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News stories from the past 60 days.

Mar 2, 2024 - Highlights a rural California town introducing a shade equity master plan to address the dangers of extreme heat. Discusses rural specific issues such as limited infrastructure and unsafe homes that make heat burden unequally experienced. Notes the disparate impact felt by farmworkers in this agriculture-heavy region.
Source: ABC News
Jan 26, 2024 - Discusses the rate of dog bite related injuries and deaths increasing in California. Notes that injuries are more common in rural areas due to less socialization and higher rates of dog ownership. Includes county-level data showing emergency room visits for dog bites.
Source: KFF Health News

Last Updated: 3/4/2024