Health
Stay informed about local health news and wellness trends through our comprehensive Health section. From updates at Providence Saint John's Health Center and UCLA Medical Center to community health initiatives and fitness trends, we cover the medical and wellness developments that impact Santa Monica residents. Our reporting includes public health announcements, medical research breakthroughs, and healthy living resources in our beachside community. Follow local health policies, wellness events, and medical facility updates while discovering Santa Monica's outdoor fitness opportunities and wellness communities. Whether you're tracking public health news or exploring healthy lifestyle options, rely on Santa Monica Daily Press for relevant local health coverage.
How social distancing works and what it means for you
MIKE STOBBE AP Medical Writer Can my kids go on a play date? Is it OK if I visit the...
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Don’t Panic, Stay Calm
America is in the grips of a coronavirus-fueled crisis and while residents should be taking reasonable precautions, reaction by many...
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UCLA explores virtual care
Teddy Rosenbluth SMDP Intern A virtual therapy program developed by UCLA researchers may give patie
Read moreCalifornia’s January jobs report reflects rosy past
ADAM BEAM Associated Press Facing major disruptions across nearly all economic sectors because of the coronavirus, California officials on Friday...
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Virus darkens stages, silences orchestras across the US
MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer The stage at the 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle is quiet. There is no music...
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Malibu City Hall Open to Public By Appointment Only as a Precaution Against Coronavirus Spread
Malibu City Hall will be opened to the public by appointment only effective Monday, March 16 in an abundance of...
Read moreTrump declares virus pandemic a national emergency
ANDREW TAYLOR, ZEKE MILLER, JILL COLVIN and LISA MASCARO Associated Press President Donald Trump on Friday declared the coronavirus pandemic...
Read moreCoronavirus forces small businesses to rethink strategies
JOYCE M. ROSENBERG AP Business Writer Renee and Michael Brown planned to open a third location for their coffee company...
Read moreDisneyland to close amid coronavirus concerns
DON THOMPSON Associated Press Sweeping guidance for Californians to avoid unnecessary gatherings to try to prevent the spread of the...
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Biden, Sanders try to show they would be better in a crisis
BILL BARROW and RANDALL CHASE Associated Press Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden on Thursday called for a sweeping national response...
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