Surgeon general: US to 'monitor' whether vaccine exemptions being used properly
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy has advised that the Biden administration will "monitor" to ensure no one abuses COVID-19 vaccine exemptions.
NY hospital puts baby deliveries on hold as maternity workers quit over COVID-19 vaccine mandate
A hospital in upstate New York will put baby deliveries on hold after too many workers in its maternity unit reportedly resigned over the COVID-19 vaccine mandate.
Popular BBQ spot in Orange County fears eviction
A popular barbecue spot in Orange County tells FOX 11 they are in danger of getting evicted by its landlord.
LA County sees another substantial drop in COVID-19 hospitalizations
The number of coronavirus patients in Los Angeles County hospitals fell by nearly 100 Saturday, the 12th consecutive day that the total has declined.
USC Olympian & NCAA champion swimmer Rich McGeagh dies of COVID-19 complications
Rich McGeagh, a 1964 Olympian and NCAA swim champion at USC, has died of COVID-19 complications, the university announced.
Health officials urge influenza vaccine ahead of flu season to prevent 'Twindemic'
Health officials are urging people to get vaccinated against influenza ahead of this year's flu season to prevent an influx of both flu and COVID-19 cases at hospitals.
Proof of vaccination required for West Hollywood patrons wanting to dine at indoor bars, restaurants
Restaurants and gyms in West Hollywood must require adult patrons to show proof of vaccination before they can get in the indoor portion of the establishment.
Health officials urge influenza vaccine ahead of flu season to prevent 'Twindemic'
Health officials are urging people to get vaccinated against influenza ahead of this year's flu season to prevent an influx of both flu and COVID-19 cases at hospitals.
Proof of vaccination required for West Hollywood patrons wanting to dine at indoor bars, restaurants
Restaurants and gyms in West Hollywood must require adult patrons to show proof of vaccination before they can get in the indoor portion of the establishment.
Toxic dust from World Trade Center may still be causing illnesses 20 years later
Two decades after the twin towers’ collapse, people are still coming forward to report illnesses that might be related to the attacks.
SoCal parents both die of COVID-19, leaving behind 5 kids
A mom, who was a SoCal nurse, and her husband have both died of COVID-19 complications, leaving behind five kids, including a newborn.
SC mom of 4 dies of COVID-19 complications after giving birth
Sara Caitlin Vilchez, 31, was taken back to the hospital because she was having trouble breathing hours after bringing her newborn home.
Alzheimer’s disease and sleep: Could 7 to 8 hours lower the risk?
A recent study published in JAMA Neurology, stemming from PET scans among 4,417 older adults with normal cognition, indicated short sleep of 6 hours or less was linked to a higher burden of the amyloid-beta protein; toxic buildup of amyloid is believed to serve as a precursor for Alzheimer's disease.
US halts Afghan evacuee flights due to measles cases
The U.S. has halted all U.S.-bound flights of Afghan evacuees from two main bases overseas after discovering a limited measles outbreak among Afghans arriving in the United States.
OC child under age of 5 dies from complications related to COVID-19
Orange County has confirmed its first COVID-related pediatric death.
COVID cases trending down among LA County kids; community transmission remains high
Children under the age of 18 represent 27% of all COVID- 19 infections reported in Los Angeles County last week, but case rates among younger residents are trending generally downward, mirroring the trend among adults, the county public health director said.
World Suicide Prevention Day 2021: How to help those who are struggling
World Suicide Prevention Day aims to bring awareness about prevention worldwide. Here’s who to help someone who may be struggling.
LAUSD now requiring all eligible students be vaccinated against COVID-19
The Los Angeles Unified School District, one of the nation's largest school districts, has passed a vaccine mandate that requires all eligible students aged 12 and up be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to attend in-person classes.
President Biden unveils sweeping vaccine mandates
The mandates would impact as many as 100 million Americans.
Married couple leave 7 children after dying from COVID-19 within hours of each other
Tiki Green says prior to the Florida trip, Troy and Charletta were considering getting a Covid vaccine, but they contracted the virus before they decided to get the shot. Something she is now urging others to do.