Tag: COVID-19
COVID-19 report: Vaccinations ramp up, county experiences record numbers of deaths
As Riverside County was hit hard by COVID-19 related deaths over the week, Friday, Jan. 8, to Friday, Jan. 15, however, some good news...
State oxygen depot established in Riverside County to assist area hospitals with oxygen needs
RIVERSIDE COUNTY – The California Emergency Medical Services Authority, working with the Riverside County Emergency Management Department, brought much needed oxygen into the county...
Department of Defense medical team arrives to support surge at Riverside University Health System
RIVERSIDE – A team of approximately 20 federal military medical personnel arrived Thursday, Jan. 7, at the Riverside University Health System – Medical Center...
In remembrance: Murrieta resident Al Vollbrecht dies from COVID-19
A prominent and active member of Murrieta, Al Vollbrecht died from COVID-19 Monday, Dec. 28.“He was one of our founding members, and we founded...
COVID-19 surge continues with 5,967 new cases, 45 deaths in first week of 2021
From New Year’s Eve to Friday, Jan. 8, southwest Riverside County reported 5,967 new COVID-19 infection cases and 45 deaths over the same time...
Front-line workers opting into COVID-19 vaccines hover around 50-60%
Reports have surfaced in Southern California media regarding the percentage or number of front-line hospital workers who have chosen to accept the Pfizer or...
Murrieta offers free COVID-19 testing through county partnership
MURRIETA – The city of Murrieta in partnership with Riverside County Public Health will provide free, walk-up COVID-19 testing Fridays between 8 a.m. and...
State Sen. Melendez introduces measures to protect small businesses from COVID-19 fines
RIVERSIDE – California Sen. Melissa Melendez, R -Lake Elsinore, introduced two measures Jan. 4, aiming to protect small businesses from COVID-19 fines.“Business owners are draining their finances...
Temecula partners with Riverside County Public Health to provide free COVID-19 testing
TEMECULA – Accommodating local demand for COVID-19 testing, Temecula partnered with Riverside University Health System-Public Health to temporarily provide free walk-up COVID-19 testing to...
Southwest Riverside County sees 4,624 new cases, 31 deaths over week
From Christmas Eve to New Year’s Eve, southwest Riverside County reported 4,624 new COVID-19 infection cases and 31 deaths over the same time span.The...