Acutely sick patients who need comprehensive inpatient care are slated to be moved to other cities in October.

Elise May launched the company after her acne cleared up while visiting Guatemala.

The New York-based outfit is coming out swinging, offering group fitness classes that use water-filled punching bags.

From famous spots to local secrets, here are five of San Francisco's top running routes.

The move is drawing objections from the SEIU and some elected officials.

The announcement marks a reversal for hospital officials, who planned to close the facility next month.

Inside Wabi Sabi Beauty, customers can detach from technology.

Instruction focuses on adults, but Sunset Jiu Jitsu will also also offer two courses for kids.

Need a change of scenery? We found deals for LA, Orlando and Denver.

The new studio is the company's second outpost after opening in the Mission in 2014.

The boutique studio is expected to officially open on April 9th.

The space will offer shared personal training for up to four people, as well as chiropractor care.

After two decades, owner Birgitta Melendy is transforming her space into a wellness center.

New gym features state-of-the-art equipment, basketball and racquetball courts and a lap pool.

The annual event offers residents free health info, giveaways, and entertainment.

The hot yoga studio is moving to a new location a few blocks away with more amenities.

Four new options for strengthening your body and mind.

The new spa offers customized facials, sugaring and individualized skin care regimens.

Check out the Inner Sunset's three newest businesses, from a tropical-local cantina to a fitness studio.

Masks will also now be required in most outdoor scenarios, as well as indoors.

The new spot aims to "give you the space, techniques and community to start and grow your mindfulness practice."

A new waxing, spray tanning and eyelash service spot has opened in the neighborhood.

Customers are praising this new salon located just off Valencia Street.

If you fear commitment, this salon may not be for you.

If you're looking to get a tan without baking in the sun, head on over to Honey Glo Tan to book an appointment.

The pools at Kabuki Springs are getting a much-needed makeover after 50 years of operation.

If you seek "eyebrows on fleek," look no further than this new microblading studio.

Seeking extra relief from aches and pains? A new SoMa masseuse aims to up the relaxation with topical CBD.

Take a look at four educational or charity-focused health and wellness events happening this week in San Francisco.

Charlotte Boedec will open her first store, specializing in upscale ethical retail, on May 4th.

"Local community urban farmers have been thriving and growing fresh produce in the neighborhood."

This new studio bills itself as taking "Pilates into overdrive."

The forthcoming Duboce and Fillmore location will accept bookings starting on September 1.

"I just love the energy in [the Lower Haight]," said founder Jennifer Darwin.

The gym will close next month for a 4-to-6-month facelift.

New boutique yoga studio offers classes that are appropriate for all levels of yoga experience.

Two jiu-jitsu competitors are now offering classes at their studio.

A new spot is bringing the Lagree method of machine-based, full-body workouts to Mission Bay.

Proponents say float therapy is good for the mind and body.

A local nonprofit donated $864,000 to resurface 15 public tennis courts.

Looking to ring in the new year with a new place to get fit in San Francisco? Here's where to get your heart pumping.

"There is a serious rat invasion on the Market Street side, like dozens," noted a tipster.

The Mission-based company is behind a new salon in Hayes Valley.

The New York-based brand offers products for face, body and hair, along with fragrances and candles.

If you're curious about sound meditation, autism spectrum disorders or enhancing your social intelligence, one of these classes and workshops in SF this week may be for you.

New fitness studio boasts an intense workout with a blend of weights and cardio.

For those who find it tough to stick to IRL workouts, a new gym is fusing fitness with virtual reality.

Salem Market on Geary Street is the newest corner store to rebrand with healthier options, thanks to city support.

Take a peek inside the massive new hospital, which will employ more than 3,000 people.

A veteran barber has opened his own shop.

New fitness studio on Dublin Boulevard offers a 45-minute workout based on the Lagree Method.

From Pilates to interval training, here are the newest spots in town to get a workout in.

