medical Center is inviting local non-profit organizations to consider applying for grants that support the delivery of services vital to improving health and well-being, and improving health equity. The application period opened July 17 and runs through September […]

Researchers Discover Key clue to What Causes Cancer

Researchers Discover Key clue to What Causes Cancer

Adelaide, Australia…Australian cancer researchers have made an important new connection between a person’s cancer risk and the functions of circular RNAs, a recently discovered family of genetic fragments present within our cells.   A new Flinders University-led study published in Cancer Cell, one of the world’s top cancer journals, finds that specific circular RNAs within many of us can […]

Free Sports Physicals for Calaveras High School Students

Free Sports Physicals for Calaveras High School Students

San Andreas, CA…On Thursday, July 20, Calaveras High School (CHS) students were provided free sports physicals through a generous sponsorship from Mark Twain Health Care District. Practitioners and staff from the Valley Springs Health and Wellness Center, along with CHS school staff, conducted 95 health screenings for students who wish to participate in sports for […]

Reach Your Fitness Goals with T-Fit & Fitness Pro Rob Tenerowicz (New Gym Coming to Arnold in October)

Reach Your Fitness Goals with T-Fit & Fitness Pro Rob Tenerowicz (New Gym Coming to Arnold in October)

Vallecito, CA…Local One on One or Group Training with Fitness Pro Rob Tenerowicz will help you reach your Fitness Goals.  It’s never too late to enjoy the benefits of a strength and conditioning program.  Men and women of any age, and any experience level (even if none) can benefit.  No gym membership required – train […]

Tips from Mark Twain Medical Center on Avocado Toast for Brain Health

Tips from Mark Twain Medical Center on Avocado Toast for Brain Health

San Andreas, CA…There’s a lot to love about avocado toast: it’s affordable, easily accessible, a perfect brunch item, and endlessly customizable. We also love avocado toast because it’s chock-full of beneficial nutrients that can improve your brain function and protect your brain health in the long term. Look below at what makes this dish so […]

Emergency Blood Shortage – Help by Donating Blood on July 25, 2023, at the Calaveras Community Blood Drive

Emergency Blood Shortage – Help by Donating Blood on July 25, 2023, at the Calaveras Community Blood Drive

San Andreas, CA…There is a nationwide emergency blood shortage and you can help save lives with your blood donations. Blood banks are in critical need of donations. If you are a returning donor or a first-time donor, you can help save lives by donating on July 25, 2023. The Calaveras Community Foundation (CCF) and Vitalant […]

Reach Your Fitness Goals with T-Fit & Fitness Pro Rob Tenerowicz

Reach Your Fitness Goals with T-Fit & Fitness Pro Rob Tenerowicz

Vallecito, CA…Local One on One or Group Training with Fitness Pro Rob Tenerowicz will help you reach your Fitness Goals.  It’s never too late to enjoy the benefits of a strength and conditioning program.  Men and women of any age, and any experience level (even if none) can benefit.  No gym membership required – train […]

Cooling Centers to Open in Calaveras County Due to Excessive Heat Warning

Cooling Centers to Open in Calaveras County Due to Excessive Heat Warning

San Andreas, CA…The U.S. National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat warning that includes Motherlode Counties from 11AM Saturday, July 15 to 11PM Sunday, July 16. Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures expected to reach 100 to 112 degrees is expected. Extreme heat significantly increases the potential for heat-related illnesses, particularly for those working our […]

FDA Approves First OTC Daily Oral Contraceptive

FDA Approves First OTC Daily Oral Contraceptive

Washington, DC…Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Opill (norgestrel) tablet for nonprescription use to prevent pregnancy— the first daily oral contraceptive approved for use in the U.S. without a prescription. Approval of this progestin-only oral contraceptive pill provides an option for consumers to purchase oral contraceptive medicine without a prescription at drug stores, […]

FDA Converts Novel Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment to Traditional Approval

FDA Converts Novel Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment to Traditional Approval

Washington, DC…The U.S. Food and Drug Administration converted Leqembi (lecanemab-irmb), indicated to treat adult patients with Alzheimer’s Disease, to traditional approval following a determination that a confirmatory trial verified clinical benefit. Leqembi is the first amyloid beta-directed antibody to be converted from an accelerated approval to a traditional approval for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. The […]

Summer Safety Tips for Warmer Weather

Summer Safety Tips for Warmer Weather

San Andreas, CA…Weather in Calaveras County is expected to exceed temperatures of 100 degrees Fahrenheit this coming weekend. High temperatures cause over 700 heat related deaths in the United States every year. Staying safe during the summer heat can help prevent heat related illnesses or even death. Calaveras County Health Officer, Dr. Rene Ramirez, reminds […]

Family 4 Fitness “Where friends and family work out together” Start Your Fitness Journey Today!

Family 4 Fitness “Where friends and family work out together” Start Your Fitness Journey Today!

Vallecito, CA…Our mission is to help our members of the Calaveras County community achieve a healthy lifestyle in a non-intimidating clean, friendly environment. We pride ourselves on our family like atmosphere, which makes us unlike any other facility in the area. “Where friends and family work out together” Please call us at 736-0039 with any questions, we […]

Women’s Health Event on June 29th at Greenhorn Creek

Women’s Health Event on June 29th at Greenhorn Creek

Angels Camp, CA…Join us for an informative event dedicated to women’s health services in our community. Meet local physicians and staff while learning about the wide range of healthcare options available. Limited spots are available, reserve your spot now by calling 209-754-2624. #womenshealth #marktwainmedicalcenter Event occurs on 06/29/2023 from 05:30 PM to .

Women’s Health Event on June 29th at Greenhorn Creek

Women’s Health Event on June 29th at Greenhorn Creek

Angels Camp, CA…Join us for an informative event dedicated to women’s health services in our community. Meet local physicians and staff while learning about the wide range of healthcare options available. Limited spots are available, reserve your spot now by calling 209-754-2624. #womenshealth #marktwainmedicalcenter

Reach Your Fitness Goals with T-Fit & Fitness Pro Rob Tenerowicz

Reach Your Fitness Goals with T-Fit & Fitness Pro Rob Tenerowicz

Vallecito, CA…Local One on One or Group Training with Fitness Pro Rob Tenerowicz will help you reach your Fitness Goals.  It’s never too late to enjoy the benefits of a strength and conditioning program.  Men and women of any age, and any experience level (even if none) can benefit.  No gym membership required – train […]