Previously, only children ages 5+ and adults were eligible to receive COVID vaccinations.
Contra Costa County health officials told the county Board of Supervisors Tuesday that COVID-19 numbers are on the rise.
"The pandemic isn't over but things are really changing from the time when blanket health orders were the best way to protect the public."
Close to 90 percent of all deaths in this county were in unvaccinated people.
See how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Contra Costa County and across CA.
Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Contra Costa County.
Pinole and Hercules residents will soon be able to get up to three N95 masks for free. See where and when you can get yours.
Here's an update on how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Contra Costa County and across CA.
Pinole, Hercules households can order up to four rapid antigen coronavirus tests starting Wednesday.
The company expanded its voluntary recall of salads containing iceberg lettuce following a 2021 listeria outbreak that killed two people.
Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Contra Costa County.
See how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Contra Costa County and across CA.
The latest order is effective Wednesday. Here's what to know.
Contra Costa County announced it will require first responders and workers in homeless shelters to verify they've received a booster shot.
Boosters available in Pinole and Hercules can help protect against omicron and delta variant infections and lessen symptoms if you get sick.
Evidence of the Omicron variant in Contra Costa County has been detected in a county wastewater sample.
Here's what residents of Pinole and Hercules need to know about the newest mask mandate (and exemptions) that took effect Wednesday.
Contra Costa County has "moderate" coronavirus transmission, according to the CDC.
The rate of new cases has increased recently in Contra Costa County.
The U.S. ranks poorly among developed countries for maternal health. Here is how Contra Costa County compares to the U.S.
Fully vaccinated? You may be able to go mask-free in these places.
Fully vaccinated people can go mask-free in certain places, beginning next month. Get the details.
"It really depends on the actions of our community," Contra Costa County Health Officer Chris Farnitano said.
Health officers, including in Contra Costa County, unveiled benchmarks for the lifting of COVID-19 mask orders.
Here's how many hospital beds are currently filled in Contra Costa County and across CA.
Residents must wear a mask indoors in public settings like retail stores and gyms, regardless of whether they're vaccinated.
Unvaccinated workers must wear masks and have weekly COVID-19 tests, required by a new Contra Costa County health order, starting July 27.
Schools around Contra Costa County will hold vaccine clinics for students, their families, and community members. See the full schedule.
Donations of all blood types are needed as the pandemic has impacted the U.S. blood supply.
Rite Aid's certified immunizing pharmacists are now administering doses of all three U.S.-approved vaccines: Moderna, Pfizer and J&J.
This is how the Pinole-Hercules area compares to California for coronavirus vaccinations.
Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Contra Costa County and across CA.
Bless you! It’s a tough time of year for seasonal allergy sufferers. Here’s how to check the allergy forecast in Pinole and Hercules.
Here is how the Pinole-Hercules area is doing with coronavirus vaccinations.
A link to schedule an appointment is below, along with a list of all 137 participating California stores, including Richmond, Concord.
Due to increased vaccine supply from the state and federal government, we have thousands of appointments available at community clinics.
Eligibility is expected to expand to people 16 and older this week. People who currently qualify should sign up immediately.
Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.