Tag: Public health
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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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Why Mental Health Screenings in Spanish Could Help More Families Get Care Earlier Why Mental Health Screenings in Spanish Could Help More Families Get Care Earlier
Health August 1, 2026

Why Mental Health Screenings in Spanish Could Help More Families Get Care Earlier

New research suggests that improving mental health screening in Spanish could help ... more

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Why Latino Kids Are Drowning at Higher Rates: Historical Trends, Risk Factors, and What Families Can Do Why Latino Kids Are Drowning at Higher Rates: Historical Trends, Risk Factors, and What Families Can Do
Latinos July 19, 2026

Why Latino Kids Are Drowning at Higher Rates: Historical Trends, Risk Factors, and What Families Can Do

Experts say swimming lessons, active supervision and water safety education can save ... more

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Why Extreme Heat Can Make You More Irritable, Anxious, and Angry, According to Science Why Extreme Heat Can Make You More Irritable, Anxious, and Angry, According to Science
Health July 9, 2026

Why Extreme Heat Can Make You More Irritable, Anxious, and Angry, According to Science

Research shows that extreme heat can increase stress, worsen anxiety and depression, ... more

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Why Boyle Heights Residents Need a Health Record, Not Just a Memory Why Boyle Heights Residents Need a Health Record, Not Just a Memory
Health July 23, 2026

Why Boyle Heights Residents Need a Health Record, Not Just a Memory

Medical experts say documenting smoke exposure, monitoring symptoms, and maintaining environmental records ... more

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When Fear Keeps People From the ER, Los Angeles Has More Than an Immigration Problem When Fear Keeps People From the ER, Los Angeles Has More Than an Immigration Problem
Health October 5, 2026

When Fear Keeps People From the ER, Los Angeles Has More Than an Immigration Problem

A new USC study found emergency-room visits by foreign-born patients fell more ... more

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What Happens After You Quit Smoking? Science Shows Your Body Begins Repairing Itself What Happens After You Quit Smoking? Science Shows Your Body Begins Repairing Itself
Health July 24, 2026

What Happens After You Quit Smoking? Science Shows Your Body Begins Repairing Itself

New research reveals the remarkable ways the lungs, heart, and blood vessels ... more

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What ‘Sana Sana’ Really Means: How Latino Healing Traditions Are Shaping Modern Health What ‘Sana Sana’ Really Means: How Latino Healing Traditions Are Shaping Modern Health
Health July 22, 2026

What ‘Sana Sana’ Really Means: How Latino Healing Traditions Are Shaping Modern Health

From family conversations and herbal remedies to modern mental health care, researchers ... more

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West Nile reaches 100 cases in L.A. County: What residents should know now West Nile reaches 100 cases in L.A. County: What residents should know now
California September 22, 2026

West Nile reaches 100 cases in L.A. County: What residents should know now

Los Angeles County has reported 100 West Nile virus infections and five ... more

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Two Foodborne Outbreaks Are Triggering Food Recalls and Restaurant Changes. What California Consumers Need to Know Two Foodborne Outbreaks Are Triggering Food Recalls and Restaurant Changes. What California Consumers Need to Know
California August 9, 2026

Two Foodborne Outbreaks Are Triggering Food Recalls and Restaurant Changes. What California Consumers Need to Know

Cyclospora-linked lettuce and Salmonella-linked jalapeños have prompted recalls, ingredient changes and new ... more

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Two Everyday Drinks Are Under the Cancer Microscope. What Latino Families Should Know Two Everyday Drinks Are Under the Cancer Microscope. What Latino Families Should Know
Health September 5, 2026

Two Everyday Drinks Are Under the Cancer Microscope. What Latino Families Should Know

New research links daily sugary-drink consumption with higher stomach-cancer risk and shows ... more

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Trump Changed the Childhood Vaccine Schedule. What California Parents Need to Know Trump Changed the Childhood Vaccine Schedule. What California Parents Need to Know
Health August 10, 2026

Trump Changed the Childhood Vaccine Schedule. What California Parents Need to Know

The White House is calling for fewer routine childhood immunizations and separate ... more

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Trump Administration Defers $867 Million in California Medicaid Payments. What Medi-Cal Families Need to Know Trump Administration Defers $867 Million in California Medicaid Payments. What Medi-Cal Families Need to Know
Health July 22, 2026

Trump Administration Defers $867 Million in California Medicaid Payments. What Medi-Cal Families Need to Know

California's Medi-Cal program remains active after the federal government delayed $867 million ... more

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Think That Energy Drink Will Help in the Heat? It Could Leave You More Dehydrated Think That Energy Drink Will Help in the Heat? It Could Leave You More Dehydrated
Health July 31, 2026

Think That Energy Drink Will Help in the Heat? It Could Leave You More Dehydrated

Energy drinks, alcohol, sugary sodas and salty foods may increase your body's ... more

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The Most Dangerous Time for New Mothers Isn’t Childbirth. It’s the Year After. The Most Dangerous Time for New Mothers Isn’t Childbirth. It’s the Year After.
Health August 7, 2026

The Most Dangerous Time for New Mothers Isn’t Childbirth. It’s the Year After.

Most pregnancy-related deaths happen after mothers leave the hospital. Here's what California ... more

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The Healthcare Language Gap: How Medical Jargon Creates Barriers for Latino Communities The Healthcare Language Gap: How Medical Jargon Creates Barriers for Latino Communities
Healthcare July 13, 2026

The Healthcare Language Gap: How Medical Jargon Creates Barriers for Latino Communities

Medical terms like Cyclospora may be scientifically accurate, but experts say culturally ... more

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The Fear of ICE Is Keeping People From Hospitals, Schools and 911 The Fear of ICE Is Keeping People From Hospitals, Schools and 911
Immigration August 31, 2026

The Fear of ICE Is Keeping People From Hospitals, Schools and 911

You do not have to be detained by immigration agents to be ... more

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