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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“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 (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, 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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(BPT) – Weekday schedules get crazy, which is why the first casualty of all that chaos is the family dinner. While most families say eating together is a high priority, day-to-day reality is different. According to a 2013 poll by NPR and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, only half of children in the U.S. are
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(DENVER, Colorado) – For parents of children with food allergies, back-to-school time can be particularly stressful. When children are away at school, parents have little control over the foods children may encounter. But a few tips from experts at National Jewish Health can help ease parents’ anxiety and ensure that students with food allergies remain safe at
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(BPT) – Whether it’s a baby or pet, a new addition to the family calls for new, unexpected responsibilities, and is bound to come with adjustments for every member of the family. While it would be silly to guarantee zero stress for the new family environment, below are tips for a transition with more playtime
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A picnic can be big fun. However, improper handling of the food can mean big trouble, in the form of foodborne germs. Before you fill your cooler, check out four tips for safer picnics. Picnic tip No. 1: When you open the cooler, keep an eye on the clock. “The general rule is to have
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