San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Public Health Officer and Calaveras County Air Pollution Control District are issuing a joint air quality advisory to notify the public of the potentially hazardous air quality conditions due to smoke from fires currently burning throughout the state. Although the air throughout the county is currently rated as Unhealthy, the […]
San Andreas, CA…Dr. Parza is an Expert in Women’s Health and Kindness at Mark Twain Medical Center
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Public Health Officer and Calaveras County Air Pollution Control District are re-issuing a joint air quality advisory to notify the public of the potential for poor air quality conditions due to smoke from fires currently burning throughout the state. This advisory will remain in place until further notice. The potential […]
San Andreas, CA…Smoke from the Northern California fires continues to impact air quality in Calaveras County. The impact varies, based on geographical location and wind direction, but has the greatest impact at this time on sensitive populations, including individuals with heart and lung disease, elderly persons, infants, children and pregnant women. Because the Calaveras County […]
San Andreas, CA…Smoke from the Ferguson Fire in Mariposa County is impacting air quality in Calaveras County. The impact varies, based on geographical location and wind direction, but has the greatest impact at this time on sensitive populations, including individuals with heart and lung disease, elderly persons, infants, children and pregnant women. As general cautionary […]
Sonora, CA…This week the Collaborative Alliance for Nursing Outcomes (CALNOC) announced that Adventist Health Sonora is being recognized with Performance Excellence Awards for Best Performance in Preventing Hospital Acquired Pressure Ulcers and Best Performance in Preventing Hospital Acquired Infections – MRSA Total Facility. Adventist Health Sonora has been recognized with these awards for achieving zero […]
San Andreas, CA…MTMC’s Child & Babysitting Safety Class! AHA First Aid/CPR/AED Certification Included!
Boston, MA – Students who lived in dormitories without air conditioning (AC) during a heat wave performed worse on a series of cognitive tests compared with students who lived in air-conditioned dorms, according to new research led by Harvard T.H Chan School of Public Health. The field study, the first to demonstrate the detrimental cognitive […]
San Andreas, CA…MTMC’s Child & Babysitting Safety Class! AHA First Aid/CPR/AED Certification Included!
Arnold, CA…Get Your Summer Pool Memberships Now at Big Trees Fitness!
Arnold, Twain Harte & Groveland, CA…Twain Harte Pharmacy Employee of the Month: Abby-Pharmacy Clerk. “She is very eager to learn.” Friendly and courteous.” “Goes out of her way to help another.”
Tokyo & Cambridge…Eisai Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Tokyo, CEO: Haruo Naito, “Eisai”) and Biogen Inc. (NASDAQ:BIIB) (Headquarters: Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States, CEO: Michel Vounatsos, “Biogen”) announced positive topline results from the Phase II study with BAN2401, an anti-amyloid beta protofibril antibody, in 856 patients with early Alzheimer’s disease. The study achieved statistical significance on key predefined […]
Washington, DC…Because the vast majority of older Americans live at home and a large number of older people have functional limitations or ill health, according to social survey data, more will rely on eldercare. In fact, American Community Survey data show that less than 10 percent of older Americans with a disability live in nursing […]
San Andreas, CA…MTMC’s Child & Babysitting Safety Class! AHA First Aid/CPR/AED Certification Included!
Arnold, CA…We’re back for another great race! Join us in this one-mile race that occurs immediately before the Arnold Independence Day parade and celebrate July 4th mountain style! This is a fundraiser for Hazel Fischer Elementary School’s Parents Club, and all ages are welcome to participate. How fast can you run a mile? Once an […]
Zurich, Switzerland…A genetic circuit designed to regulate blood glucose levels, which is activated by the caffeine found in coffee, is demonstrated in a mouse model of diabetes. The findings are reported in Nature Communications this week. Type-2 diabetes mellitus affects more than 400 million people worldwide with substantial associated health costs. Successful health management requires […]
Washington, DC…A new study from the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows that when it comes to handwashing before meals, consumers are failing to properly clean their hands 97 percent of the time. Rushed handwashing can lead to cross-contamination of food and other surfaces, resulting in foodborne illness. “As a mother of three young children, I […]
Arnold, CA…Don’t miss another FUN FREE CONCERT at the Big Trees Fitness Pool! We are excited to present live SWING GITANE! June 30th @ 6:30! Pool will be open to the public. Gourmet Burgers, Chips, & Drink $6.99 We Are Big Trees Our facility is a landmark in the Arnold, California area. After a period […]
San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center is pleased to announce the arrival of an additional Surgeon to Mark Twain Medical Center. Dr. Eldo Frezza is a Board Certified General Surgeon, specializing in breast surgery, wound care, colorectal surgery, and advanced technology in hernia surgery. Dr. Frezza has practiced medicine in both the United States and […]
Copperopolis, CA…Last week, Adventist Health Sonora’s Foundation held the 22nd annual Golf Classic at Saddle Creek Golf Resort. It was a beautiful day for the 115 golfers who enjoyed 18 holes, lunch and an awards banquet. The tournament and contest winners were: 1st Place Champions/ Score: 51 Team 7A Joe Deleon Mutunga Maithya Axel Gomes […]
Arnold, CA…Tumbling Clinic At Big Trees Fitness. June 28 – 29.
Washington, DC…The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Epidiolex (cannabidiol) [CBD] oral solution for the treatment of seizures associated with two rare and severe forms of epilepsy, Lennox-Gastaut syndrome and Dravet syndrome, in patients two years of age and older. This is the first FDA-approved drug that contains a purified drug substance derived from marijuana. […]
Angels Camp, CA…The 11th annual Barger Golf Outing was held on Monday, June 4th at Greenhorn Creek Resort. The annual charity tournament attracted 120 golfers who competed in a modified scramble with scoring based on the “blind bogie” method. The day’s activities raised $60,000 bringing the cumulative event total to more than a half a […]
Arnold, CA…The Arnold Branch Library and the Arnold Lions are sponsoring a Senior Expo and Health Fair to be held at the library on Saturday, June 23, 2018 from 10am to 1pm.
San Andreas, CA…MTMC’s Child & Babysitting Safety Class! AHA First Aid/CPR/AED Certification Included!
Arnold, CA…We’re back for another great race! Join us in this one-mile race that occurs immediately before the Arnold Independence Day parade and celebrate July 4th mountain style! This is a fundraiser for Hazel Fischer Elementary School’s Parents Club, and all ages are welcome to participate. How fast can you run a mile? Once an […]
Arnold, CA…The Arnold Branch Library and the Arnold Lions are sponsoring a Senior Expo and Health Fair to be held at the library on Saturday, June 23, 2018 from 10am to 1pm.
San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center is pleased to announce the arrival of an additional Surgeon to Mark Twain Medical Center. Dr. Eldo Frezza is a Board Certified General Surgeon, specializing in breast surgery, wound care, colorectal surgery, and advanced technology in hernia surgery. Dr. Frezza has practiced medicine in both the United States and […]
Columbia, CA…Sierra Repertory Theatre has awarded the preview performance of its production of the hit Broadway musical “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast” to Mind Matters to be used as a major fundraiser. “We think this is a great way for people, young and old, to enjoy a wonderful evening in the theatre while helping Mind […]
San Andreas, CA…“The passage of Measure A affirms a new lease between the Mark Twain Health Care District and Mark Twain Medical Center, which will continue to be affiliated with Dignity Health. Dignity Health continues to be proud to serve the residents of Calaveras County, providing high-quality, accessible health care. We want to thank the […]
