Community Health and Safety
Barton Health community update: Patient surge planning almost complete
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/16/2020 - 1:30pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - While determining the exact timing and scope of coronavirus’ peak in the Lake Tahoe region is difficult, Barton Health is working diligently to be prepared to respond accordingly and address the needs of patients in the community. Surge planning is almost complete including more than doubling hospital bed capacity and expanding facilities to accommodate those who may be infected by the virus.
Letter: YES on Measure B to Keep Tahoe Blue and Safe
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 02/19/2020 - 10:57amIf you live in Tahoe, the threat of fire is constantly ping-ponging around in the back of your mind – a dull nagging feeling that’s tough to pin down.