The aches and pains of astronauts: how zero gravity affects the human body
Dr. Haig Aintablian, an ER doctor who is also the inaugural fellow of the UCLA Space Medicine program joined Good Day LA to talk about how astronaut's bodies are effected by spending time in space, and what scientists are doing to help them prepare for extended journeys to places like Mars in the future.
Dr. Haig Aintablian, an ER doctor who is also the inaugural fellow of the UCLA Space Medicine program joined Good Day LA to talk about how astronaut's bodies are effected by spending time in space, and what scientists are doing to help them prepare for extended journeys to places like Mars in the future.
'Hop To It' Easter Drive
Founded in 2012, Family Promise of Orange County is a nonprofit organization that provides services, support and hope to help families experiencing homelessness achieve housing stability (including emergency shelter, temporary housing, rental assistance, financial literacy, job training and more).
Founded in 2012, Family Promise of Orange County is a nonprofit organization that provides services, support and hope to help families experiencing homelessness achieve housing stability (including emergency shelter, temporary housing, rental assistance, financial literacy, job training and more).
Pilot programs to pilot to put feminine hygiene products in public places being proposed by city council , and LA Board of Supervisors
Melissa Berton, Executive Director of The Pad Project, which produced the ground-breaking and Oscar-winning documentary "Period. End of Sentence," reacts to the news the government officials at the Los Angeles City and County level are moving toward providing relief for "period poverty."
Melissa Berton, Executive Director of The Pad Project, which produced the ground-breaking and Oscar-winning documentary "Period. End of Sentence," reacts to the news the government officials at the Los Angeles City and County level are moving toward providing relief for "period poverty."
"Hope House" to provide a safe space for victims of human trafficking and domestic violence
Hope is coming soon to survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking with the groundbreaking of Hope House, a new $910,000 California craftsman-style four-bedroom, two-bathroom, multi-family residence to be built in a Fullerton neighborhood. When completed, Hope House will accommodate 16 to 20 survivors for up to 24 months at no cost to them and there be offered numerous resources to aid their recovery, according to Mike Lee, CEO of Women's Transitional Living Center, Inc. (WTLC).
Hope is coming soon to survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking with the groundbreaking of Hope House, a new $910,000 California craftsman-style four-bedroom, two-bathroom, multi-family residence to be built in a Fullerton neighborhood. When completed, Hope House will accommodate 16 to 20 survivors for up to 24 months at no cost to them and there be offered numerous resources to aid their recovery, according to Mike Lee, CEO of Women's Transitional Living Center, Inc. (WTLC).
Norms restaurants and KFROG host book drive
The special effort is taking place in Riverside.
The special effort is taking place in Riverside.
How to start the conversation around young adult's mental health
Poet and Instagram Infuencer Donovan Beck (@TheMindofSol) and Dr. Christine Yu Moutier, Chief Medical Officer of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention joined Michaela to talk about some great ways to kick start a conversation around mental health with teens and young adults about mental health. The Surgeon General has declared a national health crisis in the wake of the pandemic, and now more than ever it's important to be able to identify the signs of mental health struggles. This is all part of the "Sieze the Awkward" campaign to help all of us learn how to approach what can be an uncomfortable topic.
Poet and Instagram Infuencer Donovan Beck (@TheMindofSol) and Dr. Christine Yu Moutier, Chief Medical Officer of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention joined Michaela to talk about some great ways to kick start a conversation around mental health with teens and young adults about mental health. The Surgeon General has declared a national health crisis in the wake of the pandemic, and now more than ever it's important to be able to identify the signs of mental health struggles. This is all part of the "Sieze the Awkward" campaign to help all of us learn how to approach what can be an uncomfortable topic.
Grand Prix of Long Beach Flagman
For Aaron Likens being a professional Indycar Flagman isn't just a job, it's his passion. Aaron was diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder as a young man and, as he told us on Good Day LA, being a flagman gave his life purpose and a place where he feels safe and confident.
For Aaron Likens being a professional Indycar Flagman isn't just a job, it's his passion. Aaron was diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder as a young man and, as he told us on Good Day LA, being a flagman gave his life purpose and a place where he feels safe and confident.
Guide Dogs of America looking for puppy trainers
FOX 11's Bob DeCastro takes us to Sylmar and tells us more about Guide Dogs of America.
FOX 11's Bob DeCastro takes us to Sylmar and tells us more about Guide Dogs of America.
Access to mental health services in urban Los Angeles
Harold Turner. Executive Director of the National Alliance of Mental Illness in Urban Los Angeles is working to provide education, support, and advocacy for people struggling with mental illness and their families. He talks with Michaela about their work with Black and Brown communities, and the importance of identifying signs at an early age.
Harold Turner. Executive Director of the National Alliance of Mental Illness in Urban Los Angeles is working to provide education, support, and advocacy for people struggling with mental illness and their families. He talks with Michaela about their work with Black and Brown communities, and the importance of identifying signs at an early age.
