San Rafael Halts Programs, Classes Due To Coronavirus

San Rafael is closing ccommunity centers and suspending all community classes, programs, recreation leagues, and events starting Saturday.

2 More Coronavirus Cases Confirmed In Marin County​

"We fully expect to see more cases in Marin," said Dr. Matt Willis, the county's public health officer.

First Coronavirus Case Confirmed In Marin County

The Marin man was a passenger on the Grand Princess cruise ship that returned Feb. 21 to San Francisco from Mexico.​

Coronavirus: Local Health Emergency Declared In Marin County

​"This declaration is about preparedness," said Dr. Matt Willis, the county's public health officer.

NorCal Coronavirus Emergency Center Ready To Assist Marin County

If coronavirus spreads to Marin, local officials will be coordinating their response with officials in the Alameda County Sheriff's Office.

Coronavirus Patient Transferred To Hospital In Marin County

A patient with the new coronavirus, now known as COVID-19,​ is being isolated at a hospital in Marin County, county officials announced.

Marin Hospital Ranked Among America's Best In 2020

The list from Healthgrades evaluates the top hospitals in America.

First Flu Deaths Of 2019-20 Flu Season Confirmed In Marin County

Health officials have confirmed the first two flu-related deaths of the 2019-20 flu season in Marin County.​

Kaiser Permanente​ ​Employees ​Strike For 3rd Day Across CA

Kaiser Permanente mental health workers expanded picket lines Wednesday to 10 medical centers across the state.

​Kaiser Mental Health Workers Start 5-Day Strike Across CA

About 4,000 Kaiser Permanente mental health workers are set to strike this week at facilities throughout the Bay Area and across California.

Death Of Marin County Woman Believed To Be Due To Vaping​

This is the fourth vaping-associated death in California since July.

Mental Health Services For Veterans Expanded In Marin County

Dr. Jesse Wade, a veteran and clinical psychologist, ​will be available four days a week at the Marin County Veterans Service Office.

Flu Shots: Where To Get Them In San Rafael

As flu season approaches, you might want to get immunized this fall.

Free Flu Shot Clinics Scheduled In Marin County

County-sponsored free flu shot clinics will begin Oct. 1 and continue through mid-November.

Vaping Illnesses, Death Prompt Marin County Health Alert

A total of 57 severe respiratory illnesses related to vaping have been reported in California, with the first death reported last week.

Marin County Health Officials Warn About Vaping Lung Illness

Although no cases have been reported in Marin, a lung ailment associated with vaping cannabis or cannabis oils is on the rise in the U.S.

Opioid Prescriptions, Overdose Deaths Down In Marin County

Drug overdose deaths in Marin fell between 2013 and 2018 because doctors were writing fewer prescriptions for painkillers, officials said.

Shellfish Safety Notifications Lifted In Marin, Sonoma Counties

The notifications were issued due to dangerous levels of naturally occurring paralytic shellfish poisoning toxins that can cause illness.

Marin Agencies Receive Grants To Assist With Opioid Crisis

Funds will support treatment, care transitions and long-term recovery for people with opioid and other substance use disorders.

Recycling Toothbrushes In San Rafael Could Help Sick Kids Play

Recycling toothbrushes and other dental-product waste could mean children at an area hospital get a new playground.

Is There Room In Your Marin-Area Home For A Foster Child?

"Children come into the child welfare system, through no fault of their own, and are among the county's most vulnerable residents."

Marin Co. Family Named Ambassadors For Local March Of Dimes Walk

The North Bay March for Babies fundraiser walk, to support healthy moms and infants, will be held May 11 in Santa Rosa.

Mental Health 'First Aid' Class Offered in Marin County

Perhaps you know CPR, but do you know how to assist someone in mental distress?

2019 Measles outbreak reaches the Bay Area

Marin General Hospital's Dr. Alexander Evens, DO shares facts and figures about the disease

Davidson Principal and History Students Add Teaching Innovation

San Rafael teens answer USA Proud Learning call-to-action, celebrating Marin County Founding. 2016 State Board approved teaching innovation

Free Flu Shots Available In San Rafael

Free flu clinics are available in San Rafael, Novato, Point Reyes Station and West Marin.

Marin General Hospital Earns Lantern Award

The local hospital was one of 19 hospitals nationwide recognized for exceptional and innovative performance.

Marin Extends Involuntary Psychiatric Hold​s For 30 More Days

The board's resolution says the approval of the additional 30-day involuntary psychiatric hold can decrease institutional placements.

3 Marin Hospitals Receive 'A' Safety Grades

The nonprofit group Leapfrog has released its hospital safety grades.

1 Hospitalized With Shellfish Poisoning From Marin's Dillon Beach

The paralytic shellfish poison levels recorded last week were the highest levels detected in Marin County in 20 years.

Deadly Toxin Discovered In Drake Bay Shellfish

A recent sample within the Point Reyes National Seashore contained levels of paralytic shellfish poison at 37 times the "alert" level.

Marin General Hospital Recognized For Low C-Section Delivery Rate

The Greenbrae-based hospital earned a Smart Care California Award and was named to the Hospital C-Section Honor Roll.

Marin County Reports First Flu Death Of Season

The flu strain that is circulating in Marin is known to cause more hospitalizations and deaths, according to health officials.

PG&E Warns North Bay Customers About Home Heating Hazards

With a freeze warning issued across the North Bay, Pacific Gas & Electric is urging customers to be cautious when heating their homes.

RxSafe Marin Addresses Opioid Epidemic

RxSafe Marin, Marin County’s grassroots prescription drug abuse initiative, is hosting a community forum to discuss life-saving measures.

Marin Addresses Opioid Epidemic

Drug overdose is the leading cause of accidental death in Marin, and the majority are due to prescription drugs.

New Kaiser Permanente School of Medicine Appoints Founding Dean

Physician, researcher and family-health advocate will lead medical school aimed at developing community health physician leaders

'Spare The Air' Alert Issued For Bay Area

Bike or carpool to work today, if possible, air district officials said. (Breaking)

Pesticides On Mother's Day Flowers Linked To Neurological Problems In Children: CA Study

UCSD researchers studied youth who live in Ecuador, the third largest producer of cut flowers in the world, particularly around May harvest.

1 Napa, 2 SF Hospitals Fined by State

BREAKING: The medical errors resulted in substandard care and sometimes death, according to report.