"Fresno County EMS Implements ER Admission Reduction Policy"
Fresno County Department of Public Health is reinstating a policy to reduce emergency room admissions and alleviate strain on staff and resources due to the rise in respiratory illnesses such as Covid, the Flu, and RSV. Paramedics will assess patients to determine if they can be referred to alternative care options like urgent care, primary care physicians, or telehealth. The department also recommends Covid-19 and Flu vaccines for everyone over 6 months old, as well as RSV vaccines for specific groups. People are advised to take precautions during the holiday season, such as using air purifiers and practicing good hand hygiene. Free Covid tests can be ordered from the CDC starting Monday.