Did Barbara Ferrer rely on school mask mandate study co-authored by her daughter?
A reporter is accusing Dr. Barbara Ferrer of not disclosing a conflict of interest. This comes as the reporter points out that a study cited by the CDC on school mask mandates was co-authored by the LA County Public Health director's daughter Kaitlin Barnes.
Indianapolis doctor who performed abortion prepares defamation suit against state's attorney general
An Indianapolis doctor who performed an abortion on a 10-year-old rape victim from Ohio took the first step Tuesday toward suing Indiana’s attorney general for defamation.
New ‘Centaurus’ coronavirus variant surfacing in multiple countries
The latest coronavirus omicron subvariant— BA.2.75.— has doctors concerned about another surge in cases.
Laughing gas and childbirth: An option for patients looking for a middle ground
Doctors and patients around the world are likely familiar with using laughing gas during childbirth, but it’s largely gone under the radar here in the U.S. — until now.
Boxer, SoCal native Ryan Garcia discusses fight with mental health
Last weekend, Ryan Garcia won his second fight of 2022, but his road back to the ring has not been an easy one. Garcia has opened up in the previous months regarding his battle with anxiety and mental health.
Boxer, SoCal native Ryan Garcia discusses fight with mental health
Last weekend, Ryan Garcia won his second fight of 2022, but his road back to the ring has not been an easy one. Garcia has opened up in the previous months regarding his battle with mental health.
Mississippi women's health clinic drops challenge of state's near-ban on abortions
The Mississippi abortion clinic that was at the center of the U.S. Supreme Court decision that overturned Roe v. Wade has ended a lawsuit in which it was seeking to block the state from enforcing a law banning most abortions.
US health insurers raise rates to match increase in usage
Health insurers in individual marketplaces across 13 states will raise rates an average of 10% next year, according to a review of rate filings by the Kaiser Family Foundation.
CDC endorses more traditional Novavax COVID-19 vaccine for adults
Health officials say U.S. adults who haven’t gotten any COVID-19 shots yet should consider a new option from Novavax.
LA County COVID-positive hospital patient numbers keep climbing
There are nearly 1,300 COVID-positive patients in LA County hospitals as of Tuesday.
75% of US teens aren’t getting recommended daily exercise, particularly females, study finds
Researchers suspected that the environment at school could play an important role in determining how comfortable students feel participating in school sports or other physical activities.
LA County COVID transmission 'concerning' despite lack of severe cases
LAC + USC Medical Center reported just 30 COVID-positive patients Monday, while county health officials said countywide transmission rates are still "extremely concerning."
UCLA’s Thomas Cole announces football retirement after suicide attempt
"I have come to the conclusion that football is not conductive for my mental health, and there is more to my life than the game of football." the former Bruin wrote. “For all those who may be struggling, you are not alone and you are loved. It is okay to ask for help."
Only son donates kidney to mother: ‘It’s amazing to give life in a different way’
The 25-year-old couldn’t imagine going through life without his mother. So he did what he could to help her live longer.
Fauci to retire by the end of Biden's term: report
Dr. Anthony Fauci is reportedly set to retire after more than five decades in federal service.
LA County warns of Monkeypox vaccine shortage
With a limited supply in LA County, the monkeypox vaccine is only available to certain high-risk groups right now.
Toddler, who once spent nearly 700 days in hospital for heart defect, dies
Valentina Garnetti first gained notoriety in 2021 for spending most of her toddler life inside a hospital due to a congenital heart defect.
Long Beach reports first suspected case of monkeypox
It appears the person had no recent travel history nor known contacts.
Sobering new study says that those under age 40 shouldn't drink alcohol at all
People under 40 suffer significant health risks from drinking, according to new research.
Is too much sun giving you the blues?
Do you feel down now that the days are longer? Doctors call it reverse seasonal affective disorder.