Alameda County officials voted to delay laying off a total of 300 Alameda Health System employees and to consider alternative solutions. At their meeting, the Alameda County Board of Supervisors approved a motion to create a working group that will address “fiscal imbalance” in the hospital system. https://alamedapost.com/news/county-officials-delay-alameda-health-system-layoffs/
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Every day, emergency departments see patients who arrive with preventable injuries or illnesses. Dr. Sammy Hodroge, MD, the medical director of Alameda Hospital’s emergency department, shares five essential tips that everyone can use to help avoid a trip to the emergency room. https://alamedapost.com/features/health-fitness/five-tips-stay-out-emergency-room/
As respiratory virus season approaches, Alameda Health System encourages the community to consider flu, RSV, and COVID-19 vaccines. Additionally, Alameda Hospital is hosting a free Community Health Fair on Saturday, October 18. Free flu shots will be available for everyone over six months of age. https://alamedapost.com/features/health-fitness/healthy-alameda-respiratory-virus-season-vaccinated/
Alameda Health System has launched a new Canine Visitation Program at Alameda Hospital and San Leandro Hospital, bringing certified therapy dogs to the facilities to provide comfort and companionship to patients and staff. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/alameda-health-system-launches-canine-visitation-program/
Newsweek’s prestigious list of America’s Best Nursing Homes for 2025 ranked Alameda’s Skilled Nursing Facilities as #1 in Alameda County and 14th in California among nursing homes with more than 150 beds.
https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-hospital-skilled-nursing-facilities-rank-best-again/
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Alameda Hospital has launched a backpack and school supplies drive for Ruby Bridges Elementary, where more than 64 percent of students qualify for a free or reduced price lunch. Drop off new, unused school supplies in the donation box in Alameda Hospital’s main lobby by July 31.
https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/donate-school-supplies-to-local-elementary-students/
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In a controversial maneuver, Alameda Hospital is closing its operating room—including for emergency surgeries. Kelsey Goeres talks with nurses protesting the decision and shares official statements from Alameda Health System explaining and defending the decision.
https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-hospital-to-eliminate-operating-room/
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AB 722, introduced by Assemblymember Mia Bonta, which aims to protect the cost-effectiveness of healthcare services provided by the Alameda Health System, will take effect in the new year.
https://alamedapost.com/news/ab-722-safeguards-jobs-of-unionized-physicians/
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Run, swim, and paddle board for great causes at this year's Island Running Series races presented by Outfront Endurance. A custom "Island Challenge" medal will be awarded to those who participate in any 3 of the 5 events in 2023.
https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/island-racing-returns-multiple-2023-events-scheduled/
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City of Alameda Healthcare District appointed Jeff Cambra from a pool of five "very well qualified" candidates to serve as new director.
https://alamedapost.com/news/jeff-cambra-named-alameda-healthcare-district-director/
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