'We are one of the epicenters': Bay Area responds as monkeypox becomes global emergency
The World Health Organization has declared monkeypox a global health emergency. This is the WHO’s highest level of alert. Health officials in the Bay Area said we are one of the 'epicenters' of the disease and there must be a coordinated effort to stop the spread.
The World Health Organization has declared monkeypox a global health emergency. This is the WHO’s highest level of alert. Health officials in the Bay Area said we are one of the 'epicenters' of the disease and there must be a coordinated effort to stop the spread.
Polio live oral vaccine: Here's why the US stopped using it years ago
The first case of polio in the US in years was detected this week in New York — here's what to know about polio vaccines.
The first case of polio in the US in years was detected this week in New York — here's what to know about polio vaccines.
World Health Organization declares monkeypox a global emergency
Declaring a global emergency means the monkeypox outbreak is an “extraordinary event” that could spill over into more countries and requires a coordinated global response.
Declaring a global emergency means the monkeypox outbreak is an “extraordinary event” that could spill over into more countries and requires a coordinated global response.
San Francisco deferring 2nd dose of monkeypox vaccine until supply increases
San Francisco Department of Public Health on Friday announced they will defer the second dose of the Jynneos monkeypox vaccine in order to inoculate as many people from broader at-risk populations as demand outweighs supply.
San Francisco Department of Public Health on Friday announced they will defer the second dose of the Jynneos monkeypox vaccine in order to inoculate as many people from broader at-risk populations as demand outweighs supply.
Toxic algae found in Russian River and Spring Lake
There are good algae and then there are toxic algae. It's important to know the difference as there have been warnings at some local Bay Area beaches.
There are good algae and then there are toxic algae. It's important to know the difference as there have been warnings at some local Bay Area beaches.
Monkeypox virus could become entrenched as new STD in the US
So far, over 2,000 virus cases have been reported in the U.S. Symptoms include fever, body aches, chills, fatigue, and bumps on parts of the body.
So far, over 2,000 virus cases have been reported in the U.S. Symptoms include fever, body aches, chills, fatigue, and bumps on parts of the body.
'This is kind of a travesty': SF supes slam pace of response to monkeypox outbreak
San Francisco supervisors on Thursday lambasted the public health response to the ongoing global monkeypox outbreak, calling for improved communication with at-risk groups and an influx of vaccine doses.
San Francisco supervisors on Thursday lambasted the public health response to the ongoing global monkeypox outbreak, calling for improved communication with at-risk groups and an influx of vaccine doses.
Biden tests positive for COVID-19, has ‘very mild’ symptoms, WH says
The president has “very mild” symptoms and is taking Paxlovid, the drug used to treat COVID-19, according to the White House.
The president has “very mild” symptoms and is taking Paxlovid, the drug used to treat COVID-19, according to the White House.
Long lines stretch around block in San Francisco for coveted monkeypox vaccine
People eligible for the monkeypox vaccine showed up in droves to a walk-in clinic to get a shot on Wednesday at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital.
People eligible for the monkeypox vaccine showed up in droves to a walk-in clinic to get a shot on Wednesday at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital.
Indianapolis doctor who performed abortion prepares defamation suit against state's attorney general
An Indianapolis doctor who performed an abortion on a 10-year-old rape victim from Ohio took the first step Tuesday toward suing Indiana’s attorney general for defamation.
An Indianapolis doctor who performed an abortion on a 10-year-old rape victim from Ohio took the first step Tuesday toward suing Indiana’s attorney general for defamation.
Laughing gas and childbirth: An option for patients looking for a middle ground
Doctors and patients around the world are likely familiar with using laughing gas during childbirth, but it’s largely gone under the radar here in the U.S. — until now.
Doctors and patients around the world are likely familiar with using laughing gas during childbirth, but it’s largely gone under the radar here in the U.S. — until now.
Monkeypox vaccines available in limited supply for those eligible at SF General Hospital starting Wednesday
The monkeypox vaccine remains in limited supply with high demand, but San Francisco health officials say they've allocated 4,000 doses of the vaccine on Tuesday.
The monkeypox vaccine remains in limited supply with high demand, but San Francisco health officials say they've allocated 4,000 doses of the vaccine on Tuesday.
Santa Clara County monkeypox cases double in a week, vaccine eligibility expands
Starting this week, the Public Health Department of Santa Clara County will offer the monkeypox vaccine to eligible people via appointment only.
Starting this week, the Public Health Department of Santa Clara County will offer the monkeypox vaccine to eligible people via appointment only.
CDC endorses more traditional Novavax COVID-19 vaccine for adults
Health officials say U.S. adults who haven’t gotten any COVID-19 shots yet should consider a new option from Novavax.
Health officials say U.S. adults who haven’t gotten any COVID-19 shots yet should consider a new option from Novavax.
Only son donates kidney to mother: ‘It’s amazing to give life in a different way’
The 25-year-old couldn’t imagine going through life without his mother. So he did what he could to help her live longer.
The 25-year-old couldn’t imagine going through life without his mother. So he did what he could to help her live longer.
Fauci to retire by the end of Biden's term: report
Dr. Anthony Fauci is reportedly set to retire after more than five decades in federal service.
Dr. Anthony Fauci is reportedly set to retire after more than five decades in federal service.
Monkeypox vaccine continues slow rollout
For folks concerned about the spread of monkeypox here in the Bay Area, the reality is though the vaccine is highly effective, it remains in short supply, well behind demand. If this disease was a transmissible as Covid, we would be in another scary scenario as we saw in the early Covid days. Fortunately it is not: as of Friday, 1,469 monkeypox cases nationwide.
For folks concerned about the spread of monkeypox here in the Bay Area, the reality is though the vaccine is highly effective, it remains in short supply, well behind demand. If this disease was a transmissible as Covid, we would be in another scary scenario as we saw in the early Covid days. Fortunately it is not: as of Friday, 1,469 monkeypox cases nationwide.
BART mask mandate to expire Monday
Starting Monday, BART riders will not be required to wear a mask. In April, officials voted to require face coverings as a temporary measure, and that rule was effective until July 18.
Starting Monday, BART riders will not be required to wear a mask. In April, officials voted to require face coverings as a temporary measure, and that rule was effective until July 18.
The national 988 mental health hotline is live
People across the United States experiencing a mental health crisis have a new way to reach out for help. Starting Saturday anyone can call or text 988.
People across the United States experiencing a mental health crisis have a new way to reach out for help. Starting Saturday anyone can call or text 988.
San Francisco to receive more than 4,100 doses of monkeypox vaccine
San Francisco is expected to receive more than 4,100 doses of monkeypox vaccine by next week, State Senator Scott Wiener said.
San Francisco is expected to receive more than 4,100 doses of monkeypox vaccine by next week, State Senator Scott Wiener said.