First death from West Nile virus confirmed in Los Angeles County as studies show drought may increase risk
The first recorded death from West Nile virus this year in Los Angeles County was confirmed Friday by the Los…
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State law to ban some ultra-processed foods in school meals
It's just after 9:30 a.m. on a recent weekday, and hairnet-wearing workers in the Alhambra Unified School District's central production…
The case of the California plague that is believed to be caused by Lake South Tahoe Flea
A resident of South Lake Tahoe has tested positive for the plague, yes, the same disease transmitted by pests that…
Column: Kennedy's hypocritical approach for public health puts us all at risk
Here is a new definition of Chutzpah: attend the funeral of a non -vaccinated child who died of measles after…
Why the FDA allows so many chemicals in the United States food supply.
THE FOOD AND MEDICINE ADMINISTRATION OF USA. Regulates food and health -related products to ensure that they are safe for…
Dozens get sick after LA Times 101 Best Restaurants event
Health officials are investigating a possible norovirus outbreak after dozens of people fell ill after eating raw oysters at the…
Quincy Jones died of pancreatic cancer, report says
Music legend Quincy Jones died earlier this month, reportedly from pancreatic cancer. The 28-time Grammy winner's cause of death was…
As bird flu outbreaks increase, piles of dead livestock seen in the Central Valley
TIPTON, California— There is a disease hanging over Tulare County's dairy industry. On a recent 98-degree afternoon, dead cows and…
Mosquito-borne dengue confirmed in Baldwin Park
Two more cases of mosquito-borne dengue virus were confirmed in Baldwin Park on Wednesday, according to the Los Angeles County…
Health officials recommend avoiding swimming at these Los Angeles County beaches
As Los Angeles County enters the peak of a scorching heat wave this week, public health officials are warning residents…