by News Staff | Aug 4, 2014 | Government Agencies/Utilities
Health Advisory – Wildfire Smoke (press release from Health Officer Dr. Rick Johnson) Although not yet as bad as last year, residents and visitors to the Eastern Sierra are experiencing smoke coming through the passes primarily from the French Fire. A reprieve...
by News Staff | Aug 19, 2013 | Government Agencies/Utilities
Hantavirus Infects Inyo County Resident August 19, 2013 Dr. Rick Johnson, Public Health Officer for Inyo County, announced today that a local resident of Inyo County has been hospitalized with a clinical picture that is highly suspect of being caused by hantavirus...
by News Staff | May 7, 2013 | Entertainment/Local Events/Activities, General Misc. Stories, Government Agencies/Utilities
Dr. Richard Johnson, 66, of Mammoth Lakes, has been appointed to the California Commission on Emergency Medical Services, it was announced recently by California Govenor Jerry Brown. A press release from the governor’s office states Dr. Johnson has been a...
by News Staff | Jan 31, 2013 | Government Agencies/Utilities
Influenza is in Our Midst – Press Release from Inyo-Mono Public Health Director Rick Johnson Over the last week, the Eastern Sierra has been continuing to see high levels of influenza activity. We are seeing increased visits to healthcare providers, positive...
by News Staff | Apr 11, 2012 | Government Agencies/Utilities
Whooping Cough (Pertussis) Update – Frequently Asked Questions This is written in response to questions we have received in the last few days. It is not meant to be read from start to finish, but jump directly to any questions you may have. Please contact us with...