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1 in 10 Americans rarely or never drive a car 1 in 10 Americans rarely or never drive a car
Culture November 18, 2024

1 in 10 Americans rarely or never drive a car

Driving is deeply ingrained in American culture. Most U.S. households have access ... more

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The heat is rising, and UCLA research is helping L.A. answer The heat is rising, and UCLA research is helping L.A. answer
Climate Change August 18, 2023

The heat is rising, and UCLA research is helping L.A. answer

As Southern California braces for more heat waves this summer, the city ... more

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Sport Programs are More Important than Ever for Kids’ Mental Health Sport Programs are More Important than Ever for Kids’ Mental Health
Mental Health May 23, 2023

Sport Programs are More Important than Ever for Kids’ Mental Health

The COVID-19 pandemic has been harmful to kids’ mental health, but participation ... more

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Newsom Ends Legislative Session with Landmark Climate and Energy Reforms Newsom Ends Legislative Session with Landmark Climate and Energy Reforms
Climate Change September 16, 2025

Newsom Ends Legislative Session with Landmark Climate and Energy Reforms

Gov. Gavin Newsom closed out the legislative year with one of the ... more

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Many Fear the Art of Doing Nothing Many Fear the Art of Doing Nothing
Mental Health July 3, 2023

Many Fear the Art of Doing Nothing

Doing nothing, just glancing at the horizon while the waves of the ... more

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Homelessness is linked to a higher risk of death from COVID Homelessness is linked to a higher risk of death from COVID
COVID December 19, 2022

Homelessness is linked to a higher risk of death from COVID

People experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles County who contract COVID-19 are more ... more

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More people are pessimistic than optimistic about the future of the family More people are pessimistic than optimistic about the future of the family
Mental Health September 16, 2023

More people are pessimistic than optimistic about the future of the family

Trends in marriage and fertility along with shifting social norms and important ... more

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Nearly 1 in 3 Latinx Medi-Cal Members Dropped from Coverage in First Month of Redeterminations Nearly 1 in 3 Latinx Medi-Cal Members Dropped from Coverage in First Month of Redeterminations
Healthcare September 24, 2023

Nearly 1 in 3 Latinx Medi-Cal Members Dropped from Coverage in First Month of Redeterminations

The Department of Health Care Services released data this week on the ... more

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81% of Americans said divorce is morally acceptable 81% of Americans said divorce is morally acceptable
Mental Health January 28, 2024

81% of Americans said divorce is morally acceptable

Divorce has become a major life milestone replete with specialized parties, large ... more

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Fire smoke linked to asthma episodes in kids Fire smoke linked to asthma episodes in kids
Healthcare September 12, 2024

Fire smoke linked to asthma episodes in kids

Smoke from a massive 2018 California wildfire worsened asthma symptoms among Latino ... more

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Future surge in diabetes could dramatically impact people under 20 in U.S. Future surge in diabetes could dramatically impact people under 20 in U.S.
Health December 30, 2022

Future surge in diabetes could dramatically impact people under 20 in U.S.

The number of young people under age 20 with diabetes in the ... more

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The Alarm Over Social Media Is Getting Through to Teens The Alarm Over Social Media Is Getting Through to Teens
Mental Health April 23, 2025

The Alarm Over Social Media Is Getting Through to Teens

Rising rates of poor mental health among youth have been called a ... more

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Latinas would benefit from good nutrition to combat high blood pressure Latinas would benefit from good nutrition to combat high blood pressure
Health April 25, 2024

Latinas would benefit from good nutrition to combat high blood pressure

For pregnant Latinas, food choices could reduce the risk of preeclampsia, a ... more

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92% of attendees feel safe at Park After Dark L.A. County program 92% of attendees feel safe at Park After Dark L.A. County program
LA August 15, 2023

92% of attendees feel safe at Park After Dark L.A. County program

Ninety-two percent of people who attended a Park After Dark events program ... more

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Proposed gender identification measure fails to qualify for California ballot Proposed gender identification measure fails to qualify for California ballot
LA May 30, 2024

Proposed gender identification measure fails to qualify for California ballot

Californians won't be voting this November on a policy that would have ... more

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FDA Approves a Breakthrough Implantable Treatment for Diabetic Vision Problems FDA Approves a Breakthrough Implantable Treatment for Diabetic Vision Problems
Health March 5, 2025

FDA Approves a Breakthrough Implantable Treatment for Diabetic Vision Problems

Diabetic macular edema (DME) affects about 750,000 people in the United States ... more

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Another storm to hit Southern California on Wednesday Another storm to hit Southern California on Wednesday
LA March 3, 2025

Another storm to hit Southern California on Wednesday

As rain slows to a halt across Southern California in the early ... more

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Why Latino Families Should Prioritize Vaccination in the First 1,000 Days of Life Why Latino Families Should Prioritize Vaccination in the First 1,000 Days of Life
Health April 30, 2025

Why Latino Families Should Prioritize Vaccination in the First 1,000 Days of Life

Protecting babies through maternal immunization can prevent lifelong illness, hospitalization, and even ... more