Kern County sees rise in Valley Fever; New push for awareness and testing

Facing a surge in Valley Fever cases, Kern County Public Health Director Brynn Carrigan is launching a new community ambassadors program to raise awareness and boost testing a mission she knows firsthand.

“Today I am proud to announce the launch of our ambassadors program now available to the community,” Carrigan said.

Carrigan’s commitment to the cause is personal. She was diagnosed in 2024 with a severe form of Valley Fever known as pachymeningitis…

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