Los Angeles County Department of Public Health Archives

Tuesday, August 25, 2026

By Guest Contributor Tuesday, August 25, 2026

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LA County Health Officials issue warnings about dangerous temperatures

Southland/Weather— For Immediate Release: August 24, 2026 Extreme Heat Warning: High Temperatures Expected Across Parts of Los Angeles County The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health urges residents to take steps to stay cool and hydrated as high daytime temperatures and unusually warm overnight conditions are forecast to impact the region. Residents should check their specific neighborhood conditions […]

Friday, August 21, 2026

By Guest Contributor Friday, August 21, 2026

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Los Angeles County health officials report first West Nile virus death of 2026

Southland/Health— For Immediate Release: August 20, 2026 First West Nile Virus Death of 2026 Reported in LA County – Public Health Urges Residents to Take Steps to Prevent the Spread of Mosquito-Borne Illness The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has confirmed the first local death due to West Nile virus for the 2026 mosquito season. A resident of […]

Saturday, August 8, 2026

By Guest Contributor Saturday, August 8, 2026

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Hot temperatures this weekend, and some beach warnings

Southland/Beaches— Hot and humid weather conditions this weekend. There are heat warnings and advisories as well. Big crowds hdeaded to the beaches for some relief. However, there are warning for some coastal areas from the Los Angeles County Department of Health. For Immediate Release: August 07, 2026 Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches The Los […]

Saturday, July 25, 2026

By Guest Contributor Saturday, July 25, 2026

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Los Angeles County Dept of Public Health issues beach warnings

Southland/Beach Warnings— July 23, 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 AREA WARNINGS: The warning […]

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 […]

Thursday, May 22, 2025

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, May 22, 2025

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Medical debt relief coming for thousands of Los Angeles County residents

More than 134,000 Los Angeles County residents with heavy medical debt will receive a special notice in the mail this week. The notice declares the recipient’s medical debt has been erased or retired. This is the first wave of a new program. Last December, the county joined forces with the national non-profit Undue Medical Debt to launch the medical […]

Tuesday, May 6, 2025

By Guest Contributor Tuesday, May 6, 2025

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Health officials declare hepatitis A outbreak in Los Angeles County

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Monday, April 28, 2025

By Fronnie Lewis Monday, April 28, 2025

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A new case of measles in Los Angeles County

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is investigating a new case of measles. The case involves a Los Angeles County resident who recently returned from a visit to Texas. Since the outbreak of the disease in the U.S. this year, there have been 646 confirmed cases reported by the Texas Department of State Health Services. Two unvaccinated […]

Thursday, December 26, 2024

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, December 26, 2024

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Los Angeles County health officials announce first case of H5 bird flu in an adult

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health recently confirmed a human case of H5 bird flu in an adult. The person involved was exposed to livestock infected with H5 Bird flu at a worksite. Officials say the victim experienced mild symptoms and has been treated with antiviral medications. This is the first human case of H5 bird flu […]