From sound mediation to a discussion of art in relation to one's health, here are some of the top health-related events coming your was this week.

The pharmacy chain's departure will leave two sizable retail vacancies on major city corridors.

Vulnerable populations could be at risk after potential exposure to an active measles patient who visited SF in early April.

The Governors Ball Music Festival in NYC is around the corner. Here's how to travel there on a budget for the occasion, with cheap flights, hotel deals, top restaurants and attractions.

Public defender Carmen Aguirre is taking her work in Bayview one step further, opening an affordable yoga studio designed to serve locals.

The San Francisco-based shoemaker has gained a large following in the tech community for its wool sneakers.

International Yoga Day is Friday, June 21. These are the best yoga studios in Berkeley to celebrate.

Services include manicures, pedicures and waxing, at levels from "classic" to "royal."

"It's very hard to find child-friendly things in this city," says owner Ngan Pham of her motivations for opening the studio.

A new hair stylist spot has made its debut in the neighborhood. Read on for more details.

Interested in exploring the newest businesses to open in Berkeley? Here's a list of the newest destinations to open their doors near you in the city.

Get moving with the best gym time options near you.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top dance studios in Berkeley. Here's a rundown of top businesses in the city, with ratings, photos and more.

We analyzed data from Yelp, Facebook and ClassPass to identify which studios are the most popular. Read on for the results.

Get moving with the best dance options near you.

Get moving with the best strength training options near you.

Get moving with the best Pilates options near you.

Mayor Breed announced a new timeline for reopening, but it "doesn't mean that we, unfortunately, can't pull things back if we see a surge," she said.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top massage spots around Berkeley. Here's a rundown of top businesses in the city, with ratings, photos and more.

Get moving with the best barre options near you.

Get moving with the best yoga options near you.

Get moving with the best boxing options near you.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top fitness spots around Berkeley. Here's a rundown of top businesses in the city, with ratings, photos and more.

Treat yourself with the best massage options near you.

SF's best-loved acupuncture providers specialize in a range of conditions, from anxiety to allergies to chronic pain.

Get moving with the best yoga options near you.

The Castro's first new independent pharmacy in years will focus on gay and trans' patients needs.

A new meditation center has opened its doors in the neighborhood. Read on for more details about the business and what they're offering.

The community clinic is getting a seismic upgrade, new patient rooms and an elevator. A temporary clinic will open in the neighborhood through the end of the year.

Looking for the top health and fitness deals that Berkeley has to offer? Here's a rundown of top deals in the city.

A new skin care and waxing spot has made its debut in the neighborhood. Read on for more details.

Looking for fun, entertaining events and activities to check out in San Francisco this weekend? Here are top picks with dates, times, locations and ticket links.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top acupuncture spots around Berkeley. Here's a rundown of top businesses in the city, with ratings, photos and more.

If you're into early-morning exercise, these spots get high marks from workout mavens.

Using workout data, we found the SF strength-training classes that consistently draw big crowds, but still have enough space for newcomers.

The hit film "Hustlers" has searches for SF pole-dancing classes trending. If you're interested in trying it out, here's where to go.

Looking for the top salon deals that San Francisco has to offer? Here's a rundown of top deals in the city.

Multiple clients of the studio say they have not received a refund of their memberships.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top skin care spots around Berkeley. Here's a rundown of top businesses in the city, with ratings, photos and more.

The gym, an extension of the family-owned San Francisco chain, is slated to open in December or January.

Treat yourself with the best facial options near you.

Treat yourself with the best beauty options near you.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top martial arts spots around Berkeley. Here's a rundown of top businesses in the city, with ratings, photos and more.

The new gym, California Martial Athletics, offers classes in Muay Thai, boxing and general fitness.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top eyewear and opticians spots around Berkeley. Here's a rundown of top businesses in the city, with ratings, photos and more.

