As California assesses the lasting impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, public health experts say they are concerned about managing future health emergencies after battling a disinformation crisis. For the last two years, county public health departments have been tasked to respond to a pandemic unlike anything seen in decades. As guidance from the California Public … Disinformation dampens enthusiasm for Covid vaccinations
California children are lagging behind adults in vaccination rates, and misinformation about vaccine safety may increase risks for families, health experts say. The battle over scientific data versus politicized debate erupted in Butte County, where parents and political leaders at times pushed false information about the virus to argue against shutdowns and removal of masking … Public health experts: the vaccine is safe for babies and young children
At a time when Butte County faces pressing problems -– from homelessness to drought -– a record amount of money is pouring into the race for the District 2 seat on the Board of Supervisors. In the final weeks leading up to the June 7 primary election, last-minute contributions flowed into the race and a … Stakes high in costly Butte supervisor race
Following the suspension of a Rosedale Elementary assistant vice principal, families around Chico are calling on Chico Unified School District (CUSD) and the school board to not only reverse the decision, but to also take action on equity. Joana Campos Castañeda, known as Joana Campos at Rosedale, was placed on leave last month and alleged … Parents and professors: Reinstate vice principal, commit to equity
Lea aqui en español Parents are calling for change after a Rosedale Elementary assistant vice principal, who acted as equity leader for the school, said she has been placed on administrative leave. Joana Campos Castañeda, known at Rosedale as Ms. Campos, alleges that she has been suspended for insubordination after voicing concerns about the school’s … Rosedale Elementary vice principal and equity leader says she has been suspended
Public health experts are urging people to stay vigilant and get vaccination boosters as the new COVID-19 variant BA.2 becomes the dominant strain of coronavirus. Experts worry that as the new variant spreads, in counties like Butte where vaccination rates and community masking are low, communities will be particularly vulnerable. Butte County Public Health data … Medical experts warn against complacency as new COVID variant appears