California not ready to declare emergency over monkeypox
California officials are pressing for more vaccine and acting with “utmost urgency” to slow the spread of the monkeypox virus.
Amid nationwide shortage, Long Beach to distribute 950 cans of baby formula
The formula will be available to families with children up to 9-months-old that participate in a federal assistance program and have a need for food.
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COVID omicron vaccine: US reaches deal with Moderna for winter booster shots
About 261 million Americans have received at least one COVID-19 shot, but only 108 million have received a booster.
Decision expected Thursday on possible mask mandate in LA County
Los Angeles County health officials are expected to announce Thursday whether a mandatory indoor mask-wearing mandate will be imposed
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE: LA County COVID briefing July 28, 2022
Citing continued downward trends in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, Los Angeles County scrubbed plans Thursday to re-impose a universal indoor mask-wearing mandate that would have taken effect Friday.
LA County no longer imposing mask mandate after COVID cases decline
Los Angeles County health officials decided to pause the implementation of a universal indoor mask mandate.
LA County mask mandate decision expected today
Los Angeles County health officials are expected to announce Thursday whether a mandatory indoor mask-wearing mandate will be imposed in response to elevated COVID-19 transmission and hospitalizations.
Deadly bacteria found in continental U.S. soil for the first time
Melioidosis, or Whitmore’s disease, can cause a variety of symptoms and can infect any organ, including the brain.
Teen becomes caregiver for cancer-stricken parents: 'It's all love'
Sekope Sharits said he felt the world was against him when both his parents were diagnosed with cancer, but he’s caring for them in the way a loving son would.
These LA County cities won't enforce mask mandates
After the city of Beverly Hills announced it would not be enforcing a mask mandate, other cities in Los Angeles County are following suit.
Mom sues LAUSD after she says son was vaccinated without her consent, suffered side effects
The mother claims her son was offered a piece of pizza in exchange for a COVID shot and then allegedly coerced into forging his mom's signature.
Shawn Mendes cancels tour to focus on mental health: 'Much needed time off'
Mendes had previously postponed the Wonder World Tour to focus on his mental health.
Biden tests negative for COVID-19: ‘Back to the Oval’
Biden spoke publicly Wednesday to a round of applause, telling Americans that “COVID isn't gone” but that serious illness can be avoided with vaccines, booster shoots and treatments.
LA County considers pausing indoor mask mandate if COVID cases continue to decline
County Health Director Barbara Ferrer said as cases continue to decline, the county may be positioned to pause the implementation of universal masking.
LA County supervisors push for increased monkeypox vaccine supplies, funds
As of Tuesday there were more than 200 known cases of Monkeypox in LA County
Research team including UCLA prof says COVID-19 originated at Wuhan market
The study, which has been peer-reviewed, cited at least two cases of the virus being passed from live animals to humans.
Napping could lead to high blood pressure, stroke, study suggests
Experts say napping, though not unhealthy, may be a sign of poor sleep quality, according to the American Heart Association.
FDA's ongoing analysis finds toxic arsenic, lead in certain baby foods — tips for parents to limit exposure
The FDA’s ongoing analysis in an effort to lower toxic heavy metals in baby foods found that levels of lead in baby food sweet potatoes and teething biscuits were among the highest of all foods tested.
COVID outbreaks hit TSA, American and Southwest Airlines at LAX
Nearly 400 Transportation Security Administration workers and staff at Los Angeles International Airport have recently tested positive for COVID and it is affecting how many LAX employees are available to work.