Whether you're looking for a new workout studio, some Japanese food or an elaborate birthday treat for your dog, these spots are here to help.

Looking for the best affordable hair salons in Berkeley? Here's a rundown of top businesses in the city in your price range, with ratings, photos and more.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top personal training spots around Berkeley. Here's a rundown of top businesses in the city, with ratings, photos and more.

A new gym and personal training spot has opened its doors in the neighborhood. Read on for more details.

Get moving with the best strength training options near you.

Looking for great eyelash service spots around Berkeley? Here's a rundown of top businesses in the city, with ratings, photos and more.

After surveying her customers, the yoga studio's owner determined that most wouldn't immediately return even after the shelter-in-place is lifted.

Looking for great waxing spots around Berkeley? Here's a rundown of the top such businesses, with ratings, photos and more.

Looking for great yoga spots around Berkeley? Here's a rundown of top businesses in the city, with ratings, photos and more.

Other California cities have cancelled their Lunar New Year festivities over the virus, but in SF, the parade will go on as planned.

The summit for LGBTQ+ women in tech had been set to return to the Castro Theatre next month.

Many San Francisco venues and organizers are halting large and small gatherings this month in an effort to stymie the spread of COVID-19. We rounded up a list of them for you.

Looking for solid eyebrow service spots around Berkeley? Here's a rundown of top businesses in the city, with ratings, photos and more.

Hoodline spoke recently to performers, bar owners, photographers, and stagehands about the cancellations, which they say have severely affected their work and income streams.

Mayor London Breed confirmed that the shelter-in-place order will be extended to May, with more details set to come tomorrow.

Selling marked-up masks, hand sanitizer and toilet paper isn't just unethical — it's illegal.

SF's pets can still go to the vet under the shelter-in-place order, but many vets are concerned about the risk of virus spread at their offices.

Two San Franciscans have been hospitalized with COVID-19, while Lowell High has closed out of caution over a student exposed to a patient.

Transgender clients of the Mission's Lyon-Martin Health Services have protested the clinic's imminent closure, saying it's the only place they can receive inclusive care.

Barber Angel Benitez says he's struggling financially as he waits out his opening day, but he hopes to make something positive out of it.

Organizers of AA and other 12-step programs have rushed to implement distanced meetings, but say they're deeply concerned about relapses.

Check to see if your favorite business made the list.

The Haight's historic volunteer clinic is re-opening for weekly services, Thursdays 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., and actively seeking new volunteers.

"The predictions as to how long this will last are too long for most small businesses to stay afloat," one studio owner said.

Nearly all stylists, facialists and manicurists are independent contractors responsible for their own healthcare, as well as rent for their spaces.

A San Francisco Twitter icon, cheeky Karl has seemingly vanished into the mist.

Retailers such as bookstores, florists, music and record stores and art supplies stores will be among the first allowed to re-open for storefront pick-up.

Amid criticism of its response to the unhoused population during the COVID-19 outbreak, San Francisco will deploy up to 15 new public toilets and hand washing stations.

Whether sheltering in place or busy with essential work, San Franciscans are making more calls to local mental health support lines, and organizations say they need volunteers and funding to keep up.

SF has one of America's largest populations of HIV-positive people, with more than two-thirds of them over 60.

SF's beauty experts have been advising their clients from afar — and are willing to dispense a little free advice to the rest of us.

Looking to make and donate hand-sewn masks in SF? Here's where to send them — and where to skip for now.

In spite of stricter shelter-in-place rules, San Francisco's parks, boulevards and beaches remain crowded with people seeking exercise and fresh air.

The new, modified shelter-in-place order allows some low-risk activities to resume, but does not lay out a timeline for opening crowded outdoor spaces or higher-risk activities.

Can parkgoers sunbathe or picnic at a six-foot remove from one another? Depends on who you ask.

The city also provided updates on when places of worship and in-person schooling are likely to return.

San Francisco now has a total of 749 social-distancing circles across its city parks.

