The COVID-19 virus continues to spread throughout Tulare County, and Public Health officials urge residents to take necessary precautions to protect themselves by participating in low-risk activities and celebrations this Halloween. COVID-19 continues to pose a risk to the health of our communities and to our most vulnerable populations. Residents need to be aware of high-risk […]
Employees lined up on October 5 when Kaweah Delta kicked off the first day of its employee flu vaccination season in an effort to keep patients and visitors safe from the flu this year amid COVID-19. “Getting the flu vaccination and taking all the preventative measures we’re taking with COVID, will help this season,” said […]
In recent weeks, Sierra View Medical Center (SVMC) has been recognized nationally for several accomplishments; a reflection to the dedication of providing the highest level of patient care. “In the midst of navigating a pandemic, we are honored to have received such awards, which reflect the resilience we have and the ongoing proactive approach from […]
The California State Auditor Elaine M. Howle, has released a detailed audit report on Youth Suicide Prevention. Assemblymember Rudy Salas (D-Bakersfield), Chair of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee, requested this audit following increases in youth suicide throughout California. The State Auditor’s report identified a lack of funding for mental health professionals at schools and found […]
The Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency announces that five human cases of West Nile Virus have been reported in Tulare County. Two cases are confirmed to have contracted West Nile Virus and three cases are probable. Public health officials urge residents to take precautions against mosquito bites, as mosquito samples positive for West […]
Adventist Health is pleased to welcome endocrinologist Danielle Eagan, DO, RD, to Adventist Health Physicians Network Tulare. Eagan provides the latest, most advanced treatments for patients with hormonal and metabolic conditions of varying severity. These include diabetes, thyroid disorders, osteoporosis, and some adrenal and pituitary conditions. Eagan completed a bachelor’s degree in dietetics, nutrition, fitness […]
Sierra View Medical Center (SVMC) has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s ‘Get with Guidelines® – Stroke Silver Plus Quality Achievement Award with Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll’. The award recognizes the hospital’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the best treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines. “Sierra View is dedicated to […]
The first non-surgical stent procedure ever in the City of Porterville was performed at Sierra View Medical Center (SVMC) upon receiving the Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). After much anticipation of earning the PCI designation, invaluable cardiac procedures are now locally available to the community with state-of-the-art equipment […]
To help meet the blood demands in the Central Valley, Sierra View Medical Center (SVMC) is partnering with Central California Blood Center on their “Valley United” campaign and hosting a blood drive this month. The local hospital invites the public and SVMC healthcare workers to donate blood to help make an impact on the lives […]
Visitor policy changes, capacity for second wave, hospital challenges and more discussed. Are there any updates on the no-visitor policy? Given the recent protests, how well equipped is Kaweah Delta to handle a surge of patients? What is the status of antibody testing for employees? As the number of cases rise in Tulare County, many […]