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Humboldt County Rabies Cases Reach Four After Cal Poly Humboldt Bat Bite

Humboldt County Public Health officials reported a fourth local case of rabies exposure after an individual was bitten by a bat on the Cal Poly Humboldt campus that tested positive for the virus. This incident brings the total number of residents treated for rabies exposure in the past two months to four, all linked to contact with rabid bats. The county has recorded five positive bat tests and one positive skunk test between January and September 15, 2026. Health authorities urge residents to avoid handling wild animals, keep pets indoors at night, and ensure domestic animals are fully vaccinated against rabies.

via Lost Coast Outpost|

#california #health-and-safety #humboldt-county

public-health1 month ago

Humboldt County Issues Urgent Bat Safety Warning After Three Children Require Rabies Treatment

Humboldt County public health officials have issued a warning to residents after three children required treatment for rabies exposure following two separate incidents involving bats in the past two weeks. One incident occurred in Manila, and the other in the Sunset Avenue neighborhood of Arcata. Both bats involved in the incidents subsequently tested positive for the rabies virus. Officials emphasized that rabies is always present in the local wildlife population, particularly among bats, skunks, and foxes, and urged the public to avoid handling wild animals.

via Lost Coast Outpost|

#arcata #humboldt-county #public-health

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Humboldt County Issues Public Health Alert After Three Children Require Rabies Treatment Following Bat Encounters

Humboldt County Public Health officials are urging residents to exercise extreme caution after three children required treatment for rabies exposure following two separate bat encounters in the past two weeks. The incidents occurred in Manila and the Sunset Avenue neighborhood of Arcata, with both bats testing positive for the disease. While rabies is endemic to California, the county has already identified five rabies-positive wild animals this year, including two skunks in Blue Lake. Officials emphasize that bat bites can be too small to notice, making prompt medical attention critical for any physical contact with a bat. The county recommends avoiding wild animals, securing pet food, and 'bat-proofing' homes by sealing gaps as small as three-eighths of an inch. Although rabies is nearly always fatal once symptoms appear, it is preventable with immediate post-exposure treatment. Residents can report exposures or questions to the Department of Health and Human Services.

via Redheaded Blackbelt|

#animal-control #bat-exposure #humboldt-county

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Humboldt County Tracks Rising COVID via Wastewater Amid Seaview Outbreak

Humboldt County health officials are monitoring a COVID-19 outbreak at the Seaview Rehabilitation and Wellness Center in Eureka, confirmed by spokesperson Christine Messinger. Concurrently, local wastewater testing indicates rising infections across the county over the past three weeks. While statewide hospitalizations remain low, Health Officer Dr. Candy Stockton notes that the virus is circulating widely, though exact case numbers are unknown because COVID is no longer a reportable condition unless patients are hospitalized. The updated 2026-27 vaccine targeting the XFG variant is expected to reach local providers soon, while the current 2025-26 formulation remains available and effective for high-risk individuals.

via Redheaded Blackbelt|

#california #covid-19 #health

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Humboldt County Adds TMS Therapy to Address Mental Health Gaps

Two providers in Humboldt County, California, have launched Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) services to treat depression and anxiety locally. This move addresses a significant access gap, as patients previously had to travel hundreds of miles for treatment. The therapy, which uses magnetic fields to stimulate brain cells, is FDA-approved for major depressive disorder and offers an alternative for those unresponsive to medication.

via Lost Coast Outpost|

#health #humboldt-county #mental-health

energy-and-environment2 months ago•3 min saved

RWE Abandons Humboldt Wind Lease in $1.22B Deal, Redirecting Funds to Fossil Fuels

German energy giant RWE has vacated its offshore wind leases off the coasts of New York, Louisiana, and California’s Humboldt County under a $1.22 billion settlement with the Trump administration. The deal, the largest of five such buyouts totaling nearly $4 billion, redirects RWE’s resources toward fossil fuel projects, including a $900 million stake in a Louisiana LNG terminal and $300 million for natural gas peaker plants. While Interior Secretary Doug Burgum praised the move as securing energy stability, Democratic officials and environmental advocates in California condemned it as an illegal corruption of clean energy goals. The cancellation jeopardizes California’s 2045 target of 25 gigawatts of offshore wind, leaving only two West Coast leases intact, though local harbor districts remain committed to building supporting infrastructure.

via Lost Coast Outpost|

#energy-and-environment #fossil-fuels #humboldt-county

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Providence Introduces Prior-Authorization Hurdle for Redwood Urgent Care in Humboldt

Providence issued a policy requiring prior authorization for visits to Redwood Urgent Care to be covered under Providence plans or WHA HMO, since Redwood isn’t contracted with Providence. About 1,800 Humboldt County residents are affected. If authorization isn’t obtained, patients may pay out-of-pocket or use the more expensive Providence ER. Providence says the change is administrative to control costs and notes that patients still have access to PCPs and telehealth, with other Providence-contracted urgent care options available in-network.

