The West Coast Health Alliance defends the AAP's Immunization Schedule against the CDC's recent cuts, emphasizing the importance of evidence-based vaccine recommendations.

Los Angeles County officials closed Cabrillo Beach due to a 100,000-gallon sewage spill, warning the public to avoid the water and sand as environmental and health safety measures are taken.

Los Angeles County issued an Ocean Water Quality Rain Advisory, advising against contact with ocean water near storm drains and creeks until December 29 due to pollution risks after rainfall.

Los Angeles County has issued a swimming advisory for several beaches due to high bacterial levels, advising against ocean activities at popular spots like Santa Monica Pier and Surfrider Beach.

Senate Bill 43, expanding the definition of "gravely disabled" to include severe substance use disorders, will start impacting Los Angeles mental health care in 2026.

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 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.

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.

Cedars-Sinai specialists delivered a healthy baby boy and removed a 22-pound ovarian tumor from the mother, who had a rare abdominal ectopic pregnancy.

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.

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.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass urges residents to apply for Medi-Cal before a December 31 deadline, highlighting the connection between healthcare costs and homelessness.

Los Angeles County health officials advise against water activities at several local beaches due to high bacterial levels, while some areas like Manhattan and Hermosa Beach have been cleared.