Subvariants BA.4, BA5 are ultra-contagious and capable of reinfecting those who have survived earlier Omicron infection
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The events word for 2022: Rescheduled. Omicron variant’s rise bringing cancellations galore
Whether it’s Al Franken at the Civic, a reception for the MAH’s latest exhibition, a world premiere opera at Cabrillo, musical performances at the Catalyst and Moe’s Alley or arts events at the Tannery and Actors’ Theatre, Omicron is having the final say at the moment.
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Combating the youth mental health crisis: What signs should parents be watching out for?
Young people are experiencing an alarming increase in mental health challenges, the U.S. surgeon general has said. Here’s what you should know.
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Is Santa Cruz’s reported vaccine rate inaccurately low? It just might be because of this UCSC-related quirk
Public health officials are constantly tracking COVID-19 data in order to understand how to best respond to areas of need. So when data comes from a variety of sources or is difficult to obtain, the best information from some sources can sometimes be incorrect information. In Santa Cruz County, public health and university officials encountered that problem but worked closely to fill in the blanks.
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‘It’s OK that you’re not OK’: Gail Pellerin shares her pain of loss, wisdom on navigating the holidays
After retiring from her role as county clerk last year, Gail Pellerin is now focused on mental health advocacy and suicide prevention. She talked about the challenges people may face at this time of year, and how to support your loved ones during the holidays.
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The need ‘keeps growing’: Volunteers to feed the hungry remain in high demand as holidays draw closer
With so many still reeling from the COVID pandemic, charities, food banks, and other volunteer organizations are seeing increased demand for their services but not enough volunteers.
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Another COVID holiday: Is California in a better place this year?
The answer is no in many parts of California: Eighteen counties, mostly rural ones, have more hospitalized COVID-19 patients today than a year ago. But urban counties are faring better.
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Grieving relatives sue facilities over COVID-19 deaths. Nursing homes say they’re immune
Grieving relatives have sued nursing homes and other care facilities, accusing them of deadly failures amid COVID-19. Those facilities argue that they have immunity from such suits under a federal law invoked during the pandemic.
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‘I don’t recognize myself anymore’; How the pandemic drowned a working mom in debt
Commercial real estate agent Maybelle Manio is one of many middle-class Californians who found themselves financially stranded by the pandemic. The 42-year-old commercial real estate agent turned to public support for the first time in her life.
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An American road trip through troubled times
New Leaf Community Markets brand manager Lindsay Gizdich said the store is moving from Pacific Avenue in order to have…