via Lost Coast Outpost|

#health #humboldt-county #prior-authorization

us-crime-and-justice4 months ago•185 min saved

117 dog remains found at Humboldt shelter amid cruelty probe

Authorities found the remains of at least 117 dogs on the grounds of Miranda’s Rescue Animal Sanctuary in Fortuna, California, many with gunshot wounds, along with 21 skulls and hundreds of bones. The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office says the scene is horrific and launched an investigation into felony animal abuse, fraud and conspiracy; no charges have been filed yet. Shelter founder Shannon Miranda says the rescue's mission is to save animals and disputes coverage.

via CNN|

#animal-cruelty #california #humboldt-county

us-news4 months ago•4 min saved

117 dogs found dead at California no-kill rescue sparks investigation

Investigators uncovered the remains of 117 dogs at Miranda's Rescue Animal Sanctuary in Fortuna, California, many with gunshot wounds, as authorities probe alleged cruelty, fraud and conspiracy. The 50-acre facility yielded dozens of skulls, bones and microchips, with more than 700 animals unaccounted for and around 900 brought in since the start of 2025, but only 116 adoptions. The owner denies wrongdoing, calling the site a true no-kill rescue, and no charges have been filed as the investigation continues.

via BBC|

#animal-cruelty #dog-deaths #humboldt-county

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117 Dogs Found Buried at California No-Kill Sanctuary Amid Probing Cruelty Case

Investigators unearthed 117 dogs, 21 skulls and hundreds of bones at Miranda’s Rescue Animal Sanctuary in Fortuna as part of a widening animal-cruelty and fraud probe into about 730 animals placed there since 2025. About 70 dogs at the scene had bullet fragments on X-ray, and investigators found 600 dog collars and additional decomposed canines in a field and a barn tied to suspected killings. No charges have been filed yet, and the sheriff says the investigation will be lengthy. Sanctuary founder Shannon Miranda did not comment; activists had previously raised concerns about the facility.

via The New York Times|

#animal-shelter #crime #dog-cruelty

local4 months ago•5 min saved

Gunshot Evidence Emerges in Northern California Dog Rescue Case

Authorities expanded their probe into Miranda's Rescue in Humboldt County after a second search uncovered 117 intact dogs (many with gunshot fragments), 21 skulls, and hundreds of bones, along with more than 600 collars. About 900 dogs have been sent to the rescue since January 2025, but only roughly 100 adoption records exist, leaving hundreds unaccounted for and prompting potential animal-cruelty, fraud, and nonprofit-law issues; no charges have been filed yet as investigators review the large amount of evidence with ongoing forensic work.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

#animal-cruelty #dog-rescue #forensics

health4 months ago•3 min saved

Humboldt County Reports Pertussis Case, Warns of Exposures Across Arcata, McKinleyville and Fortuna

Humboldt County public health officials confirm a local pertussis (whooping cough) case and warn of potential exposures at the North Coast Nurture Center (McKinleyville), Trumpet Behavioral Health (Arcata), Rainbow Dreamers in-home daycare (Fortuna), and Humboldt Senior Resource Center (Fortuna) during June; residents with mild cold symptoms who were at these sites should contact a medical provider for evaluation and possible antibiotics. Vaccination with Tdap/DTaP reduces risk and disease severity, but immunity wanes over time, so boosters are important to protect vulnerable populations, especially infants under 12 months.

via Lost Coast Outpost|

#arcata #fortuna #health

world6 months ago•56 min saved

Humboldt Residents Join Historic Civilian Flotilla to Gaza

Four Humboldt County residents—Windfield and Silas Beaver, Sacha Marini, and Greg Terry—are among roughly 3,000 participants in the Global Sumud Flotilla, the largest civilian mission to Gaza, departing from Siracusa, Sicily. The spring 2026 flotilla seeks to establish a sustained civilian maritime corridor, deliver humanitarian aid, and pressure Israel’s blockade, with delegations from 39 countries and a parallel Brussels Sumud Parliamentary Congress. Vessel positions can be tracked at flotillatracker.org, and donations are invited to cover legal costs for detained participants.

via Redheaded Blackbelt|

#gaza-blockade #global-sumud-flotilla #humboldt-county

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Humboldt Prepares for Flu Surge Amid Respiratory Illness Rise

Humboldt County is currently experiencing low levels of respiratory viruses, but wastewater data indicates an upcoming increase in flu and other respiratory illnesses, with health officials warning of a potential surge in hospitalizations in the coming weeks due to limited case reporting and declining vaccination rates, emphasizing the importance of preventive measures.

via Redheaded Blackbelt|

#flu-surge #health #humboldt-county

health1 year ago•8 min saved

Parents Face Challenges in Securing COVID Vaccines for Young Children in Humboldt County

Parents in Humboldt County face significant challenges in obtaining COVID-19 vaccines for young children due to limited local supply, healthcare system barriers, and logistical issues, leading some to travel hours out of the area for vaccination, despite official recommendations for pediatric immunization.

via Redheaded Blackbelt|

#children #covid-19 #health