Health

Residents Encouraged to Get Updated COVID-19 Vaccine for Maximum Protection Against Severe Illness

For the last reporting period, SARS CoV-2 wastewater concentrations were at 38% of the 2022-2023 Winter Peak, indicating continued elevated…

3 years ago

Ports of Los Angeles, Long Beach, and Shanghai Unveil Outline for First Trans-Pacific Green Shipping Corridor

Participants of the Green Shipping Corridor Partnership will take steps to reduce carbon emissions and harmful pollutant emissions impacting air…

3 years ago

Updated COVID-19 Vaccines Available Soon in Los Angeles County

Any resident who is seeking vaccination will be able to do so regardless of insurance or immigration status.

3 years ago

San Pedro Recovery Alliance Awarded $172K From LAHSA Funding

A 501c3 non-profit organization, SPRA is committed to provide assistance to the homeless and those affected with addiction to obtain…

3 years ago

Animal Services GM Calls on Public to Help Confront Emergency at L.A. Shelters

LA Animal Services has 45 open positions for ACTs, and a cohort of 50 people will be invited this week…

3 years ago

Dayramir González Performs Phenomenal Concert to Support Medical Aid for Cuba

Dayramir said to create a career in the U.S. you need resources. In Cuba, he noted he did not need…

3 years ago

Long Beach Briefs: FY 2024 Budget Adopted and Health Dept. Launches SipSafe LB

While many areas could use additional resources, notably this is a “no cuts” budget.

3 years ago

Worksite COVID-19 Outbreaks are Rising, Limit Transmission and Workplace Disruptions

During the most recent 30-day period ending Sept. 1, Public Health received 154 cluster reports from worksites.

3 years ago

Step Out Walk to Stop Diabetes Is Coming to Long Beach

,,, nearly 50% of Los Angeles County employees and their families are living with diabetes or prediabetes – and that…

3 years ago

Health Department Shares Safety Measures to Reduce COVID-19 Spread

At gatherings and celebrations, some straightforward steps can help increase safety against COVID-19, including holding events outside when possible, opening…

3 years ago