North Bay Reports that deal with health and wellness in Sonoma County.

The epidemic of opioid addiction across America has triggered a surge in the use of other, related drugs, including heroin, and it’s more potent synthetic relative, fentanyl.

Long before this week’s election results came in, organizers of the annual Latino Health Forum in Santa Rosa had selected as this year’s theme, the health impacts of racism and Discrimination.

Can you remember what your school lunches were like? For many the thought can conjure up memories of bland sandwiches, dry meat meat patties and sugary juices. But with stricter food regulations and a general move towards healthy and nutritious eating those meals are poised to become a thing of the past.
Read more: North Bay School Districts Pioneer Healthy Food Options for Students

Marin General Hospital successfully lowered its caesarian section rates by employing nurse midwives.
Read more: How to Change Hospital Culture When It Comes to Giving Birth

The “Fight for 15” is a national campaign to boost the income of low-wage workers.