If Sutter Health prices are up, why is the quality of patient care down?
Sutter puts up signs saying “Healthcare heroes work here,” but normally, people listen to heroes — and Sutter doesn’t seem to be listening.
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Berkeley expands vaccine eligibility to all above 16 regardless of residence
As vaccination appointments open up across the state, anyone 16 years old and older can make an appointment in the city of Berkeley regardless of where they live beginning April 30.
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Moscone vaccine hub in San Francisco distributes leftover vaccines daily
Amid statewide efforts to increase the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines, the vaccination hub at Moscone Center in San Francisco has distributed leftover vaccines at the closing of each daily vaccination period to individuals who do not have appointments or eligibility.
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Beyond statistics: Remembering lives lost to COVID-19 in Berkeley
Devoted parents and cherished friends were among the 35 people who died from COVID-19 in Berkeley over the course of the pandemic. Some were pioneers in their respective fields, and others were passionate social workers with bright futures ahead of them.
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COVID-19 vaccinations available for Berkeley residents older than 65
The city of Berkeley is coordinating 2,000 COVID-19 vaccination appointments for Berkeley and Alameda County residents ages 65 and older.
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Berkeley administers 92% of allocated vaccines, exceeds statewide distribution
Amid concerns about insufficient COVID-19 vaccination rollout, Berkeley has administered 92% of its limited supply as of Jan. 15, exceeding the statewide distribution of less than a third of vaccines.
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US Department of Energy campaign showcases smart building technology
On Sunday, the Smart Energy Analytics Campaign announced its completion of a four-year initiative showcasing the use of smart building technologies that can save facilities an average of $3 million in annual energy costs.
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Nurses allege unsafe working conditions, mismanagement in Bay Area hospitals amid pandemic
As the COVID-19 pandemic brings safety challenges to local hospitals, Berkeley and Oakland health workers are calling for stronger protective measures from hospital leadership.
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First 5 Alameda County receives CA grant to join adverse childhood experiences awareness initiative
The California surgeon general’s office and the Department of Health Care Services recently awarded First 5 Alameda County a $325,470 grant to participate in the state’s adverse childhood experiences awareness initiative.
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Berkeley city officials encourage testing, facial coverings at town hall
During Mayor Jesse Arreguín’s virtual town hall Saturday, Berkeley city officials discussed concerns about city operations, facial coverings and testing as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.
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