Second case of dengue virus reported in LA County in less than a month
Long Beach officials have confirmed the city's first locally acquired case of the dengue virus, just weeks after a case was reported in Pasadena.
Long Beach officials have confirmed the city's first locally acquired case of the dengue virus, just weeks after a case was reported in Pasadena.
Masks required in certain settings again throughout California
COVID positivity rates in California were on the rise in July and peaked in late August, according to officials.
COVID positivity rates in California were on the rise in July and peaked in late August, according to officials.
Anger can motivate people to achieve their goals, new study suggests: 'Sharpened focus'
Looking to get stuff done? Being angry might help, according to a new study from the American Psychological Association.
Looking to get stuff done? Being angry might help, according to a new study from the American Psychological Association.
'Fall back' this weekend for Daylight Saving Time. Here’s what you need to know
In a few days, we’ll move our clocks back an hour to gain a little more sleep as part of the traditional time adjustment.
In a few days, we’ll move our clocks back an hour to gain a little more sleep as part of the traditional time adjustment.
Certain kinds of music may help you feel less pain, study suggests
Researchers in Canada conducted a study that implies some songs you enjoy listening to may lessen the pain you feel.
Researchers in Canada conducted a study that implies some songs you enjoy listening to may lessen the pain you feel.
Matthew Perry repeatedly said helping people with sobriety mattered more to him than 'Friends'
Matthew Perry knew ‘Friends’ brought him fame, but maintained over the years that he wished to be remembered most for the way he was able to help people with their sobriety. “That’s the best thing about me," he said.
Matthew Perry knew ‘Friends’ brought him fame, but maintained over the years that he wished to be remembered most for the way he was able to help people with their sobriety. “That’s the best thing about me," he said.
WanaBana fruit pouches found to have 'extremely high' levels of lead, FDA warns
The FDA urged parents and caregivers to test their children for lead if they consumed WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches.
The FDA urged parents and caregivers to test their children for lead if they consumed WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches.
Bay Area nurse crushed in MRI accident highlighting safety concerns
A nurse suffered crushing injuries after she became pinned between a hospital bed and an MRI machine at Kaiser Permanente's Redwood City hospital.
A nurse suffered crushing injuries after she became pinned between a hospital bed and an MRI machine at Kaiser Permanente's Redwood City hospital.
What you need to know about a possible new cure for sickle cell disease
On Tuesday, advisers to the Food and Drug Administration will review a gene therapy for the inherited blood disorder, which mostly affects Black people in the U.S.
On Tuesday, advisers to the Food and Drug Administration will review a gene therapy for the inherited blood disorder, which mostly affects Black people in the U.S.
Be careful meal prepping rice or pasta, the internet is freaking out over this cautionary tale
A TikTok went viral recounting the 2008 death of a 20-year-old caused by leftover pasta and a bacteria referred to as "fried rice syndrome."
A TikTok went viral recounting the 2008 death of a 20-year-old caused by leftover pasta and a bacteria referred to as "fried rice syndrome."
Centinela Hospital's maternity ward closes
Centinela Hospital Medical Center officially closed its maternity ward Wednesday night, leaving a big hole for healthcare in Inglewood.
Centinela Hospital Medical Center officially closed its maternity ward Wednesday night, leaving a big hole for healthcare in Inglewood.
Breast cancer breakthrough: AI predicts a third of cases prior to diagnosis in mammography study
Artificial intelligence predicted one-third of breast cancer cases prior to diagnosis in a new study from Norway. Experts weigh in on how this could impact the future of cancer care.
Artificial intelligence predicted one-third of breast cancer cases prior to diagnosis in a new study from Norway. Experts weigh in on how this could impact the future of cancer care.
A third of chocolate products have 'concerning levels' of heavy metals, Consumer Reports says
The National Confectioners Association said in response that both chocolate and cocoa “are safe to eat and can be enjoyed as treats as they have been for centuries."
The National Confectioners Association said in response that both chocolate and cocoa “are safe to eat and can be enjoyed as treats as they have been for centuries."
LA City Council moves to end COVID vaccine mandate for city employees
The move is meant to align with LA County and the LAUSD, which have already removed their vaccine requirements.
The move is meant to align with LA County and the LAUSD, which have already removed their vaccine requirements.
Study: Mediterranean diet could help burn belly fat, muscle loss caused by aging
Combining the diet with exercise can cause 'clinically meaningful' changes in body composition, research shows
Combining the diet with exercise can cause 'clinically meaningful' changes in body composition, research shows
CDC issues alert over high RSV vaccine demand
RSV is a cold-like nuisance for most people, and not as well-known as the flu but packs hospitals every winter.
RSV is a cold-like nuisance for most people, and not as well-known as the flu but packs hospitals every winter.
Mary Lou Retton leaves hospital after life-threatening health scare: ‘Mom is home’
The former Olympic gymnast returned home after her battle with a rare form of pneumonia.
The former Olympic gymnast returned home after her battle with a rare form of pneumonia.
Injuries in marching band are as common as in other sports, experts say
Band members most often presented with ankle and knee injuries, but 6% of injuries are reported as mild head trauma, the American Academy of Pediatrics reports.
Band members most often presented with ankle and knee injuries, but 6% of injuries are reported as mild head trauma, the American Academy of Pediatrics reports.
University of Utah gymnast retires amid alleged 'verbal and emotional abuse' from coach
A member of the University of Utah women's gymnastics team announced her retirement from the sport and withdrawal from the school on Friday.
A member of the University of Utah women's gymnastics team announced her retirement from the sport and withdrawal from the school on Friday.
Pasadena reports case of Dengue virus
It's the first known case in California to occur in a person who hadn't recently traveled.
It's the first known case in California to occur in a person who hadn't recently traveled.