LA County reports 2nd suspected monkeypox case
Los Angeles County is reporting a second presumptive monkeypox case Wednesday.
Study suggests genetic cancer risks could be enhanced by metabolism
A Canadian professor believes deepening our understanding of how the metabolism works, combined with making healthy lifestyle changes, can lower cancer risks.
Annual cost for child care up 41%: report
On average, parents are spending more than $14,000 a year on child care.
Moderna says updated COVID shot boosts omicron protection
Moderna’s study results revealed people given the combination vaccine shot had higher antibody levels to fight omicron and other variants.
US has wasted more than 82 million COVID-19 vaccine doses: report
The Biden administration said the COVID-19 vaccine could be available to young children as Pfizer and BioNTech have requested they undergo a three-dose regimen
Weekly testing to end for LAUSD students, teachers
Most students and staff will no longer have to take a COVID-19 test every week.
FDA panel greenlights Novavax COVID-19 vaccine
FDA's vaccine chief said another choice in the U.S. may entice at least some vaccine holdouts - whatever their reason - to consider rolling up their sleeves.
Small study of rectal cancer treatment brings every single patient into remission
Every single rectal cancer patient with a certain mutation entered remission after receiving the experimental immunotherapy drug in a small clinical trial.
Don't go to these LA County beaches, authorities warn; here's why
The warnings were issued due to bacterial levels exceeding health standards when last tested.
LAUSD updates COVID testing guidance
The Los Angeles Unified School District announced it has updated its COVID-19 requirements following guidance of medical advisors and the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.
Everytable celebrates new store openings
Everytable, a mission-driven food company that fights for food justice by making fresh, nutritious food accessible and affordable for all, offers storefronts for grabbing a quick nutritious lunch or stocking up on affordable, ready-to-eat meals for those on the go starting at $6.
Everytable opens 6 new stores
Local nonprofit organization Everytable sells fresh, nutritious food at prices that are competitive with fast-food restaurants.
LA County beach warnings
The warning applies to Mother's Beach and the beaches around Santa Monica Pier.
VP Kamala Harris hosts reproductive healthcare roundtable in LA
In a discussion with faith leaders, the Vice President framed Roe v Wade as a religious issue. Harris is in town in part for the Summit of the Americas.
List: 13 California counties enter CDC's 'high' transmission COVID category
More than a dozen cities in California are now classified as “high” transmission risk areas as COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations continue to rise statewide, according to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Potential 'pregnancy register' in Poland stokes privacy fears for women
The right-wing government in Poland, where a near-total abortion ban is in place, now faces accusations it is creating a “pregnancy register.”
Downtown LA growing despite pandemic: report
Downtown LA is bouncing back and growing despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Downtown LA growing despite pandemic
Trips to the downtown area dropped dramatically due to stay-at-home orders during the height of the pandemic, but a new report shows the area mostly bounced back in 2021.
LA County sees another increase in COVID hospitalizations
If COVID-related hospitalizations continue to rise and put LA County into "high" virus transmission, indoor mask mandates may return.
Drug could help thousands with advanced breast cancer, researchers say
The latest gain for targeted cancer therapy could open new treatment possibilities to thousands of patients with advanced breast cancer.