Redwood City — Reinforcing its commitment to delivering services and evaluating existing structures through a lens of equity and inclusion, the County of San Mateo has named a long-time health equity advocate to its first-ever chief equity officer position.
Position will champion equity & inclusion, identify areas for institutional change
San Mateo County Health Officer Dr. Scott Morrow has rescinded his health order governing visitation at long-term care and other congregate living facilities. The previous order went into effect on October 29, 2020 and was part of a series of orders setting guidelines for non-essential visitors, including family members, to enter congregate care facilities and interact safely with residents.