LA General Medical Center earned Magnet® status for nursing excellence, affirming its commitment to top-tier care and innovation in the nursing field.

Mosquito samples and a dead bird in Orange County, California, have tested positive for West Nile virus, prompting increased local mosquito surveillance and public warnings to take preventative measures.

California's Department of Public Health emphasizes the importance of vaccinations for children ahead of the new school year, stressing their role in preventing disease outbreaks like the recent rise in measles cases.

Officials in Los Angeles warn of a public health crisis due to the defunding of Planned Parenthood, with potential clinic closures impacting healthcare access.

The LA County Department of Public Health won 20 National Achievement Awards for its innovative health initiatives, with programs like Avian Flu surveillance, mobile medical services, and environmental justice.

L.A. County health officials decry a federal policy barring undocumented Californians from certain health services, warning of negative public health impacts.

LA County issued water quality warnings for certain beaches, advising against swimming near certain piers and drains due to high bacteria levels. Warnings at other locations have been lifted.

LA County warns beachgoers about high bacterial levels at certain beaches, advising against water activities in these areas. Avalon Beach advisories have been lifted.

LA Public Health issued warnings for elevated bacteria levels at several local beaches, advising against swimming at high-traffic spots like Avalon Beach and Santa Monica Pier. Some areas received clearance after new tests met state standards.

Los Angeles County beaches have warnings due to high bacteria levels, impacting water activities. Specific areas near Topanga Canyon Lagoon and Mothers Beach are affected, while some spots on Catalina Island are clear for swimming.

LA County warns of high bacterial levels at several beaches, advising the public to avoid water activities at specific locations and providing resources for updates on water quality.

Los Angeles County Department of Public Health advises against swimming at several beaches due to high bacterial levels. Venice Beach's Windward area is cleared, but precautions remain at others.

The LA County Dept of Public Health warns against high bacterial levels at certain beaches, advising against contact with water near specified areas. Some advisories have been lifted where water quality meets standards.