The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has confirmed the first death due to West Nile virus for the 2024 mosquito season in Los Angeles County. The patient, a […]
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Flu Vaccine Now Available at Cedars-Sinai; Experts Urge Vaccination Now
Back to school, cooler weather, a whiff of pumpkin spice in the air. Yes, it’s flu shot time. Flu shots are available now at Cedars-Sinai medical offices – even as […]
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Celebrating the Holidays the Heart-Smart Way
The holidays are here, and the American Heart Association is offering tips to stay healthy and well during this special time of year. Celebrate in Moderation The holidays are all […]
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The Kids are Home for the Holidays, How’s Their Mental Health?
By Dr. Archana Dubey, Chief Medical OfficerUnited Healthcare of California With the holiday season here, students across the country are wrapping up their papers and exams for a long holiday […]
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Extra Pounds Put Kids at Higher Risk for Hypertension
A Kaiser Permanente study of more than 800,000 young people between the ages of 3 and 17 showed that youth in the upper range of average weight had a 26% […]
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Losing Weight for Better Health is a Journey with Many Ups and Downs, But the Rewards are Indisputable
For many people, losing weight can be a struggle, as shedding those extra pounds can be as challenging as climbing Mount Everest. However, with Jan. 15-21 designated as National Healthy […]
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Seniors Still Urged to Boost Despite Possible Risk for Stroke from Pfizer COVID-19 Booster
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a joint statement Jan. 13 regarding a possible link between Pfizer’s COVID-19 booster shot […]
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Cervical Cancer is Highly Preventable Through Vaccination and Regular Screenings
Each year, more than 12,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with cervical cancer. However, cervical cancer can be largely prevented and cured if diagnosed early. Cervical cancer was […]
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10 Health Resolutions Doctors Encourage You to Make Today
(StatePoint) The New Year represents a fresh start and is the perfect time to invest in your health. However, you may be unsure what resolutions will have the biggest impact. […]
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Tobacco-Free ‘23: Three Reasons Why This is the Year for California Residents to Quit Tobacco For Good
While tobacco use has been declining for decades, 8.9% of California residents still smoke, and tobacco is the leading cause of death and disease in the state. Through the new […]