Los Angeles County Health Department Warns Against Water Activities at Several Beaches Due to Elevated Bacterial Levels
LA County Dept. of Public Health warns against water activities at certain beaches due to high bacterial levels, including Santa Monica and Malibu, and provides a hotline and website for updates.
California Governor Newsom Unveils PHNIX with Former CDC Officials to Reinforce State's Public Health Innovations
California Governor Gavin Newsom initiated the Public Health Network Innovation Exchange (PHNIX) with help from ex-CDC officials, aiming to enhance the state's public health infrastructure and innovation.
California Health Authorities Warn Against Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Vega Farms Eggs; Recall Underway
The CDPH has linked Vega Farms eggs to an outbreak of Salmonella, causing 63 cases and 13 hospitalizations but no deaths. A recall is underway, and consumers are advised to dispose of the eggs.
West Coast Health Alliance Advocates for Universal Newborn Hepatitis B Vaccinations Against Federal Advice
The West Coast Health Alliance opposes the ACIP's recommendation to end universal hepatitis B vaccinations for newborns, emphasizing the vaccine's effectiveness and criticising increased costs and health risks from delaying vaccination.
Los Angeles County Health Officials Issue Beach Water Quality Warnings; Certain LA Beach Areas Advised Against Swimming and Surfing
LA County health officials advise avoiding ocean activities at certain beaches due to high bacteria levels, listing specific areas to steer clear of and providing a hotline and website for updates. Some locations, however, have been cleared as safe.
Long Beach Health Department Reasserts Vaccine Safety Amid CDC's Autism Link Ambiguity
Long Beach Health Department reaffirms vaccine safety, emphasizing vaccines don't cause autism, despite CDC website changes causing confusion. They cite extensive research and renew their commitment to evidence-based information.












