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New Study Finds Ultra-Processed Foods May Raise Colon Cancer Risk in Younger Adults by 45% New Study Finds Ultra-Processed Foods May Raise Colon Cancer Risk in Younger Adults by 45%
cancer July 8, 2026

New Study Finds Ultra-Processed Foods May Raise Colon Cancer Risk in Younger Adults by 45%

A major JAMA Oncology study links diets heavy in ultra-processed foods to ... 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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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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More Teens Are Turning to AI for Mental Health Support. What California Parents Should Know More Teens Are Turning to AI for Mental Health Support. What California Parents Should Know
Health July 3, 2026

More Teens Are Turning to AI for Mental Health Support. What California Parents Should Know

New research shows that many teenagers are seeking emotional support from AI ... more

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A 5-Minute Walk Every Hour Could Be One of the Simplest Ways to Boost Your Health, Study Finds A 5-Minute Walk Every Hour Could Be One of the Simplest Ways to Boost Your Health, Study Finds
Health July 2, 2026

A 5-Minute Walk Every Hour Could Be One of the Simplest Ways to Boost Your Health, Study Finds

New research suggests that short hourly walks reduce fatigue, improve mood, and ... more

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Medicare Begins Covering Weight-Loss Medications: Who Qualifies and How the New Program Will Work Medicare Begins Covering Weight-Loss Medications: Who Qualifies and How the New Program Will Work
Health July 1, 2026

Medicare Begins Covering Weight-Loss Medications: Who Qualifies and How the New Program Will Work

A new Medicare pilot program opens access to popular weight-loss medications for ... more

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Supreme Court Ruling Could Lower Prescription Drug Costs by Protecting Generic Competition Supreme Court Ruling Could Lower Prescription Drug Costs by Protecting Generic Competition
Health Cover Story July 1, 2026

Supreme Court Ruling Could Lower Prescription Drug Costs by Protecting Generic Competition

The unanimous decision protects a long-standing FDA pathway that allows generic drugmakers ... more

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New Mobile Health Clinic Brings Medical Care to Boyle Heights Families After Fire New Mobile Health Clinic Brings Medical Care to Boyle Heights Families After Fire
Cover Story July 1, 2026

New Mobile Health Clinic Brings Medical Care to Boyle Heights Families After Fire

Clínica Romero's new Mobile Health Clinic will begin serving residents, workers, and ... more

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How Menopause Can Change a Marriage and What Couples Can Do to Stay Connected How Menopause Can Change a Marriage and What Couples Can Do to Stay Connected
Health June 29, 2026

How Menopause Can Change a Marriage and What Couples Can Do to Stay Connected

Hormonal changes during menopause can affect mood, sleep, intimacy, and communication, but ... 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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New Breast Cancer Drugs Are Changing Treatment. Here’s When They May Work Better Than Chemotherapy New Breast Cancer Drugs Are Changing Treatment. Here’s When They May Work Better Than Chemotherapy
cancer June 25, 2026

New Breast Cancer Drugs Are Changing Treatment. Here’s When They May Work Better Than Chemotherapy

Precision medicines are helping some breast cancer patients live longer with fewer ... 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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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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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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God Sent Me Here A Counselor’s Journey from Survival to Service God Sent Me Here A Counselor’s Journey from Survival to Service
Health June 16, 2026

God Sent Me Here A Counselor’s Journey from Survival to Service

Sam Pollien has lived through some of the darkest strata of life. From ... more

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Summer Is Here: How Seriously Should Latinos Take Skin Cancer? More Than Many People Realize Summer Is Here: How Seriously Should Latinos Take Skin Cancer? More Than Many People Realize
Health June 15, 2026

Summer Is Here: How Seriously Should Latinos Take Skin Cancer? More Than Many People Realize

Latinos develop skin cancer less often than White Americans, but they are ... more

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US Overdose Deaths Fell for a Second Year, but New Risks Are Emerging US Overdose Deaths Fell for a Second Year, but New Risks Are Emerging
Health June 12, 2026

US Overdose Deaths Fell for a Second Year, but New Risks Are Emerging

Drug overdoses dramatically increased over the last two decades, with the number ... more

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