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Comprehensive Report Measures Counties’ Health

Shasta County residents are more likely to breathe clean air and graduate from high school than people statewide, but they’re also more likely to smoke, drink, live in poverty and lack access to healthy foods, according to a comprehensive health… Continue Reading

Path2Health Provides No-Cost Health Coverage for Uninsured Residents

SHASTA COUNTY – Uninsured Shasta County residents now have more options for health care thanks to a federal waiver allowing California to bring the benefits of healthcare reform to rural communities early. Path2Health – a new Low Income Health Program… Continue Reading

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Redding Recreation Offers Women’s Fitness & Adventure Club

This fall, Redding Recreation will begin a new program specifically for adult women. The Women’s Fitness and Adventure Clubs is a group for all ages and abilities. It is a place where women can feel supported, encouraged, challenged, strengthened; all… Continue Reading

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For Diabetics, Exercising is Not a Walk in the Park

For many, starting an exercise program is often daunting for people because they may be out of shape, overweight or have other health conditions that lead to inactivity. Although every journey begins with the first step, walking might not be… Continue Reading

Parents, Graduation Is No Time for Teen Drinking

Graduation is a time of celebration. Many Shasta County teens mark this important life event with fun-filled, well-attended Sober Graduation parties. However, it may be difficult for parents to stay firm against allowing alcohol at parties in their homes or… Continue Reading

Minds Matter Mental Health Resource Fair Offers Aid for All

What: Minds Matter Mental Health Resource Fair
When: Monday (May 23), 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Where: Redding Library (directions)
Cost: Free

Everyone has mental health, and everyone can use some help at times, whether you’re dealing with workplace stress or have been diagnosed … Continue Reading

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School Clinics Aim to Make Tdap Vaccination Easier

To help parents comply with a new law, Shasta County Public Health is partnering with the Shasta County Office of Education and local high schools to offer eight clinics at Shasta County schools to give booster shots to protect against whooping cough. The first is Tuesday.

AB 354 requires all children entering 7th through 12th grade to … Continue Reading

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This May, Stand Against Stigma

May is Mental Health Month, and myths about mental illness frequently spread fear and inaccurate perceptions of people living with mental health problems. This stigma can lead to discrimination and discourage people from seeking the help they need, a significant problem when one in five people struggle with mental illness. To fight … Continue Reading

Healthier Living Workshop Comes to Round Mountain

What: A six-week Healthier Living Workshop
When: Every Tuesday from May 10 to Jun 14, 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where: Hill Country Health and Wellness Clinic in Round Mountain

People living with chronic health conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, heart disease, lung disease, chronic pain and others are invited … Continue Reading