Coronavirus Test Sites Now Open To All In Martinez, Contra Costa

Contra Costa County announced testing is now available for all residents at no up-front cost at eight testing sites, including in Martinez.

1st Case Of Coronavirus Confirmed In Contra Costa County Jails

An inmate at the Martinez Detention Facility tested positive Tuesday, marking the first case of coronavirus in county jails.

Free Drive-Thru Coronavirus Testing In Martinez

Contra Costa Health Services announced four drive-thru sites for COVID-19 testing in Concord, Martinez, Pittsburg and San Pablo.

Handwashing Stations For Contra Costa Homeless: Coronavirus

To date there have been no reported cases of the virus at homeless shelters or service providers in Contra Costa County,

Coronavirus Stay-At-Home Order Extended In Bay Area: What To Know

Meanwhile, Gov. Gavin Newsom said Tuesday afternoon that revisions to the statewide stay-at-home order were coming within 24 hours.

3 Coronavirus Deaths, 168 Cases Reported In Contra Costa County

Two of the three reported deaths have come since Friday morning.

3 New Contra Costa Coronavirus Cases: Community Health Guidelines

Two of the three were passengers on the Grand Princess. The county is now requesting that certain residents avoid mass gatherings. [VIDEO]

2 Confirmed Coronavirus Patients At Contra Costa County Hospitals

The two COVID-19 patients were among Americans evacuated from the Diamond Princess cruise ship in Japan, county health officials say.

Coronavirus: Contra Costa Ready For Outbreak, Worst-Case Scenario

Contra Costa Regional Medical Center, the county-run hospital in Martinez, is "ready if there are cases that come to us."

Cancer-Linked Contaminants Found In Martinez's Tap Water: Report

A new study found drinking water is often less safe than what the federal government may deem legal.

Walmart Recall In Martinez: Over 6,400 Pounds Of Frozen Meat

The recall was announced after a third-party cold storage facility inadvertently shipped the meat products into stores.

Measles: Contra Costa County Urges Travelers To Vaccinate

Contra Costa Health Services has increased the hours of its Travel Immunization Clinic on Fridays in Martinez.

“Fund-a-Nurse Friday: Bay Area Supports Nursing in Africa”

SF Bay Area's Gretta Foundation supports Nursing Education in Africa

How To Shop For Medicare Health & Drug Plans For 2019

Open enrollment runs through Dec. 7. It's time to review your coverage ...

Visit Your Local Water Treatment Plant

As part of California’s second annual Water Professionals Appreciation Week, Central San would like to invite the public to visit a plant.

First Evidence Found Of West Nile Virus In Contra Costa County

Three chickens in Martinez have tested positive for antibodies against West Nile virus.

Sutter Health System Back Online After Widespread Network Outage

The network outage affected 24 Bay Area hospitals and dozens more clinics and outpatient centers.

Senator Bill Dodd: April is Donate Life Month

Organ donations save lives. Are you signed up for California's organ, eye and tissue donor registry?

Prepare for the Flu Season

It may still feel like summer, but it’s time to start preparing for winter. And that means understanding the flu.

Contra Costa Health Officials Say Bacteria in Church Dinner Killed 3

BREAKING: The bacteria, called Clostridium perfringens, also sickened 22 others eating the Thanksgiving meal.

Numbers Of Those Sickened At Community Thanksgiving Meal Rise With 3 Dead, 14 Ill In Contra Costa

Although exact cause of illness is not yet determined, all ate meal with food prepared at event hall and volunteers' homes. [BREAKING]

Know Your Rights, Martinez: Medicare Benefits For Terminally Ill

Medicare’s hospice benefit allows you to stay in the comfort of your home, unless you need care in an inpatient facility.

Tips from the ToothFairy

Dental care tips for infants and toddlers

Have Medicare Questions, Martinez? Help Is Mere Phone Call Away

Free, personalized counseling from "SHIP" advisers can guide you through such issues as billing snarls, Part D plans or comparison shopping.

Pacifiers Have Negative and Positive Effects

And getting your little one off a pacifier is not always easy.

It's That Time, Martinez: Review Your Medicare Coverage

The annual open enrollment season begins Oct. 15 and runs through Dec. 7.

Donate Blood In Contra Costa Co. And Get A Free Haircut!

The American Red Cross has partnered with local Sport Clips for annual September promotion. See list of upcoming, nearby blood drives.

Caution Urged If Headed To Discovery Bay: Waters Tested Positive For Toxic Algae

The blue-green algae bloom was found in some of the area waters, and coming in contact with it can be harmful to people and pets.

Hooked On Cigarettes? Let Medicare Help You Stop Smoking

Medicare and Medicaid programs are available for Martinez residents to help with quitting!

Kaiser Permanente Honors Cancer Survivors with Celebrating Hope Event

Antioch Medical Center will mark National Cancer Survivors Day on Saturday, June 11.

Got Drugs? Drop Them Safely Saturday At These Contra Costa County Locations

Got Drugs? You can turn in your unused or expired medications on Saturday between 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at several Contra Costa County locations.

3 Cases Of Zika Virus Confirmed In East Bay

The CDC says 10 cases of the Zika Virus have been reported in California as of March 2. Five cases have been located in the Bay Area.

Martinez Restaurant Flunks Health Department Inspection

It's one of 11 restaurants ordered closed in Contra Costa County in 2016. How to check a restaurant’s inspection records.

Some Local Hospitals Get High Marks By Patients

If you need medical care, there are two East Bay Hospitals that earned 4 out of 5 stars from patients. Do YOU agree?

Vaccination Opponents Inject Hope, Signatures Into Movement

Anti-vaxxers submit petition signatures to State; claim it's not about vaccinations but "fundamental freedom" to make informed choices.

5 Reasons To Buy Travel Insurance For A Cruise Vacation

Our travel expert explains why it's a good idea to protect your investment.

Which State Is The Most Obese? (Certainly Not California!)

And calculate for yourself using a handy tool.

Human Plague Striking U.S.: 5 Things You Need To Know

Health officials are seeing “higher than usual” plague cases in 2015.

Symptoms of Heat Stroke and Heat Exhaustion

Can you recognize a heat emergency? We're under a Heat Advisory from the National Weather Service, meaning that it's dangerously hot.

Dog Dies Following Swim in Russian River

The golden retriever tested positive for toxic algae.