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Mark Your Calendars!

Sep 01, 2026 03:55PM ● By MPG Staff

The Dixon Chamber of Commerce is hosting a networking event from noon to 1:30 p.m. Sept. 17.

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West Nile Virus Activity Detected in Solano County

Sep 01, 2026 03:53PM ● By Solano County News Release

The Solano County Department of Health and Social Services, Public Health Division, and the Solano County Mosquito Abatement District (SCMAD) have confirmed that two mosquito pools (mosquitoes collected in a trap) have tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV).

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Aedes Aegypti Mosquito Detected in Solano County

Aug 04, 2026 03:25PM ● By Solano County News Release

Help prevent the transmission of vector-borne diseases

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West Nile Virus Activity Detected in Solano County

Jul 21, 2026 11:34AM ● By Solano County News Release

The Solano County Department of Health and Social Services, Public Health Division and the Solano County Mosquito Abatement District (SCMAD) have confirmed that a deceased bird has tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV).

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Wheelchairs, Medical Equipment for Veterans

Jul 20, 2026 01:50PM ● By Abbey Wicks

The Veterans of All Wars in West Sacramento have a growing supply of medical equipment including wheelchairs, crutches and walkers available to veterans and their families across the greater Sacramento region.

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Benz Family Lead Kidney Disease Awareness Event

Jul 14, 2026 11:43AM ● By Kendall Brown

Community members gathered the morning of July 11 at Solano Baking Company for Hope & Heroes: Living Kidney Donation Awareness Day, an event focused on educating the public about kidney disease, living kidney donation and the impact of organ transplantation.

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Air District Offers Residents Free Home Air Purifiers

Jul 07, 2026 10:36AM ● By Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District News Release

Applications Open Through July 31

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California State Senate Celebrates the Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Awareness Week

Jun 22, 2026 01:54PM ● By Office of Senator Roger Niello News Release

Senator Roger Niello (R-Fair Oaks) introduced Senate Resolution 112 to declare the week of June 14 through June 20, 2026, as Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Awareness Week in California.

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Rain or Shine, Our Staff is Saving Lives

Apr 27, 2026 05:42PM ● By Visions In Education News Release

At Visions in Education, our commitment to serving students goes hand in hand with supporting the communities around us.

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‘Not Your Lab Rat’ Campaign
‘Not Your Lab Rat’ Campaign Addresses Youth Nicotine Addiction

Apr 20, 2026 11:55AM ● By MPG Staff

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has launched a new statewide public health campaign, “Not Your Lab Rat,” aimed at reducing nicotine addiction among young adults and preventing initiation of vaping and other modern nicotine products.

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Public Health Laboratory Receives National Award for Health and Environmental Practices

Apr 15, 2026 09:46AM ● By Solano County News Release

The Napa-Solano-Yolo-Marin County Regional Public Health Laboratory, operated by Solano County, has been recognized with the Healthiest Laboratory Award from the Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL) for its commitment to staff wellness, laboratory safety and environmentally responsible practices.

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NorthBay Health Awarded $14.9 Million to Expand Behavioral Health Services

Apr 07, 2026 11:52AM ● By NorthBay Health News Release

NorthBay Health Medical Center announced April 2 it has been awarded $14.9 million through California’s Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program (BHCIP) to develop a new Behavioral Health and Addiction Medicine Center in Fairfield.

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Sierra Donor Services Encourages Donor Registry During Kidney Health Month

Mar 24, 2026 10:54AM ● By Sierra Donor Services News Release

In recognition of Kidney Health Month this March, Sierra Donor Services is calling on all greater Sacramento area residents to register as organ, eye and tissue donors.

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Women’s Improvement Club Hosts ‘Food as Medicine’ Presentation

Mar 10, 2026 10:56AM ● By Dixon Women’s Improvement Club News Release

Dixon Women’s Improvement Club will host a presentation at 1 p.m. March 18, featuring Christine Katzenmeyer, registered dietitian.

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Sound the Alarm!

Mar 04, 2026 08:18AM ● By MPG Staff

Did you know that working smoke alarms can cut the risk of death in home fires in half? The City of Dixon and the American Red Cross are holding a free smoke alarm and fire prevention education course from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 25 at the Dixon Senior/Multi-Use Center.

