Bay Area
Poor air quality expected through Tuesday
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Everyone, especially children, older adults and those w/ breathing or heart issues, should limit outdoor activities.Bay Area
Dead bird marks first West Nile virus case in two years for San Mateo County
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Though reports of dead birds indicate presence of the virus, the risk to humans remains low; and the virus cannot be spread person to person.commentary
Commentary | All-electric building codes for new homes would protect our health – and our kids’ health
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Indoor pollution from gas furnaces, heaters, dryers and gas stoves can cause asthma in children--Californians should commit to healthier homes.Elections
Commentary | Promises kept? On health care, Trump’s claims of ‘monumental steps’ don’t add up
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Brief breakdown of what Trump has done — and has not done — on some key health issues.covid-19
Study: Pandemic-induced stress could be increasing the risk of child abuse
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When children stay home -- and schools are not reporting -- abuse is more likely to go unnoticed.Health Matters
Older adults get new county website dedicated to their needs
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Data, reports and guides as well as volunteer opportunities can also be found on the site.Health Matters
A real head trip: UC Berkeley researchers take deeper look at psychedelic drugs
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One reason for studying psychedelics is that they may help people suffering from a mental illness.Bay Area
Officials urges Contra Costa residents to take precautions against West Nile Virus
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Dead birds and sentinel chickens have tested positive for the virus in Contra Costa County.Bay Area