SF Rec & Park says it installed the circles in anticipation of what's likely to be a sunny, busy Memorial Day weekend for the parks.

A Pacifica yoga studio owner is now advertising mask-free indoor yoga classes on social media with hashtags like "#fearfree", "#cowardfree," and "#Trump2020."

The new GLIDE-supported COVID-19 test site still has to overcome significant hurdles to make testing and results available to unhoused people and other Tenderloin residents.

The city saw 103 new COVID-19 cases reported on Thursday.

Marie France Cesar, who's cut hair on the Divisadero corridor for 19 years, says she was one of its only remaining Black business owners.

Community organizers say the city is failing to consider the Tenderloin a "residential neighborhood," despite containing some of the city's most population-dense blocks.

Starting Tuesday, the site of the Alemany Farmers’ Market will be the newest free coronavirus testing center, with no insurance required.

San Francisco and six other Bay Area counties will require masks again, even if you’re fully vaccinated, at 12:01 a.m. Tuesday.

Bright Star Pilates studio is now open at 493 Sanchez St. (at 18th St.), formerly Unionmade men's store.

A new study indicates that exposure to smoke can make COVID-19 worse. As the smoke season arrives and local kids head back to school en masse, what does this mean for the Bay Area?

After 30 years, Castro gay sex club and sauna Eros (2051 Market St.) has announced it will be moving to a new, undisclosed location.

A new, sun-drenched yoga studio on 16th Street called HAUM will — after months of planning and preparation — debut to the public on December 3.

Health officers in 12 NorCal jurisdictions will allow vaccinated people to move about their lives mask-free starting next Wednesday, February 16th.

A new Thai massage business is headed for the former Face It Salon & Spa at 2343 Market Street.

Less than a year after debuting its Mission District location, HAUM — the queer-owned, community-driven yoga studio currently at 2973 16th Street — is set to open its second studio inside the closed Yoga Tree Stanyan space (780 Stanyan Street).

San Francisco-based Live Fit Gym is set to take over the former Castro 24 Hour Fitness location at 2145 Market Street (at Church).

After months of construction and planning, HAUM — the queer-owned, community-driven yoga studio, which opened its first location in the Mission District last year — debuted its new Haight-Ashbury studio this week, complete with a plethora of plants and fresh indoor murals.

The new Noe Animal Hospital brings a new veterinary clinic to 24th and Church Streets, just as veterinarian care gets harder to find than ever in the Bay Area and beyond.

A new, LGBTQ-focused Castro pharmacy will soon be opening in the former Weaver's Coffee & Teas space at 2301 Market Street (at Noe).

As the San Francisco SPCA gears up for its 155th anniversary, we took a tour of their adoption facility, because for the next few days, the “fourth-oldest rescue society in the U.S.” will be furr-nishing the pet adoptions for free.

Solidcore's boutique pilates studio, coming to 2175 Market St. in the Castro. Learn about the company's history, expansion plans, and proposed opening date

Air quality may deteriorate as smoke from numerous wildfires in northern California is expected to reach the North Bay on Sunday afternoon, impacting those with respiratory illnesses.

Kaiser Permanente has settled for $49 million with state prosecutors regarding allegations of improper disposal of patient records, hazardous materials, and medical waste.

Kaiser Permanente healthcare workers strike nationwide in protest of under-staffing and low wages.

San Francisco City authorities shut down COVID-19 tester, Gentech, after concerns over lax safety protocols and illicit activities.

SF sees a dip in HIV cases, aiming for zero infections.

San Francisco's air quality authority advises residents to avoid burning wood in fireplaces this Christmas to prevent air pollution, also noting the illegal and unhealthy practice of burning wrapping paper.

A mother in the Bay Area publicly shares her battle to save her son from fentanyl addiction as she advocates for those affected by the drug crisis through her organization, MADAAD.

