A Plan 4 Me December…Living with Loss & Healthy Cooking
San Andreas, CA…A Plan 4 Me December…Living with Loss & Healthy Cooking
Wildfire Smoke Warning & Air Quality Advisory for Amador County
Sutter Creek, CA – Some areas of Amador County are experiencing heavy smoke due to smoke drift from wildfires burning in other counties. Amador County Public Health advises community members that air quality may be unsafe for those with sensitive medical conditions. Residents with chronic health conditions, young children, pregnant women and elderly adults should […]
Vietnam Veteran Marks 10 years of Walks to Raise Money for UCLA’s Operation Mend Ric Ryan has raised $125,000 to Support Veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars
Murphys, CA…Ric Ryan, 72, fought for his country in Vietnam, has had both knees and one hip replaced and, in August, was struck by a car at a crosswalk. The car accident took him out of action for several weeks, but soon he was back trekking along the streets near his hometown of Murphys, California […]
A Crowd Welcomes Olde Iron Fitness to Angels Camp
Angels Camp, CA…Last night the Angels Camp Business Association and community welcomed Olde Iron Fitness to Angels Camp. A good sized crowd was on hand to welcome the area’s newest business and fitness center. It was a great night for Troy, Karina & their team. Stop by their new gym on the South end of […]
MTMC Grows Orthopedic Care in Calaveras County as Seasoned Orthopedist Recruited to Join the Team
San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) has successfully recruited a third orthopedic surgeon to join the MTMC Specialty Care practice along with Dr. Craig Lovett and Dr. Lisa Siegler. Dr. Roger Rogalski is a welcomed addition to the experienced team. He has been actively practicing in the South Lake Tahoe as an Orthopaedic Surgeon, […]
MTMC Grows Orthopedic Care in Calaveras County as Seasoned Orthopedist Joins the Team
San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) has successfully recruited a third orthopedic surgeon to join the MTMC Specialty Care practice along with Dr. Craig Lovett and Dr. Lisa Siegler. Dr. Roger Rogalski is a welcomed addition to the experienced team. He has been actively practicing in the South Lake Tahoe as an Orthopaedic Surgeon, […]
Prevent Flu this Season by Getting a Flu Shot
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 […]
More than 90% of the World’s Children Breathe Toxic Air Every Day Says WHO
Geneva….Every day around 93% of the world’s children under the age of 15 years (1.8 billion children) breathe air that is so polluted it puts their health and development at serious risk. Tragically, many of them die: WHO estimates that in 2016, 600,000 children died from acute lower respiratory infections caused by polluted air. A […]
Open House for New and Spacious Clinic Mark Twain Medical Center in San Andreas
San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) is pleased to announce that the San Andreas Clinic has officially moved into their ‘New’ Family Medical Clinic that is close to 5000 square feet in size. On behalf of the physicians and staff at MTMC, the public is encouraged and invited to attend the ribbon cutting and […]
Mark Twain Medical Center Opens New and Spacious Clinic in San Andreas
San Andreas, CA – October 26, 2018- Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) is pleased to announce that the San Andreas Clinic has officially moved into their ‘New’ Family Medical Clinic that is close to 5000 square feet in size. On behalf of the physicians and staff at MTMC, the public is encouraged and invited to […]
Free Rabies Vaccinations & Micro Chipping on October 27th
Copperopolis, CA….The Friends of Calaveras Animal Services (FOCAS), Calaveras County Animal Services, Cathy Gatlin, DVM and the Copperopolis Fire Protection District are offering FREE RABIES VACCINATIONS & MICRO-CHIPPING. Saturday ~ October 27, 2018 ~ 9am to 11:30 At the Copperopolis Fire Station, 370 Main Street, Copperopolis Rabies is a deadly disease caused by a virus. […]
The 10th Annual Teddy Bear Clinic Opened Industry Doors for Next Generation
San Andreas, CA….Last week and every October for the last decade the grounds and halls of Mark Twain Medical Center have filled with kindergartners from throughout Calaveras County. It is a great event that shows the next generation that EMS, Firefighters, Doctors, Nurses, Law Enforcement & more are there to help them and also provide […]
The White House on a Year of Action to Combat the Opioid Crisis
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 […]
Evening Mammograms in October at Mark Twain Medical Center
San Andreas, CA…Evening Mammograms in October at Mark Twain Medical Center
Be Our Guest to Ribbon Cutting and Open House for San Andreas Family Medical Clinic
San Andreas, CA….Be Our Guest to Ribbon Cutting and Open House for San Andreas Family Medical Clinic
A Plan 4 Me FREE Women’s Health Seminar Oct. 4th at 11:30 a.m.
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 […]
411 Flu Shots & More Delivered at the 20th Annual Mark Twain Medical Center Health Fair
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.
Evening Mammograms in October at Mark Twain Medical Center
San Andreas, CA…Evening Mammograms in October at Mark Twain Medical Center
Medicare Open Enrollment Began October 15 ~ From Brian J Tewksbury
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 […]
A Plan 4 Me FREE Women’s Health Seminar Oct. 4th at 11:30 a.m.
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 […]
Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Valley Springs Health & Wellness Center…Video & Photos of the Ceremony Up Now
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 […]
Mark Twain Medical Center Hosts 20th Annual Fall Health Fair Saturday September 29th!
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 […]
VA Health Van Clinic Sept. 27th Jenny Lind Veterans Memorial Bldg.
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 […]
Prevent Flu this Season by Getting a Flu Shot
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 […]
MTMC Places PINK Top of Mind In Honor of Breast Cancer Awareness
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 […]
Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Valley Springs Health & Wellness Center
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 […]
Local Health Care District Saves Lives with New “Stay Vertical Calaveras” Program
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 […]
Trump Administration Makes “Crisis Next Door” a Top Priority. ~ By Jim Carroll
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 […]
A Plan 4 Me FREE Women’s Health Seminar Oct. 4th at 11:30 a.m.
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 […]
Mark Twain Medical Center Hosts 20th Annual Fall Health Fair Saturday September 29th!
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 […]