CDC Encourages Donating Blood If You Are Well
ATLANTA, GEORGIA — In healthcare settings all across the United States, donated blood is a lifesaving, essential part of caring for patients. The need for donated blood is constant, and…
U.S. State Department Issues “Do Not Travel” Warning
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. In countries where commercial departure options remain available,…
Tax Payment Deadline Extended to July 15, 2020
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service are providing special payment relief to individuals and businesses in response to the COVID-19 Outbreak. The filing deadline for…
Governor Gavin Newsom Issues Stay At Home Order
SACRAMENTO, CA — Late last night, Gavin Newsom issued a stay at home order to protect the health and well-being of all Californians and to establish consistency across the state…
COVID-19 Emergency Orders Announced By Mayor of Los Angeles Eric Garcetti
LOS ANGELES, CA — Mayor Eric Garcetti today issued a “Safer at Home” emergency order, calling on residents of the City of Los Angeles to stay in their residences and…
U.S. Senate Passes The Families First Coronavirus Response Act
Families First Coronavirus Response Act Passes With 90-8 Vote This bill responds to the coronavirus outbreak by providing paid sick leave and free coronavirus testing, expanding food assistance and unemployment…
CA State Officials Announce Latest COVID-19 Facts
SACRAMENTO – The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19. California now has 598 confirmed cases. For more information on COVID-19 and California’s response…
Valley Wide Community Preparedness Emergency Exercise Being Planned For Late Summer 2020
VAN NUYS, CA – The “Civic Ambassadors” are joining forces with The Salvation Army Citizens Advisory Council to plan and execute a community preparedness exercise for Friday, September 4th, 2020.…
What Exactly Is Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
Coronaviruses (CoV) are a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) and Severe Acute…
50 New Cases of Confirmed COVID-19 in Los Angeles County
LOS ANGELES, CA — The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) has confirmed 50 new cases of 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) to date. The public should not…