COVID-19
Stories and videos related to the novel coronavirus, better known as COVID-19.
This week the federal government launched www.covidtests.gov, which is a website allowing individuals to order free at-home COVID-19 antigen tests...
You are CDCR's and CCHCS's face of safety and health. You are our frontline defense. You are the reason we...
In this anonymous essay, a Health Program Specialist II shares their experience with COVID-19. Was getting COVID-19 scary? Yes, it...
Today we’re spotlighting the work of our dentists. The vaccine distribution effort is a large undertaking and we’re grateful for...
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As COVID-19 vaccine efforts continue throughout the state, CDCR and CCHCS staff are meeting the moment by being part of...
Please take a moment to watch this short video of Paula Meyer, psychiatric technician at California Medical Facility sharing her...
Read More About CMF psychiatric tech battles to recover from COVID
Two Avenal State Prison (ASP) rehabilitative groups have found ways to stay positive and give back to outside communities during...
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CDCR and CCHCS staff, as well as incarcerated men and women, have stepped up to help the community during COVID-19...
Read More About Prison workers, incarcerated population help others during COVID‑19
COVID-19 could not stop the acknowledgment of so much growth at Salinas Valley State Prison (SVSP). For those students graduating...
Read More About Salinas Valley State Prison celebrates with physically distant graduations
Prior to the coronavirus pandemic, the scope of the Public Health Nurse (PHN) inside California’s prisons was primarily focused on...
Read More About Public Health Nurse is vital in prisons during COVID‑19