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PDH Underscores Importance of Contact Tracing as Spread of COVID-19 Continues
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (PDH) confirmed 21 new deaths and 1,324 new cases of COVID-19 on Oct. 2. At press time, the department had identified 275,856 […]
6 Tips On Discussing Your Mental Health Issues With Your Friends
Do you have a difficult time explaining your mental health issues to your family and friends? If so, here are six suggestions on how to discuss your mental health issues […]
Seniors: Get Your Flu Shot This Fall – It’s Important!
Getting vaccinated for the flu this fall is more important than ever. Not only will a flu shot help keep you and your family healthy, it can help reduce the […]
Patients Urged To Re-Schedule Missed Cancer Screenings
By Brad Bott As Covid-19 cases decline again in Southern California, doctors are relieved to see patients resuming routine cancer screenings but continue to urge people to schedule those […]
Judge Orders DHS to Release Records Regarding COVID-19 Outbreaks
LOS ANGELES (CNS) —A Los Angeles federal judge has ordered the US Department of Homeland Security to release records regarding COVID-19 outbreaks at immigration detention centers and Border Patrol stations […]
How To Help A Friend Or Relative With Their Anxieties And Depression
Do you know a friend or loved one who suffers from fear, anxiety, and depression and do not know what to do? It can be frustrating to watch someone you […]
New Cancer Diagnosis Options for People with Medicare
Each year, more than 250,000 women in the United States learn that they have breast cancer, and more than 20,000 find out they have ovarian cancer. While most of these […]
Mixing Apples, Oranges and Kumquats
Q: In a recent column, you said that someone’s Social Security check might go down if they are still working while getting Social Security checks. You must be talking about […]
Managing Your Mental Health During These Stressful & Challenging Times
Do you find yourself overwhelmed by fear, anxiety, and uncertainty during these fearful times? People are losing their jobs. Many individuals are struggling with loneliness and fear of the unknown. […]