LAUSD releases updated COVID protocols
There will be no mandatory testing requirement, and masks will not be required indoors or outdoors.
Senate OKs bill to expand aid to veterans exposed to toxic burn pits, sends to Biden
The Senate has given final approval to a bill enhancing health care and disability benefits for millions of veterans exposed to toxic burn pits while serving in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Child tests positive for monkeypox in Long Beach
A child has tested positive for monkeypox in Long Beach, according to city officials. The child was symptomatic but is now recovered. Long Beach has reported 20 confirmed and probable cases of monkeypox so far.
Novavax to be offered in LA County
Doses of the newly approved Novavax vaccine against COVID-19 will become available to Southland residents this week, with Long Beach offering doses beginning Monday and Los Angeles County scheduled to start administering the medication on Wednesday.
Child tests positive for monkeypox in Long Beach
A presumptive case of monkeypox in a child has been reported in Long Beach.
Monkeypox: LA County declares local state of emergency
Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly Mitchell Tuesday has issued a proclamation of local emergency for monkeypox to address the number of increasing cases in Los Angeles County.
Stress and the brain: Study finds certain types of stress can benefit your mind
The lead author of the study says low to moderate stress levels are connected to lower mental health problems and improved brain functioning.
LA County declares local emergency amid rise in monkeypox cases
A proclamation of local emergency for monkeypox has been issued in Los Angeles County due to a rise in cases.
LA County declares local emergency amid rise in monkeypox cases
Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly Mitchell Tuesday has issued a proclamation of local emergency for monkeypox to address the number of increasing cases in Los Angeles County.
Even the simplest form of exercise can help with an aging brain, research hints
The U.S. study compared sedentary older adults assigned aerobic exercises or a simple stretching routine, along with group classes and instructors to keep them engaged.
California declares State of Emergency over monkeypox
Gov. Newsom is hoping the state of emergency will bolster the state's vaccination push.
Monkeypox: California under state of emergency
Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency in the wake of the monkeypox outbreak impacting California.
Gov. Newsom declares state of emergency amid spread of monkeypox across California
Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency as part of California's response to the ongoing monkeypox outbreak.
Gov. Newsom declares state of emergency amid spread of monkeypox across California
Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency as part of California's response to the ongoing monkeypox outbreak.
Novavax vaccine against COVID-19 available in LA County
Doses of the newly approved Novavax vaccine against COVID-19 will become available to Southland residents this week.
California gas prices continue to decrease since mid-June
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County decreased Monday for the 48th consecutive day since rising to a record, dropping nine-tenths of a cent to $5.64 its lowest amount since March 8.
NYC declares monkeypox outbreak a 'public health emergency'
In a statement, Mayor Eric Adams and Department of Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan declared that the city's monkeypox outbreak was a "public health emergency" in order to fight the spread of the virus.
Biden tests positive for COVID-19 again in 'rebound' case, doctor says
White House physician Dr. Kevin O’Connor said in a letter that Biden "has experienced no reemergence of symptoms, and continues to feel quite well."
LA County could drop out of high COVID transmission level next week
The number of COVID patients in LA County hospitals declined slightly Saturday, continuing a stabilizing trend that's allowed officials to scrap plans to reimpose an indoor mask mandate.
3-year-old Pennsylvania boy contracts rare illness from tick bite
A Pennsylvania mom shares her son's medical journey to help others recognize the signs of a potentially perilous illness