New 3D-printed ear could be a game-changer for organ transplants, doctors say

A first-of-its-kind ear reconstruction that used a 3D-printed ear made from human cells could be a game-changer for regenerative medicine, doctors say.

LA City Council votes to ban flavored tobacco, with exception of hookah

The Los Angeles City Council Wednesday banned the sale of flavored tobacco in the city, with an exception for hookah lounges that meet certain conditions.

People with food allergies may be less likely to catch COVID-19, study finds

Researchers found that self-reported doctor-diagnosed asthma was not a risk factor for infection, nor was upper respiratory allergies or eczema. In addition, food allergies were associated with a lower infection risk.

Third suspected monkeypox case detected in Sacramento

Health officials say a third possible case of the monkeypox virus has been detected in Sacramento County.

Unvaccinated students banned from graduation ceremony at Granada Hills Charter

A group of parents and students at Granada Hills Charter High School rallied outside the campus Tuesday in opposition to a policy that will bar students who aren't vaccinated against COVID-19 from participating in graduation ceremonies.

Resident physicians vote to strike at 3 LA County hospitals

Resident physicians and interns at three hospitals in Los Angeles County voted to authorize an unfair labor practice strike Tuesday. 

Eating one egg per day may help lower risk of heart disease, study suggests

Eggs are loaded with nutrients, while also containing a high level of dietary cholesterol. The study aimed to dig deeper into egg consumption and heart health.

Monkeypox won't turn into a pandemic, WHO expert believes

Monkeypox is known to spread when there is close physical contact with an infected person, their clothing or bedsheets.

COVID in LA County: 12,694 new cases reported over Memorial Day weekend

Local health officials reported 12,694 confirmed cases of COVID-19 over the Memorial Day holiday weekend, with 13 COVID-related deaths and 486 hospitalizations.

Memorial Day weekend: LA County urges caution to prevent COVID spread

With a holiday weekend upon us, Los Angeles County health officials are urging residents to mark Memorial Day with caution to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

LA City Council begins process to buy Chinatown building amid rent increases

City Council voted to try to buy a 124-unit housing development in Chinatown in an effort to keep some of the tenants housed amid rent increases by their landlord, who does not want to sell the building to the city.

Second suspected monkeypox case identified in Sacramento County

A second monkeypox case has been identified in Sacramento county. The suspected patient is in close contact with the first patient, according to health officials.