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Friday, October 23, 2026

By Guest Contributor Friday, October 23, 2026

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Second rabid raccoon discovered in Los Angeles County

Health/Southland— For Immediate Release: October 23, 2026 Second Rabid Raccoon Detected in LA County – Public Health reminds everyone to never touch wild animals and ensure pets are up to date on vaccines The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is investigating a second rabies-positive raccoon found in the Westlake Village area of Los Angeles County. Earlier […]

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

By Guest Contributor Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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Medicare misconceptions to be aware of during open enrollment period

USA/Health— (StatePoint) Each fall, the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) for Medicare, which runs from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7, is an opportunity for people eligible for Medicare to choose the health plan that will work best for them in the coming year. While Original Medicare provides broad coverage, there are some services that aren’t covered, including many that people […]

Monday, October 12, 2026

By Public News Service Monday, October 12, 2026

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Many Californians facing big changes during Medicare open enrollment period

Health/Medicare in CA— By Suzanne Potter, producer, California News Service, bureau of Public News Service. Tens of thousands of Californians are going to have to choose a new individual Medicare Advantage plan once open enrollment for Medicare starts Oct. 15, because multiple companies are dropping plans in the state for 2027. Sharp Healthcare, UnitedHealthcare, Humana and Aetna have […]

Monday, October 5, 2026

By Guest Contributor Monday, October 5, 2026

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Beach warnings for Los Angeles County

Southland/Los Angleles County beaches— For Immediate Release: October 05, 2026 Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health advises the public to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters at the following Los Angeles County beaches due to elevated bacteria levels that exceed state health standards: BEACH […]

Sunday, October 4, 2026

By Guest Contributor Sunday, October 4, 2026

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Tips for managing high blood pressure

Health/Blood pressure— (StatePoint) As you age, there’s a pretty good chance you’ll eventually develop high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. In fact, according to one study, about 60% of people get hypertension by the time they reach age 60. Fortunately, high blood pressure is highly treatable and manageable through a combination of lifestyle changes and, when necessary, medication. Unfortunately, […]

Saturday, September 19, 2026

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, September 19, 2026

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Los Angeles County health officials investigating new measles case

Southland/Measles— The Los Angeles County Department of Health is investigating another measles case. This case involves a visitor who traveled by train and bus in the Southland. Also, the person reportedly was contagious while visiting at least one public location in Los Angeles County. Health officials say anyone who was in the following locations on these dates may have […]

Monday, September 14, 2026

By Guest Contributor Monday, September 14, 2026

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What you should know about the RSV virus

Health/RSV virus — (StatePoint) Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is a common respiratory virus that can infect people of all ages. While most people develop mild symptoms, for some, including older adults, it can develop into severe illness. Each year in the United States, up to 180,000 older adults are hospitalized due to RSV. Age, underlying medical conditions and […]

Wednesday, September 9, 2026

By Public News Service Wednesday, September 9, 2026

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HIV stigmas persist despite advancements in treatment and prevention

USA/HIV— By Zamone Perez, producer, Alabama News Service, bureau of Public News Service. Despite major strides in HIV treatment and prevention, a new report shows a large portion of the country lacks awareness of these medical advances. The “State of HIV Stigma” report by the Los Angeles-based LGBTQ+ rights organization GLAAD found that fewer Americans feel comfortable around family […]

Sunday, September 6, 2026

By Public News Service Sunday, September 6, 2026

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Spaceflight research could help cure diseases back on Earth

Sunday Feature/Curing Diseases— By Mike Moran, producer, Iowa News Service, bureau of Public News Service. Kinesiology researchers in Iowa are studying how space travel affects astronaut muscle atrophy and using that knowledge to treat neuromuscular diseases on Earth. Despite taking measures to counteract atrophy, an astronaut can lose as much as 20% of muscle mass on short spaceflights […]