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Saturday, December 20, 2025

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, December 20, 2025

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Beach report for Los Angeles County

Beach Warnings Winter is just a day away, but Los Angeles County is expected to see plenty of sunshine and warm temperatures this weekend. The highs are expected to be in the 60s and 70s. For those who have their Christmas shopping done, this might be a good time to head to a local beach before a round of […]

Saturday, December 6, 2025

By Guest Contributor Saturday, December 6, 2025

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Statewide advisory about poisoning from wild mushrooms

Health Alert December 5, 2025 NR25-023 State advises public not to forage for wild mushrooms during this high-risk season What You Need to Know: An outbreak of serious illness associated with eating foraged wild mushrooms has been reported. CDPH is urging individuals to avoid foraging for and eating wild mushrooms while risk of amatoxin poisoning is high. SACRAMENTO – The […]

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

By Public News Service Tuesday, November 25, 2025

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Medicare costs rising in CA and across the country

Suzanne Potter, producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. The federal government just announced 2026 Medicare cost increases. Medicare Part B premiums are going up almost 9.7%, or about $18 a month, which will eat up part of next year’s annual Social Security cost-of-living adjustment. In addition, the deductible for a hospital admission under Medicare Part […]

Sunday, November 23, 2025

By Guest Contributor Sunday, November 23, 2025

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Tips for staying healthy during the holiday season

(StatePoint) The holiday season is a joyous time to reconnect with family and friends, but it can also throw your wellness routines out of alignment. Doctors advise prioritizing healthy choices now so you can start 2026 feeling your best. “Amid the hustle and bustle of the holidays, it’s easy to lose sight of our well-being, overindulge in food and […]

Friday, October 31, 2025

By Public News Service Friday, October 31, 2025

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Tips for getting the best results during open enrollment for health insurance plans

Suzanne Potter, producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Many Californians are narrowing their choices of health insurance plans, just in time for open enrollment, and experts offer recommendations to help avoid missteps. A new survey shows 43% of people say they regret a health care decision they made after being misled by inaccurate information. Dr. Rhonda […]

Friday, September 26, 2025

By Public News Service Friday, September 26, 2025

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Watch out for deceptive Medicare offers

Suzanne Potter, producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Experts on Medicare are warning of an onslaught of deceptive ads targeting older adults, as many prepare for the upcoming Medicare open enrollment period. Californians are getting lots of calls and postcards for Medicare Advantage plans. Many promise incentives, such as gift cards, or offer benefits […]

Wednesday, September 3, 2025

By Public News Service Wednesday, September 3, 2025

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Medical equipment scams target older Californians

Suzanne Potter, producer/reporter, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Scams involving false claims for medical equipment are spreading across California, according to experts in Medicare fraud. Sometimes scammers offer free equipment in exchange for your Medicare number, even if you do not need it. They bill Medicare and potentially get paid. Carolina Oehler, program specialist […]

Wednesday, June 4, 2025

By Public News Service Wednesday, June 4, 2025

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Watch out for Medicare scams

Suzanne Potter, producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Medicare loses $60 billion to $80 billion a year to fraud, and this year, for Medicare Fraud Prevention Week, your local Senior Medicare Patrol has good advice on how to spot a con. There are plenty of scams to be aware of. Karen Joy Fletcher, communications director with […]

Tuesday, May 27, 2025

By Public News Service Tuesday, May 27, 2025

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Alcohol abuse a growing problem among women

Suzanne Potter, producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. As Women’s Health Month winds down, experts in alcohol abuse are speaking out about an increase in binge drinking among women over the past five years. A recent study from the Journal of the American Medical Association found that women are now binge drinking more than […]