Six Flags Magic Mountain Says It Will "Permanently Retire" X2 Roller Coaster; Closure Follows Brain Injury Reports

Six Flags Magic Mountain has announced it has "decided to permanently retire" its X2 roller coaster.

Measles Study Finds Low Vaccination Hotspots In Napa County

Researchers found seven low-vaccination clusters spanning eight counties, including Napa, Sonoma, Sacramento-area, and Fresno communities.

Vallejo Police Officer Saves Toddler Choking On A Grape

Medics took the toddler to a local hospital for further evaluation and the child was listed as being in stable condition, police said.

Highly Contagious Human Parvovirus Detected In Napa: What To Know

Health officials emphasize preventative steps as the seasonal outbreak peaks across California cities.

Measles Exposure Prompts Health Warning In Bay Area

A person infected with the highly contagious measles virus visited several busy stores while infections, officials warn.

Wildfire Smoke Has Killed Thousands Of Californians, Study Finds

California and Oregon had the most deaths, researchers report.

California's Primary Care Shortage Persists Despite Ambitious Moves To Close Gap

“The relationships we build and the care we provide truly allow people to live longer with a better quality of life.”

Bay Area Health Officials Urge Measles Vaccination, Awareness

With cases rising nationally, Bay Area residents are urged to check their vaccination status and know the signs—especially if traveling.

Surgeon General Calls For Cancer Risk Warning On Beverages With Alcohol

The advisory notes that alcohol is the third leading preventable cause of cancer in the country, after tobacco and obesity.

Roman Spa Hot Springs Resort Named Best Of Napa County

​In celebration, Roman Spa invites guests to enjoy a limited-time offer.

Free Child Health Screenings, Low-Cost Vaccines In Napa Saturday

Walmart Pharmacies will hold a back-to-school wellness day this Saturday. See the full list of screenings and immunizations available.

Conn Peak Named Napa County's Best Hiking Trail

The rankings were based on hundreds of thousands of ratings tracked by AllTrails.

Napa County Urges Vigilance As Measles Cases Rise In CA, U.S.

The Association of Bay Area Health Officers underscored the importance of robust protection against the highly contagious illness.

New Mask Order Takes Effect In Napa County

All healthcare workers are required to mask in healthcare settings effective Nov. 1.

New Fall 2023 COVID Vaccine Available At Napa County Pharmacies

The new vaccine specifically targets the XBB omicron subvariants currently circulating in Napa County and throughout the region.

Vallejo Breaks Ground On Portion Of Napa Valley Vine Trail

The trail currently exists in three sections, with some in American Canyon, Calistoga down to St. Helena, and from Yountville into Napa.

West Nile Virus Detected In Napa County

A mosquito specimen sample collected July 19 tested positive for WNV, prompting the county to advise residents to take preventive measures.

Community Health Fair Planned At Fuller Park In Napa

Napa County is hosting the free, family-friendly event to coincide with National Public Health Week.

Napa County Ends COVID-19 State Of Emergency

Napa County also updated its COVID-19 isolation guidelines for the general public.

Masks Indoors In Public Urged Over Holidays In Napa County, Bay Area

With respiratory viruses circulating, 12 Bay Area health officials recommend steps for staying healthy for the holidays.

Best Nursing Homes In California Ranked ‘High Performing’ By U.S. News

Napa Valley nursing homes makes 2022 U.S. News Best List.

Free Flu Shot Clinic Offered In Napa Ahead Of 'Tripledemic'

Here's where you can get your vaccine shot in Napa ahead of what could be a severe flu season.

HPAI Bird Flu Detected In Wild Bird In Napa County

Highly pathogenic avian influenza occurs naturally among wild birds and can infect domestic poultry, other birds, animal species and humans.

Alliance To Prevent Legionnaires’ Disease Statement On Napa Outbreak

The Alliance calls for comprehensive approach to stop spread of Legionnaires' Disease

Ongoing Napa County Investigation Identifies Legionella in More Sites

Legionella contamination in one site can spread in the air and contaminate other sites, Public Health Officer Karen Relucio said.

Legionella Found In Air-Conditioning Tower At Napa Hotel, County Says

Twelve cases of Legionnaires' disease in Napa County, including one death, led authorities to investigate possible sources of the bacteria.

Napa County Reports Fatality From Legionnaires' Disease

It is the first fatality in several years in Napa County from Legionnaires’ disease, a type of pneumonia caused by the bacteria Legionella.

Napa County Experiences Outbreak Of Legionnaires' Disease

There have been 12 total cases and no fatalities, Napa County Public Health said Friday.

Farmworkers' Biggest Threat Is Heat, Stanford Panelists Say

Paired with a lack of federal protections, extreme heat can be deadly for the farmworkers exposed outside all day, Stanford panelists said.

Monkeypox: Napa County Investigates First Probable Case

The resident is in isolation and Napa County Public Health is following up with people with whom the person may have had close contact.

Monkeypox: Napa County, Bay Area Officials Urge Awareness

Health officials from nine Bay Area jurisdictions urged awareness about monkeypox as summer travel and gatherings begin.

NorCal Naturopathic Doctor Admits Selling Fake COVID Vaccination Cards

The Napa woman also pleaded guilty to scheming to sell immunization pellets she claimed would provide lifelong protection from COVID-19.

Napa County COVID-19 Community Level 'High': CDC

"COVID-19 Community Levels" are a new CDC tool designed to help communities decide what prevention steps to take based on the latest data.

Napa County To Ease Mask Mandate Alongside Most Of Bay Area

The county will lift universal mask requirements for vaccinated people in most indoor public settings. Here's what to know.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Napa Valley Area

Here's how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Napa County and across CA.

Napa County Sees Sharp Rise In COVID-19 Hospitalizations

Unvaccinated people are 95 percent more likely to get hospitalized for COVID-19, Napa County's public health officer told supervisors.

Hospital Capacity In Napa Valley Area: See Latest Numbers

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Napa County.

How To Get Free N95 Masks In Napa Valley

Napa Valley residents will soon be able to get up to three N95 masks for free. See where and when you can get yours.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Napa Valley Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Napa County and across CA.

Free COVID-19 Tests: How To Get Them In Napa Valley

Napa Valley households can order up to four rapid antigen coronavirus tests starting Wednesday.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.