Giving students with disabilities a chance to make their dreams come true
A non-profit organization called "Yes I Can, Unity Through Music & Education" and a state-of-the art school for aspiring musicians, 1500 Sound Academy have partnered up to help students with disabilities develop confidence, skills and a sense of community, and help provide them with what could be, a life changing opportunity. James Fauntleroy and Rance Dopson and Bret Lieberman join Michaela
A non-profit organization called "Yes I Can, Unity Through Music & Education" and a state-of-the art school for aspiring musicians, 1500 Sound Academy have partnered up to help students with disabilities develop confidence, skills and a sense of community, and help provide them with what could be, a life changing opportunity. James Fauntleroy and Rance Dopson and Bret Lieberman join Michaela
Understanding Aphasia
Actor Bruce Willis is stepping away from acting after being diagnosed with Aphasia, a communication disorder affecting more than two million Americans. Dr. Swathi Kiran is Director of the Aphasia Laboratory at Boston University, she joined us on Good Day LA to talk more about Aphasia and possible treatments.
Actor Bruce Willis is stepping away from acting after being diagnosed with Aphasia, a communication disorder affecting more than two million Americans. Dr. Swathi Kiran is Director of the Aphasia Laboratory at Boston University, she joined us on Good Day LA to talk more about Aphasia and possible treatments.
Chef Marc Murphy in Poland with World Central Kitchen
Chef Marc Murphy joins Good Day LA from Poland where he's working with World Central Kitchen on the relief effort for the people of Ukraine.
Chef Marc Murphy joins Good Day LA from Poland where he's working with World Central Kitchen on the relief effort for the people of Ukraine.
April is autism acceptance month
Starting in 1970, April has been designated as "Autism Awareness Month," a time to educate the public. but in 2021 the name was changed to Autism Acceptance Month. It's a simple ? but really important ? distinction. Zoe Gross from the Autism Self-Advocacy Network joined Michaela on Good Day LA to talk about what you can do to promote inclusion and acceptance for the autistic community.
Starting in 1970, April has been designated as "Autism Awareness Month," a time to educate the public. but in 2021 the name was changed to Autism Acceptance Month. It's a simple ? but really important ? distinction. Zoe Gross from the Autism Self-Advocacy Network joined Michaela on Good Day LA to talk about what you can do to promote inclusion and acceptance for the autistic community.
"Lakers in the Paint" amplifies the work of local artists
Our own Los Angeles Lakers have launched a multi-year initiative to support LA-based artists of color by exhibiting and acquiring their work, while leveraging the Lakers global platform to expose a wide audience to their talent. In The Paint (ITP) is an organizational initiative stemming from the Lakers 6-point Racial Equity Action Plan, developed by the company?s Director of Racial Equity & Action, Dr. Karida Brown. Brown joined Michaela on Good Day LA.
Our own Los Angeles Lakers have launched a multi-year initiative to support LA-based artists of color by exhibiting and acquiring their work, while leveraging the Lakers global platform to expose a wide audience to their talent. In The Paint (ITP) is an organizational initiative stemming from the Lakers 6-point Racial Equity Action Plan, developed by the company?s Director of Racial Equity & Action, Dr. Karida Brown. Brown joined Michaela on Good Day LA.
Connecting with your community
Looking to do some good in your community? We talked to the President and CEO of a group called 'Points of Light'. Natalye Paquin explained how her organization connects those who want to help with places in need of help.
Looking to do some good in your community? We talked to the President and CEO of a group called 'Points of Light'. Natalye Paquin explained how her organization connects those who want to help with places in need of help.
Sewage Surveillance
When you think of sewage, your first reaction might be "gross!" But the waste you flush down your toilet can actually provide an early warning of Covid-19's spread in a community. It's called wastewater surveillance and it has become an invaluable tool for health officials across the country and here in LA. We talked with Dr. Naoko Munakata with the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts about why this "dirty work" is so important.
When you think of sewage, your first reaction might be "gross!" But the waste you flush down your toilet can actually provide an early warning of Covid-19's spread in a community. It's called wastewater surveillance and it has become an invaluable tool for health officials across the country and here in LA. We talked with Dr. Naoko Munakata with the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts about why this "dirty work" is so important.
Discover new foods during Dine LA Restaurant Week
From Long Beach to the San Fernando Valley, Dine LA week is here.
From Long Beach to the San Fernando Valley, Dine LA week is here.
Time to Spring Clean your dating scene
Dating expert, Monique Kelley, shares dating advice now that Spring has sprung.
Dating expert, Monique Kelley, shares dating advice now that Spring has sprung.
NASA's Hubble Space Telescope makes record-breaking discovery
NASA expert, Ken Carpenter, on the Hubble Space Telescope's incredible discovery ? the farthest individual star ever observed.
NASA expert, Ken Carpenter, on the Hubble Space Telescope's incredible discovery ? the farthest individual star ever observed.
New movie explores depression and anxiety
For many its a very difficult topic to open up about. Anxiety and depression very real medical conditions yet many suffer alone. A new movie explains that nobody has to suffer alone...it's called "Just Like You: Anxiety & Depression'. In it we hear from 10 brave kids about their experiences living with these issues and the stigma that comes with them. We talked to one of the experts featured in the movie about why this project is so important.
For many its a very difficult topic to open up about. Anxiety and depression very real medical conditions yet many suffer alone. A new movie explains that nobody has to suffer alone...it's called "Just Like You: Anxiety & Depression'. In it we hear from 10 brave kids about their experiences living with these issues and the stigma that comes with them. We talked to one of the experts featured in the movie about why this project is so important.