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Valley Fever cases and deaths reach record-high in 2024, Kern Co. Public Health data shows
Cases and deaths from Valley Fever reached the highest in recorded history in 2024, according to new data released Thursday ...
"I woke up and had hives all over": Kern County locals recount fight against Valley Fever
For many people, being infected with Valley Fever is a benign experience; but for some, it's an experience that will stick ...
Valley fever often mistaken for pneumonia, Kern Medical raises awareness with local events
Valley Fever impacts poeple across Kern County and Kern Medical is Raising awareness in our area.Dr. Rasha Kuran from Valley ...
Public health department sees a sharp rise in valley fever cases — and deaths
The Kern County Public Health Services Department released the latest data on valley fever at a news conference Thursday. The news was not good. "This year we are reporting the highest number of ...
New faces of Valley Fever: Kern County Public Health launches new campaign
Tom Hanks’ daughter, E.A. Hanks, is opening up about her harrowing childhood in a new memoir. E.A. (whose initials stand for ...
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STEVE FLORES: On your mark, get ready and go to the 11th Annual Valley Fever Walk
The Valley Fever Institute at Kern Medical invites the community to come out to raise awareness and funds to help fight valley fever while having family fun. The 11th Annual Valley Fever Walk will ...
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FACES OF VALLEY FEVER: Kern County Public Health unveils new campaign
In a press conference on Thursday, Kern County Public Health showcased a new campaign targeted at Valley Fever and stories from the Kern County community to provide hope to those who have the disease.