Health and Wellness

Oakland Voices’ health coverage examines health challenges and solutions in Oakland in order to be a catalyst to eliminate health inequities, change narratives, and transform the Town.

A 74 year-old man wearing a baseball cap and baby blue surgical mask stands in front of sign that says Census 2020 and :"six feet apart"

Unmasking

By Howard Dyckoff Posted June 7, 2021 6:50 pm

Editor’s Note: Oakland Voices alumnus and correspondent Howard Dyckoff is in the vulnerable age category for COVID-19. He worked inside an office during the pandemic and was able to stay COVID-free. Now that California is[Read more]

What to Know About the New Mask Guidelines

By Momo Chang Posted May 14, 2021 11:36 am

Have questions about the new CDC mask guidelines?

an upside down vial of the covid vaccine is put into a syringe

COVID Vaccine for Younger Children in the Works

By Momo Chang Posted May 6, 2021 8:44 am

According to data from Alameda County, 45.7 percent of people in Oakland who are 16 and up are fully vaccinated against COVID, and 69.3 percent who have received at least one dose. The FDA may[Read more]

the back of a trailer is filled with beautiful plants and a green grassy rooftop

Planterday Focuses on Bringing Mental Health Awareness, One Mobile Plant Sale at a Time

By Iris Crawford Posted April 30, 2021 3:15 pm

Plant therapy is a powerful way to strengthen mental health, boost immunity, anxiety and depression. This kind of therapy has especially bloomed during the midst of the pandemic. With this past year’s rise in gardening-focused[Read more]

cellular image of novel coronavirus with the word Oakland above

Alameda County Moves to Orange Tier

By Momo Chang Posted March 31, 2021 5:10 pm

Alameda County Moves to Less Restrictive Orange Tier Today

A closeup image of a young woman receiving a shot on her shoulder, with the person administering wearing latex gloves.

New Community-Based COVID Vaccine Sites in Oakland Try to Close Equity Gaps

By Momo Chang and Howard Dyckoff Posted March 11, 2021 9:52 pm

Plus, more news you can use about the COVID vaccine Alameda County opened its first community-based COVID-19 vaccination site at Fremont High School in East Oakland on February 4, while the state is partnering with[Read more]