Washington, DC…One year ago this week, President Donald J. Trump declared the opioid crisis a public health emergency. Ever since, the Trump Administration has applied an all-of-Government approach to the epidemic, allowing each agency and department to do their part to help the cause. This is a crisis that cannot be solved through Government action […]
San Andreas, CA…Valuable Health Care Resources to Help Shape Your Future Women’s Breast Health Answers. Dr. Eldo Frezza is a Board Certified General Surgeon, specializing in breast reconstruction, wound care, and colon dissections and repairs. Dr. Frezza has practiced Medicine in both the United States and Italy. He also holds a Master’s Degree in Business […]
San Andreas, CA…ON Saturday Mark Twain Medical Center held their 20th Annual Health Fair. These are great events for local residents. Low or no cost health screenings and tests, healthcare community info & more. They also delivered 411 Flu shots to keep Calaveras flu free this winter.
Murphys, CA…What is the Medicare Open Enrollment Period? The Medicare Open Enrollment Period is the time during which people with Medicare can make new choices and pick plans that work best for them. Each year, Medicare plan costs and coverage typically change. In addition, your health-care needs may have changed over the past year. The […]
San Andreas, CA…Valuable Health Care Resources to Help Shape Your Future Women’s Breast Health Answers. Dr. Eldo Frezza is a Board Certified General Surgeon, specializing in breast reconstruction, wound care, and colon dissections and repairs. Dr. Frezza has practiced Medicine in both the United States and Italy. He also holds a Master’s Degree in Business […]
Valley Springs, CA…Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Valley Springs Health & Wellness Center was held on September 28th at 10:30am. It was a great kickoff to a great project that will bring state of the art family medical care and many, many jobs to the area… About the District Association of California Healthcare Districts (ACHD) Healthcare […]
San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) will be holding its 20th Annual Fall Health Fair on Saturday, September 29th from 7am to noon at the Hospital Campus in San Andreas. In addition to the many valuable services and information that will be available; this year the MACT Health Board, Inc. will have two of […]
Valley Springs, CA…VA Health Van Clinic, Sept. 27th, 2018, 10 am- 2 pm, Jenny Lind Veterans Memorial Bldg. 300 Daphne St. Valley Springs, CA 95252. VA Medical Provider No Appointment Necessary. Local Agencies Represented: VA Health Care Enrollment, Calaveras County Veterans Service Office, Silver Paw Ranch, California Telephones, Common Ground Senior Services. If you are […]
San Andreas, CA…Dean Kelaita, Health Officer, is urging Calaveras County residents to get vaccinated against influenza (the flu) this season as soon as possible. In California, flu usually begins to increase in late November or December. It takes a couple of weeks after vaccination for the body to respond fully, so now is the time […]
San Andreas, CA – September 24, 2018-According to the dictionary, PINK is a shade of color between red and white. But during the month of October the color PINK has become to symbolize the power, strength and courage of those on a breast cancer journey and the importance of early detection programs. MTMC is bringing […]
Valley Springs, CA…Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Valley Springs Health & Wellness Center will be September 28th at 10:30am. Make plans to attend and celebrate the future of healthcare in Valley Springs. About the District Association of California Healthcare Districts (ACHD) Healthcare Districts are public entities that provide community-based health care services to residents throughout the […]
San Andreas, CA…Did you know that 1 in 4 Americans aged 65+ falls every year? According to the National Council on Aging, falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for older Americans. Falls are costly—in dollars and in quality of life. However, falling is not an inevitable part of aging. Through a gentle […]
Washington, CA…The latest estimates show that in 2017, more than 72,000 Americans died from drug overdoses, most involving opioids like prescription pain medications, heroin and illicitly made fentanyl. These deaths outnumbered deaths caused by motor-vehicle crashes and they outnumbered deaths caused by suicide. For the second year in a row, overdose deaths were higher than […]
San Andreas, CA…Valuable Health Care Resources to Help Shape Your Future Women’s Breast Health Answers. Dr. Eldo Frezza is a Board Certified General Surgeon, specializing in breast reconstruction, wound care, and colon dissections and repairs. Dr. Frezza has practiced Medicine in both the United States and Italy. He also holds a Master’s Degree in Business […]
San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) will be holding its 20th Annual Fall Health Fair on Saturday, September 29th from 7am to noon at the Hospital Campus in San Andreas. In addition to the many valuable services and information that will be available; this year the MACT Health Board, Inc. will have two of […]
Murphys, CA…Stephanie Edwards-Norfleet, PhD, who has a proven track record of helping nonprofit organizations reach their full potential, has been selected to be the new Executive Director for Mind Matters, the Murphys based clinic that helps individuals and families cope with the consequences of autism spectrum disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and learning disabilities. […]
Cupertino, CA….Apple today introduced Apple Watch Series 4, redesigned and re-engineered to help users stay connected, be more active and manage their health in powerful new ways. While retaining the original iconic design, the fourth-generation Apple Watch has been refined, combining new hardware and software enhancements into a genuinely singular, unified form. The stunning display […]
San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) will be holding its 20th Annual Fall Health Fair on Saturday, September 29th from 7am to noon at the Hospital Campus in San Andreas. In addition to the many valuable services and information that will be available; this year the MACT Health Board, Inc. will have two of […]
Valley Springs, CA…VA Health Van Clinic, Sept. 27th, 2018, 10 am- 2 pm, Jenny Lind Veterans Memorial Bldg. 300 Daphne St. Valley Springs, CA 95252. VA Medical Provider No Appointment Necessary. Local Agencies Represented: VA Health Care Enrollment, Calaveras County Veterans Service Office, Silver Paw Ranch, California Telephones, Common Ground Senior Services. If you are […]
Calaveras County, CA… 9/1/2018 – Did you know that 1 in 4 Americans aged 65+ falls every year? According to the National Council on Aging, falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for older Americans. Falls are costly—in dollars and in quality of life. However, falling is not an inevitable part of aging. […]
West Point, CA…VA Health Van Clinic, August 30th , 2018, 10 am- 2 pm, VFW #3322 West Point, 202 Spink Rd. West Point, Ca, 95255. Local Agencies Represented: VA Health Care Enrollment, Calaveras County Veterans Service Office Common Ground Senior Services, VA Medical Provider, VHA Vet Center Rep. If you are NOT currently in the […]
Washington, DC…The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the first generic version of EpiPen and EpiPen Jr (epinephrine) auto-injector for the emergency treatment of allergic reactions, including those that are life-threatening (anaphylaxis), in adults and pediatric patients who weigh more than 33 pounds. Teva Pharmaceuticals USA gained approval to market its generic epinephrine auto-injector […]