Carinne Brody

You are already at the latest version Background: Seasonal influenza prevention in young adults is influenced by access, trust, and vaccine information exposure, but local evidence linking vaccination uptake with illness and economic burden is limited. Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional electronic survey of adults aged 18-49 years who lived, worked, or studied in the San Francisco Bay Area during the 2025 to 2026 influenza season.

If you’ve ever checked the weather and noticed a number labeled “AQI,” you may have wondered what it actually means. The Air Quality Index is a simple scale that tells you how polluted the air is and whether it may affect your health. The AQI runs from 0 to 500. The higher the number, the worse the air quality. An AQI under 50 or coded green is considered “good,” meaning the air poses little or no risk. Between 51 and 100 is “moderate,” which is generally safe for most people.

Mental health is just as important as physical health, yet it’s often overlooked in the hustle of daily life. According to the 2020 Solano County Community Health Assessment Report, approximately 1 in 10 adults in Solano County reported that their family life had been impaired due to a mental health issue in the prior 12 months. Additionally, nearly 18% of adults indicated needing help for mental health problems.