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National Grange Marks Passage of the MCED Act

Mar 03, 2026 12:30PM ● By National Grange News Release

A Major Milestone in Closing Rural Cancer Health Disparities

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Society for the Blind Receives $25,000 from Kaiser

Jan 27, 2026 09:12AM ● By Society for the Blind News Release

Funds will help expand services for youth and working-age adults losing vision

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Partnership Now Accepting Applications for Scholarship Program

Jan 20, 2026 02:46PM ● By Partnership Health Plan of California News Release

Partnership HealthPlan of California is now accepting applications for the 2026 Partnership Member Scholarship Program, offering financial support to members pursuing higher education and careers in health care, social service, or public service.

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Rise in Local Salmonella Case Data Linked to Statewide Outbreak

Dec 19, 2025 01:04PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Salmonella cases rose above normal levels in Sacramento County this fall due to an outbreak linked to contaminated eggs from Vega Farms, Inc., a Dixon, CA based company.

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When Shopping This Holiday Season, Don't Forget to Get Health Insurance for 2026

Dec 19, 2025 12:50PM ● By Covered California

The holidays are upon us, and for many, that means rushing to shop for all the things that make this time of year special.

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Holiday Food Safety Tips

Dec 16, 2025 04:49PM ● By Solano County Public Health News Release

The Solano County Department of Health and Social Services, Public Health Division reminds residents to practice food safety and take preventive measures to stay healthy this holiday season.

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First West Nile Virus Human Case in County

Nov 25, 2025 09:22AM ● By Solano County Mosquito Abatement District

The Solano County Department of Health and Social Services, Public Health Division, has confirmed the first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) in Solano County this year.

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Fight Tobacco Addiction

Nov 19, 2025 08:43AM ● By MPG Staff

Solano County Public Health Encourages Residents to Join the Great American Smokeout

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Family Matters: Why Genetic Cancer Testing is Important

Oct 24, 2025 02:06PM ● By BrandPoint Content

When someone in your family is diagnosed with cancer, it can raise questions. Is it a coincidence, or is there something that runs in the family that makes others more likely to get it too?

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October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Oct 22, 2025 10:30AM ● By Soroptimist International of Dixon Press Release

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to create awareness, honor those lives affected by breast cancer, give our support to those in need and celebrate the survivors.

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Virtual Speaker Series Hosted by Genealogical Society

Oct 22, 2025 10:08AM ● By Solano County Genealogical Society News Release

The Solano County Genealogical Society will host a virtual Speaker Series presentation on Nov. 1st.

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Campaign Launched to Increase Awareness of Childhood Lead Poisoning

Oct 22, 2025 10:00AM ● By Solano County Press Release

The Solano County Department of Health and Social Services, Public Health Division, is hosting an information campaign during Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, observed Oct. 19 to 25.

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West Nile Virus Detection

Oct 15, 2025 08:49AM ● By Solano County Mosquito Abatement District Press Release

On Oct. 8, the Solano County Mosquito Abatement District (SCMAD) detected West Nile virus in mosquitoes off Tremont Road, Robben Road and near Bristol Way and Kingston Court in Dixon.

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Every Nap Counts

Oct 08, 2025 09:27AM ● By Solano County Press Release

County Promotes Safe Sleep to Prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

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Another Successful Coastal Cleanup Day in Solano County

Sep 24, 2025 09:47AM ● By Solano Resource Conservation District News Release

Community members gathered Saturday morning and picked up more than 21,827 pounds of trash and 903 pounds of recyclable beverage containers over the course of three hours as part of Solano County’s Coastal Cleanup Day volunteer event.

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Autistic Children More Likely to Experience Persistent Stomach Problems

Sep 23, 2025 02:23PM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

Children diagnosed with autism are far more likely to experience ongoing gastrointestinal (GI) problems than their typically developing peers.

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September is National Preparedness Month

Sep 22, 2025 01:35PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

September marks National Preparedness Month, the annual campaign to remind everyone that preparing for emergencies and disasters can keep them, their families and their communities safe.

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Sacramento to ‘Light the Town Pink’ for Breast Cancer Awareness

Sep 22, 2025 01:28PM ● By Albie Aware Breast Cancer Foundation News Release

Sacramento is set to glow pink this September and October as the community comes together to “Light the Town Pink” in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

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Having Sense of Purpose Helps Reduce Dementia Risk

Sep 03, 2025 05:24PM ● By University of California, Davis Health News Release

Research into Blue Zones, regions of the world where people tend to live longer, shows that having a sense of purpose in life could help people live longer.

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Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Sep 03, 2025 03:07PM ● By The Jason Foundation News Release

September is recognized as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time to confront a subject often shrouded in silence and stigma.

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