Category: Health
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U.S. Drug Overdose Deaths Are Falling, but Fentanyl Still Devastates Latino and California Communities U.S. Drug Overdose Deaths Are Falling, but Fentanyl Still Devastates Latino and California Communities
Health May 26, 2026

U.S. Drug Overdose Deaths Are Falling, but Fentanyl Still Devastates Latino and California Communities

New federal data shows overdose deaths declining nationwide, but synthetic opioids like ... more

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Breakthrough Cancer Treatments are Here But Gaps Remain for Latino Patients Breakthrough Cancer Treatments are Here But Gaps Remain for Latino Patients
Health April 20, 2026

Breakthrough Cancer Treatments are Here But Gaps Remain for Latino Patients

Pancreatic cancer breakthroughs 2026 are extending survival, but low Latino participation in ... more

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Breathing Exercises for Stress Relief: Science Says 5 Minutes a Day Can Calm Your Mind Breathing Exercises for Stress Relief: Science Says 5 Minutes a Day Can Calm Your Mind
Health May 8, 2026

Breathing Exercises for Stress Relief: Science Says 5 Minutes a Day Can Calm Your Mind

As stress rises for working families across California, research shows slow breathing ... more

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Rising Risks Behind Declining Teen Drug Use in Los Angeles Rising Risks Behind Declining Teen Drug Use in Los Angeles
Health July 6, 2026

Rising Risks Behind Declining Teen Drug Use in Los Angeles

Vaping remains the most common substance used by Los Angeles teens, while ... more

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New Colon Cancer Screening Options Could Help More Latino Californians Get Tested Without a Colonoscopy New Colon Cancer Screening Options Could Help More Latino Californians Get Tested Without a Colonoscopy
Health May 27, 2026

New Colon Cancer Screening Options Could Help More Latino Californians Get Tested Without a Colonoscopy

The American Cancer Society’s new guidelines add blood-based and expanded at-home testing ... more

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Yes, Men Can Get Postpartum Depression. About 1 in 10 New Fathers Experience It Yes, Men Can Get Postpartum Depression. About 1 in 10 New Fathers Experience It
Health June 17, 2026

Yes, Men Can Get Postpartum Depression. About 1 in 10 New Fathers Experience It

Experts say paternal postpartum depression affects millions of fathers worldwide, yet many ... more

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Can’t Afford Health Insurance? Here’s What Californians Should Know Before Skipping Medical Care Can’t Afford Health Insurance? Here’s What Californians Should Know Before Skipping Medical Care
Health Cover Story June 26, 2026

Can’t Afford Health Insurance? Here’s What Californians Should Know Before Skipping Medical Care

As federal subsidies expire, more California families are facing higher premiums or ... more

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Major Study Finds Two-Way Link Between Premenstrual Disorders and Mental Health Conditions Major Study Finds Two-Way Link Between Premenstrual Disorders and Mental Health Conditions
Health May 11, 2026

Major Study Finds Two-Way Link Between Premenstrual Disorders and Mental Health Conditions

A new JAMA study found a two-way link between premenstrual disorders and ... more

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Why You May Not Feel Thirsty During Los Angeles’ Hot Weather, and Why It Still Matters Why You May Not Feel Thirsty During Los Angeles’ Hot Weather, and Why It Still Matters
Health July 6, 2026

Why You May Not Feel Thirsty During Los Angeles’ Hot Weather, and Why It Still Matters

Even as temperatures climb across Los Angeles this week, many people still ... more

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Sleep Apnea Is Hitting Latino Families Harder Than Many Realize, Major NIH Study Finds Sleep Apnea Is Hitting Latino Families Harder Than Many Realize, Major NIH Study Finds
Health May 28, 2026

Sleep Apnea Is Hitting Latino Families Harder Than Many Realize, Major NIH Study Finds

Researchers say millions of Latinos may be living with undiagnosed sleep apnea ... more

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Smoking Doesn’t Just Harm Your Lungs. It Can Damage Your Sex Life, Fertility, and Intimacy Smoking Doesn’t Just Harm Your Lungs. It Can Damage Your Sex Life, Fertility, and Intimacy
Health June 19, 2026

Smoking Doesn’t Just Harm Your Lungs. It Can Damage Your Sex Life, Fertility, and Intimacy

Research shows smoking can reduce sexual performance, increase infertility risks, and affect ... more

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Latino Men Face Higher Risk of Advanced Prostate Cancer. A New PROTEUS Trial  Offers Hope Latino Men Face Higher Risk of Advanced Prostate Cancer. A New PROTEUS Trial  Offers Hope
Health May 31, 2026

Latino Men Face Higher Risk of Advanced Prostate Cancer. A New PROTEUS Trial Offers Hope

A major international study found that adding apalutamide to hormone therapy before ... more

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New Research Links Daily Coffee Drinking to Healthier Aging and a Younger Biological Age New Research Links Daily Coffee Drinking to Healthier Aging and a Younger Biological Age
Health May 16, 2026

New Research Links Daily Coffee Drinking to Healthier Aging and a Younger Biological Age

Recent studies suggest moderate caffeinated coffee intake may support brain health, protect ... more

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Lost Your Medi-Cal Coverage? Here’s What California Families Should Do Right Now Lost Your Medi-Cal Coverage? Here’s What California Families Should Do Right Now
Health May 17, 2026

Lost Your Medi-Cal Coverage? Here’s What California Families Should Do Right Now

Renewal delays and paperwork problems are disrupting healthcare access across California, but ... more

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Cancer Deaths Are Falling, But Latino Families Face Rising Risks From Early-Onset Colon Cancer, New AACR Report Finds Cancer Deaths Are Falling, But Latino Families Face Rising Risks From Early-Onset Colon Cancer, New AACR Report Finds
cancer June 24, 2026

Cancer Deaths Are Falling, But Latino Families Face Rising Risks From Early-Onset Colon Cancer, New AACR Report Finds

While cancer survival continues to improve nationwide, researchers warn that Hispanic Americans ... more

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Trump Administration Releases Medicaid Work Requirement Rules: Who Must Comply and Who Is Exempt Trump Administration Releases Medicaid Work Requirement Rules: Who Must Comply and Who Is Exempt
Health June 1, 2026

Trump Administration Releases Medicaid Work Requirement Rules: Who Must Comply and Who Is Exempt

Federal guidance outlines work, education, training, and community service requirements for certain ... more

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