Health

Positive Cases at K-12 Schools Continue to Rise

With vaccinations providing the best protection against illness and hospitalizations, parents are urged to make sure that they and their…

3 years ago

Long Beach Moves Into Yellow Tier and Starts Offering Booster Shots for 5 to 11 Year-Olds

As of May 20, COVID-19 cases per 100,000 population is 205.7, COVID-19 hospitalizations per 100,000 population is 1.5, and 1.6%…

3 years ago

Governor’s Briefs: Modernize State Medical Malpractice System; More Aggressive Response to Ongoing Drought

Governor Newsom warned that if this localized approach to conservation does not result in a significant reduction in water use…

3 years ago

More Men Need to Defend Abortion Rights because ‘The Bullies Are Preparing To Go After the Entire Schoolyard’

Older men like me who can evoke the terrible pre-Roe days should tell their stories, at least to their grandsons,…

3 years ago

Health Network Partners with Charles Drew University

Charles Drew University and Dignity Health St. Mary Hospital's parent company, CommonSpirit Health announced they are forming a partnership in…

3 years ago

Hahn Urges Temporary Shutdown of Carcinogen Emitting Facility in Vernon

On May 5, the SCAQMD issued a Proposition 65 notice regarding high levels of ethylene oxide “likely to affect public…

3 years ago

Outbreak Prevention Strategies Can Slow Spread In Preparation For Graduations and Other Large Events

The number of cases among students and staff increased nearly four-fold in one month, likely reflecting higher rates of community…

3 years ago

LA County Public Health and First 5 LA launch Help Me Grow LA

Help Me Grow will also help families navigate what can be a fragmented and challenging network of existing services, working…

3 years ago

COVID-19 Positive Cases Increase at Schools and in the Community

With high levels of community transmission, Public Health continues to strongly recommend that all students and staff wear well-fitting, high…

3 years ago

Gov. Newsom Proposes Reproductive Health Package to Strengthen Aboortion Access and Protections

Gov. Gavin Newsom May 11, announced a reproductive health package to expand access to these services and welcome companies from…

3 years ago