Calaveras Experiences Increase in COVID-19 Cases as New COVID-19 Formulation is Authorized

Calaveras Experiences Increase in COVID-19 Cases as New COVID-19 Formulation is Authorized

San Andreas, CA…COVID-19 cases have steadily increased in Calaveras within the last month. The county is now experiencing case rates almost three times higher than this time last year. More information on Calaveras County COVID-19 data can be found at the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) covid.ca.gov. On September 11th, the Federal Drug Administration […]

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 […]

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)

Arnold, CA…ARNOLD GYM UPDATE: THE PRE-SALE EVENT FOR T-FIT IS NOW OPEN for you to take advantage of the pre-sale discounts!! We will also have an Open House on Saturday, Sep 16, from 10:00-Noon at the gym to answer any questions, show you the progress and the plans, pick up your Founders Member water bottle and […]

Amador Receiving Updated COVID-19 Vaccines

Amador Receiving Updated COVID-19 Vaccines

Amador County, CA – This week, the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) approved the use of updated COVID-19 vaccines formulated for the currently circulating variants. “Vaccination remains critical to the health of our community. The updated vaccines will provide continued protection against serious consequences of COVID-19,” states Dr. Rita Kerr, Amador County Health Officer. Amador County […]

Covid-19 Boosters, Flu Shots & Other Vaccines Available from Sunrise Pharmacy

Covid-19 Boosters, Flu Shots & Other Vaccines Available from Sunrise Pharmacy

Valley Springs, CA…Test to Treat Covid-19 Program. If you have been exposed to Covid-19 and are at elevated risk for severe illness, you can now get free same-day testing and free antiviral medication. Treatment should start as soon as possible. Call the pharmacy anytime if you have questions. Available Covid-19 Booster Shots Moderna Bivalent Pfizer […]

FDA Approves Updated mRNA COVID-19 Vaccines

FDA Approves Updated mRNA COVID-19 Vaccines

Washington, DC…Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration took action approving and authorizing for emergency use updated COVID-19 vaccines formulated to more closely target currently circulating variants and to provide better protection against serious consequences of COVID-19, including hospitalization and death. Today’s actions relate to updated mRNA vaccines for 2023-2024 manufactured by ModernaTX Inc. and […]

West Nile Virus Case Confirmed in Calaveras County

West Nile Virus Case Confirmed in Calaveras County

San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Public Health Communicable Disease Program has confirmed one human case of West Nile Virus (WNV). This is the first case reported in Calaveras County in 2023.  “The most important aspect of West Nile virus is prevention and awareness. Any possible mosquito reservoirs, carrying infection must be eliminated,” said Dr. René […]

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 […]

Calaveras Health & Human Services Agency Announces Upcoming Community Mini-Grants

Calaveras Health & Human Services Agency Announces Upcoming Community Mini-Grants

San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) announced details of their upcoming Digital Inclusion Community Mini-Grants. This initiative is aimed at empowering older adults and persons with disabilities through digital connectivity and technology access. Applications will open by the end of the month. This mini-grant initiative is part of HHSAs commitment to […]

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 […]

Mark Twain Medical Center is Proud to Sponsor Local Sports!

Mark Twain Medical Center is Proud to Sponsor Local Sports!

San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center is Proud to Sponsor Local Sports! Mark Twain Medical Center is a major provider of health care services and a major source of jobs for area residents. Founded in 1951, Mark Twain Medical Center is a 25-bed, critical access hospital providing inpatient acute care, outpatient services and emergency services; […]

Covid-19 Boosters, Flu Shots & Other Vaccines Available from Sunrise Pharmacy

Covid-19 Boosters, Flu Shots & Other Vaccines Available from Sunrise Pharmacy

Valley Springs, CA…Test to Treat Covid-19 Program. If you have been exposed to Covid-19 and are at elevated risk for severe illness, you can now get free same-day testing and free antiviral medication. Treatment should start as soon as possible. Call the pharmacy anytime if you have questions. Available Covid-19 Booster Shots Moderna Bivalent Pfizer […]

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’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, […]