San Francisco bans wood burning today due to a Spare the Air Alert, aiming to protect public health and air quality in light of stagnant weather conditions trapping smoke.

San Francisco air quality officials urge residents to avoid burning wood during New Year's festivities to prevent unhealthy air levels, despite no current Spare the Air Alert.

California law requires cyclists to obey the same road rules as vehicles, mandates bike specifications, helmets for riders under 18, proper lighting, and prohibits the sale of non-compliant bicycles.

The Bay Area Air Quality Management District has launched a community-directed plan to reduce air pollution in Bayview Hunters Point and Southeast San Francisco, focusing on public health and environmental justice.

San Francisco leverages wastewater analysis to track drugs like fentanyl, enhancing interventions against its drug epidemic as part of a National Institute on Drug Abuse program.

San Francisco records its highest-ever annual drug overdose deaths at 806 in 2023, largely driven by fentanyl.

UC optometrists strike for better pay and benefits, as negotiations with the university falter, leading to potential patient appointment rescheduling.

A "mystery illness" has led to over 150 cases of gastrointestinal symptoms on the Queen Victoria cruise ship, with increased sanitation measures in place.

San Francisco's Board of Supervisors approved legislation to expedite the procurement of public health beds, tackling the city’s mental health and substance abuse crisis more swiftly.

Daly City declares loneliness a public health crisis, highlighting the risks of social isolation on par with smoking, acknowledging the issue's severity, and committing to fostering better community connections.

Genetics firm Invitae files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, listing $1.6 billion debt against $535.1 million assets, and seeks buyers to salvage operations.

San Francisco's use of doxycycline post-exposure prophylaxis (doxy-PEP) leads to a reduction in chlamydia and syphilis cases among at-risk communities.

The Castro's fitness fad continues to flex its muscle with a new pilates-inspired studio headed for a long-vacant storefront.

Castro independent pharmacy Tin Rx Pharmacy (2181 Market Street) has shuttered after four years in the Castro.

Sutter Health plans to invest $442 million in a neurosciences care complex in San Francisco's Mission Bernal, set to open in 2028, with expanded neurological services and other healthcare improvements.

The logbook with patient data is missing from Zuckerberg SF General Hospital, raising concerns about privacy and resulting in a comprehensive security review and notifications to affected patients.

Seton Coastside's emergency department in Moss Beach closed for repairs, which may breach a service agreement. Local officials, including Rep. Eshoo, demand answers and action amid concerns over access to emergency services.

UCSF Health began construction of a state-of-the-art "Hospital of the Future" in San Francisco, with a $4.3 billion investment for the project set to open in 2030.

Health experts warn of increased Lyme disease risk due to a tick boom in Northern California, highlighting prevention strategies and safe removal techniques.

Several Bay Area cities suspended bans on natural gas in new buildings, citing a legal ruling against Berkeley's similar ban, while San Francisco upholds its policy. This impacts climate goals and prompts debate on public health and energy practices.

A surge in COVID-19 cases is hitting the Bay Area, with high wastewater virus concentrations and a rising state test positivity rate, though hospitalizations remain low. New FLiRT variants are spreading, and experts urge vaccination and precautions.

An outbreak of COVID-19 at San Francisco's County Jail No. 3 has resulted in 42 inmates in isolation; jail staff are required to wear N-95 masks, and no deaths or hospitalizations have been reported.

San Francisco experiences a decrease in drug overdose deaths, with June marking the lowest number in nearly two years, predominantly due to a drop in fentanyl-related fatalities.

The article discusses San Francisco's effective COVID-19 response through the San Francisco Health Systems Collaborative, which included coordinated efforts and resource sharing among local health providers.

San Francisco's Health Department notes low mpox cases, with a zero seven-day average, but traces of mpox have been found in the city's wastewater. Health officials continue to stress the importance of vaccinations and testing.

