Recycling toothbrushes and other dental-product waste could mean children at an area hospital get a new playground.
Organ donations save lives. Are you signed up for California's organ, eye and tissue donor registry?
Medicare’s hospice benefit allows you to stay in the comfort of your home, unless you need care in an inpatient facility.
About four animals in region test positive for rabies each year, but the disease be very serious, even fatal, if contracted, officials said.
Free, personalized counseling from "SHIP" advisers can guide you through such issues as billing snarls, Part D plans or comparison shopping.
The annual open enrollment season begins Oct. 15 and runs through Dec. 7.
Medicare and Medicaid programs are available for Healdsburg residents to help with quitting!
Lead exceeding the federal limit of 15 parts per billion was found in the water fountains in November at Healdsburg Elementary School.
Soundly defeated in a 2014 measure, local foes of the water additive try a different path this time around, seeking a moratorium.
Sanofi SA is issuing the recall on Auvi-Q epinephrine injector currently on the market because they may not deliver the correct dose.
Anti-vaxxers submit petition signatures to State; claim it's not about vaccinations but "fundamental freedom" to make informed choices.
Pink and Blue Party with a Purpose! Breast Cancer and Prostate Cancer Awareness
Our travel expert explains why it's a good idea to protect your investment.
And calculate for yourself using a handy tool.
Health officials are seeing “higher than usual” plague cases in 2015.
There’s still time to enter the Half Marathon and 5K events on Sunday or volunteer to help out on race day.
Can you recognize a heat emergency? We're under a Heat Advisory from the National Weather Service, meaning that it's dangerously hot.
The golden retriever tested positive for toxic algae.
Algae, including possibly harmful blue-green algae, was detected around shores. Signs are going up on the beaches.
Many tests, medications, equipment and supplies are covered. But, some items are not.
We all can use these reminders when temps spike. (P.S. Do you know what breeds are prone to heatstroke?)
Their worker contracts for $11.65 per hour expire Sept. 30. The in-home workers want to be included in proposed $15-per-hour ordinance.
Stanford expert explains the causes, onset, progression and treatment of the disease that affects more women than men.
These findings show low levels of hormone is linked to social impairment and raise possibility of a treatment.
Those who are also using different types of protection.
Other states may follow ours - one of strictest in nation - and eliminate philosophical and religious exemptions, Stanford experts say.
The deceased individual was from Nevada County, state health officials said.
Opponents of new law that bars parents from opting their children out of mandatory vaccines are working toward referendum.
The state is reporting more cases this year, and the drought could partially be to blame.
It’s easy to forget that before 1966, roughly half of all American seniors were uninsured.
1) Ask for help. It may take you a while to figure out what you need, but ask for it.
Community Action Partnership Is Valuable Partner in Promoting Dental Health
The Sonoma County/Santa Rosa event in July supports families fighting the muscle disease.
A doctor offers handy tips on how much to apply, how often and what types are best for you and your family.
Most are eligible at 65, but it does get confusing. Read the facts here ...
Two infected birds were found in Sonoma County in May, said the Marin/Sonoma Mosquito and Vector Control District.
Fundraiser to Benefit UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation
The 2015 Trails Challenge offers new hikes and prizes.
If you’re watching your weight, there are a few regional restaurant entrees you may want to avoid.
The California Legislature is trying to snuff out smoking by targeting the age group where most smoking begins.