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Courtesy of SLO CountyIn a local effort to address the opioid crisis, San Luis Obispo County Health officials have placed more than 20 kits across the region that could save a person’s life during overdose. -
Santa Maria Public Library / FacebookAs society grows more reliant on digital communication, some people might find it hard to keep up. The Santa Maria Public Library is holding one-on-one sessions to help community members learn basic tech skills, like setting up devices or communicating online.
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Hundreds of nursing assistants, emergency room staff and other healthcare workers have voted to authorize a strike against Adventist Health. -
Valley Fever is caused by inhaling a soil fungus called Coccidioides. It can lead to symptoms like cough and fever. -
In an effort to highlight National Preparedness Month in September, a blood donation company is asking people on the Central Coast to give blood. -
San Luis Obispo County officials are warning its residents about the effects of a fungal infection called Valley fever. This comes after California recently reported record-breaking cases during 2023. -
Thanks to federal funding, the Cambria Community Healthcare District just got a million dollars closer to rebuilding their 24-hour ambulance station. A 2021 investigation found asbestos and lead paint chips in the 67 year old building. -
The Central Coast’s high temperatures are not only impacting humans— pets can also suffer from the heat in San Luis Obispo County. -
Families dealing with food insecurity in San Luis Obispo County are now able to receive extra aid thanks to a new summer program. -
During the spring and summer, ticks are more likely to bite and spread Lyme disease. -
Girls Inc. in Carpinteria is a girls’ leadership program and a place for after-school care. Now, it’s a climate resilience hub for the neighborhood, too. The non-profit is prepared to serve as a community gathering space during extreme heat events. -
A team from Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) just released a free video game for ocean enthusiasts and community scientists.