UCSF Health opens a new comprehensive care facility, Bayfront Medical Building, in San Francisco to provide specialized and primary outpatient services in one location.

UCSF is set to open a major cancer treatment facility featuring a high-tech proton therapy center in San Francisco's Dogpatch neighborhood by 2029, aiming for LEED™ Gold certification and driving economic growth.

San Francisco reported a 20% decrease in new HIV diagnoses in 2023, with a significant drop among its Latino community. The city attributes this success to public health efforts and an increase in PrEP usage.

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals ranked as top in Northern California for pediatric care by U.S. News & World Report for the ninth year, excelling in numerous specialties.

San Francisco expands its on-demand addiction treatment program, offering telehealth services for immediate buprenorphine prescriptions to combat the fentanyl crisis.

After years of delay, construction has finally begun on a new yoga studio at 227 Church Street (at Market), formerly Aardvark Books.

Bay Area counties have reinstated mask mandates in healthcare settings from November 1st through March 31st, 2025, to prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses.

California proposes AB 56, legislation for mandatory social media warning labels about potential mental health risks for young users, introduced by AG Rob Bonta and Assemblymember Bauer-Kahan.

Illegal cockfighting might worsen California's bird flu emergency as the state battles to control the outbreak. Other states, including Hawaii, are also considered at-risk, necessitating immediate interventions.

S&M Shellfish Co. has recalled oysters due to potential norovirus contamination, affecting products distributed in multiple U.S. states. Consumers with these oysters should not eat them and seek medical advice if symptomatic.

ZSFG Hospital received the 2024 Bernard J. Tyson Award for its work in healthcare equity, reducing disparities for Black heart failure patients through AI tools and a specialized clinic.

A child in San Francisco has made a presumptive recovery from H5N1 bird flu, posing a low public risk, with no evidence of human transmission according to SFDPH.

First Lady Jill Biden visits San Francisco to address women's health issues, highlighting the administration's commitment to improving research in this area.

San Francisco is reassessing its harm reduction efforts by potentially stopping the public distribution of drug-smoking supplies amid a constant number of overdose deaths.

San Francisco opens a new pharmacy in County Jail #2 to improve health services for the incarcerated and support reentry into society, funded by a grant from the CalAIM Justice Involved Initiative PATH.

Supervisor Mandelman leads hearings on San Francisco's behavioral health crisis to improve accountability and treatment for individuals with substance use disorders, leveraging State laws for better mental health care.

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie announces a plan to add 73 new treatment beds, including 57 locked beds, for people with severe mental health issues and substance use disorders, using $27.6 million in state funds.

The Castro's fitness fad continues to flex and now stretch its muscles.

A UCSF study in JAMA Cardiology found that both smoked and edible marijuana forms pose significant cardiovascular risks, marked by decreased vascular function comparable to tobacco use.

New COVID-19 variant NB.1.8.1 is causing concern in California, where it was first detected by Stanford scientists. The FDA, under Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has controversially limited vaccine eligibility, prioritizing high-risk individuals.

The Bay Area Air District Board allocated $4 million for air filtration in West Contra Costa County schools to improve air quality and support student health.

Mr. S Leather Co. is sued by Blue Sky Forever for allegedly selling mouth gags with toxic DEHP without required warnings, violating California's Proposition 65.

San Francisco Mayor Lurie invests $500,000 in a firefighter cancer prevention screening pilot for first responders aged 40+ with at least five years of service to detect cancer early, with plans for long-term sustainability.

City Attorney David Chiu and Supervisor Matt Dorsey urge Blue Shield to keep UCSF in-network to prevent healthcare disruption for many San Francisco residents.

COVID-19 cases in California are seeing an uptick, with wastewater monitoring indicating a resurgence of the virus. Health officials note the presence of new variants and urge continued vigilance and vaccinations.

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie has opened three new treatment facilities to combat homelessness and addiction, offering 200 beds with services spanning crisis care to long-term recovery housing.