Vaccine-hesitant patient: If I could do it all over again, I’d get it
Families are mourning loved ones who died of coronavirus after being hesitant to get the Covid-19 vaccine. CNN’s Ed Lavandera reports.
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Indio & Palm Springs COVID vaccine sites offering free Six Flags tickets for first dose recipients
The Indio Fairground and Palm Springs Convention Center COVID-19 vaccination sites are offering free tickets to Six Flags for residents who receive their first dose. The giveaway is part of California’s “Vax of the Win,” which gives away a variety of prizes to those who are vaccinated in the state. This Six Flags ticket giveaway
Continue ReadingSuperhero therapy dog ‘Cole the Deaf Dog’ helping students overcome so much
By KYW Staff Click here for updates on this story VINELAND, New Jersey (KYW) — Meet Cole The Deaf Dog. He lives by the words on his harness — “best friend.” The students at Dr. William Mennies Elementary School in Vineland will tell you Cole is their best friend and is a superhero, helping them
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Desert Hot Springs Aquatics Center reopens, here’s how to sign up for summer swim lessons
The John H. Furbee Aquatics Center in Desert Hot Springs reopened this week. The center is once again offering swim lessons for the summer and spots are filling up fast. Roberta Crncic, Executive Program Manager, City of Desert Hot Springs, says making the pool and their amenities accessible and affordable for all is a priority:
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Get an inside look at the new Eisenhower Birth Center
For the first time in nearly 20 years, newborns will be delivered at Eisenhower Health in Rancho Mirage. “We are so excited. We’ve been waiting for this for quite a while,” said Veronica Williams, nursing director at Eisenhower Health. The hospital says the 50,000 square foot facility has everything new parents need for a safe
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Eisenhower Family Birth Center welcomes its first newborn hours after its grand opening
The Eisenhower Family Birth Center officially opened its doors on Thursday and just a few hours later already welcomed its first newborn. Khristina Clous gave birth to Kaedyn at 6:58 p.m. To mark the happy occasion, the Center will present the family with a gift basket of branded Eisenhower Family Birth Center items, a gift
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Groundbreaking kicks off $30M expansion and renovation at the Betty Ford Center in Rancho Mirage
The Betty Ford Center in Rancho Mirage is getting ready for its largest expansion since opening in 1982. Board members grabbed shovels Tuesday morning as they broke ground on their new vision for the center. This renovation will pave the way for those seeking recovery. “Develop this land with a new entrance that leads right
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‘We Run the CV’ relay race promotes health and encourages people to get out and run!
“It’s amazing to be back out here with people,” Amanda Sanchez told News Channel 3. “I’ve been spending a lot of time by myself so it’s just really nice to have that company and camaraderie and celebrate with everyone out here,” she said. Sanchez was one of the runners participating in the relay race called
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Eisenhower Desert Orthopedic Center celebrates the completion of its three-year expansion
Eisenhower Desert Orthopedic Center (EDOC) celebrated its completion of its three-year, $68 million expansion Tuesday. The expansion includes state-of-the-art surgical suites, expanded physical therapy, occupational therapy and clinical space, plus new technology and equipment. “We started with 55 thousand square feet here, two operating rooms, and clinic space,” said Stephen O’Connell, MD, the chairman and
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FIND Food Bank works with local growers to get their extra produce from the fields to the hands that need it most
FIND Food Bank, the desert’s regional food bank strives to not only put food in the hands of those in need but specifically healthy, sustainable food. Thanks to FIND’s partnership with our local agriculture community they provide some of the freshest produce straight from the fields in the east valley to people all over. “The
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Tips: Talking to your children and teens about sexual abuse
It’s often some of the most difficult conversations that are the most important ones to have. In light of Jeff Stahl’s recent I-Team investigation regarding a lawsuit over a child sexual abuse case on a school bus, News Channel 3’s Caitlin Thropay explains how parents can talk to their children about sexual abuse no matter
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EMT shares experience on the frontlines and what we can do to help them
Updated article: January 6, 2021 Health officials in Los Angeles County are looking to clear up some details from a memo sent Monday to ambulance crews. It said EMTs should not bring patients to hospitals if they have virtually no chance to survive. Here is a statement from Cathy Chidester, director of the LA County
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Ken Seeley Discusses Addiction Amidst Corona Virus Crisis
Famed interventionist Ken Seeley discusses the increased issues of addiction and the need for help due to Covid-19 and the resulting isolation and anxiety many are feeling. He spoke with KESQ’s Patrick Evans about finding innovative ways to help during the pandemic. Seeley has local clinics and more information is available at www.kenseeley.com.
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Gov. Newsom says he expects Riverside County to take local action today
Governor Gavin Newsom said he expects Riverside County to take local action today. Get major coronavirus update by downloading the News Channel 3 app on Apple or Google Play Brooke Federico, public information officer for Riverside County, told News Channel 3 that the county is falling under the state health officer’s order for Riverside County. State health officer’s
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Save a life: 9 Cities Challenge kicks off at KESQ studios
Lifestream Blood Bank is looking for donors to help kick off the 2020 Nine Cities Challenge. The challenge creates a friendly competition across the Coachella Valley, to see which community will get the most involved in collecting blood donations. This year, the overall goal is 1,200 blood donations. To kick it all off, KESQ News
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Governor expands child care access for essential workers; praises tax penalty cancellations
California Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order Saturday to expand child care access to essential workers and offered words of praise for California counties eliminating tax penalties for late payment for hardships related to coronavirus. A press release from the Governor’s office detailed the order for expanded child care access: “Today Governor Gavin Newsom
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Coachella Valley school districts discussing possible plans for coronavirus response
Students walked between classes and others played outside Monday while their district leaders talked about coronavirus. Parents expressed their concerns, including a mother with two students in Palm Springs Unified School District. “As a parent I’m really concerned. As a parent of two kids it’s kind of very concerning,” said Alejandra Hernandez. PSUSD sent a
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Number of flu cases in Riverside County this season is slightly above average from last 10 years
Flu season is hitting hard around the country, including right here in parts of California. Here in Riverside County, the number of cases is only slightly above average when compared to the past 10 years, according to county health officials. At Loma Linda University Medical Center, they’ve set up an overflow tent as a waiting
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Number of flu cases spiking across Southern California
The number of flu cases reported across Southern California is spiking, and the “B” strain is also showing up in a number of cases. So far this season, at least 70 deaths are reported across the state. Today, News Channel 3 will talk with local doctors and Riverside County health officials to find out what
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