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UCSF responds to outcry from staff, patient families about lack of air conditioning
UCSF is responding to complaints from hospital staff and family of patients at their Parnassus Medical Center in San Francisco over a lack of air conditioning on certain floors."I don't think anyone should work in a sauna-like condition unless you're working in a spa." exclaims a woman named Chris who requested we use only her first name. She explained how her late husband underwent a surgical procedure for his cancer at UCSF last fall.The experience, she says, was uncomfortable for both her spouse and the surgeon."He was hot and his eyes were burning from perspiration...the surgeon came out to talk...
Fleet Week disaster drill brings local, state and federal agencies together
When a disaster strikes, like the Loma Prieta Earthquake did nearly 35 years ago, you see boots on the ground and a massive coordinated response.But in order for that to happen, all of the players involved need to be running the same playbook.That's why more than 200 people from local, regional, state, and federal agencies, came together to participate in the Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA) drill during Fleet Week.That included Elijah Saunders, who works for the San Francisco Department of Public Health. This was his first time participating in a drill like this."As a city worker, you're what's...
New pizza joint in Hegenberger corridor says it has not had issues
OAKLAND, Calif. (KRON) — The rampant crime in Oakland’s Hegenberger corridor has caused several businesses in the area to close, but one newly-opened restaurant says it has not had issues. Round Table Pizza opened at 8450 Edgewater Drive in June despite the robberies and car break-ins in the area. Corporate officials say there have been […]
San Quentin prison to hold film festival; Jerry Seinfeld, Steph Curry on invite list
Several top celebrities have been invited to attend the first-ever San Quentin Film Festival which will be held inside the prison this Thursday and Friday. The films will showcase the work of current and formerly incarcerated filmmakers, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) stated in a news release announcing the event. The festival […]
Oakland council member says ‘contingency budget’ is in effect as Coliseum deal moves forward
OAKLAND, Calif. (KRON) — Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao and several city council members continue to send different messages regarding the state of the city’s plan to sell its stake in the Oakland Coliseum and the ripple effects that the ever-evolving sale could cause. According to Councilmember Janani Ramachandran, the city administrator’s office has triggered a […]
FAAS Empty the Shelter Event This Saturday
The best things in life sometimes really are free! FAAS is thrilled to announce that this Saturday, October 12, is Free Adoption Day! It’s been a long time since we’ve done this, but we’ve got so many great dogs and cats who need homes that we decided now is the time!
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