Health

Fatality Statistics for Kern County

From the February 12, 2021 Edition

By Michelle Corson, KCDPH

Below are key findings in the updated Kern County Department of Public Health covid-19 death data: •There are no deaths of children under the age of 18.

•Ages 65+ continues …

Surge in Vaccines —Call Now If You Are Eligible

From the January 29, 2021 Edition

By Patric Hedlund, TME

Who would have thought, just one year ago, that spending three hours on hold on the telephone with the Kern County Department of Public Health to try to get an appointment …

Are you 65 or older? You can get your vaccine

From the January 22, 2021 Edition

Due to new California guidelines as of January 13, you are now eligible to receive a covid-19 vaccination.

Check with your doctor, and see pages 5 and 9 for more information and details.