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.
Los Angeles – Los Angeles County Public Health Award
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) was recognized as the Local Health Department of the Year...
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Citywide – Blood emergency: Red Cross issues urgent call for blood and platelet donors
Following a difficult Fourth of July week for blood and platelet donations and ongoing challenges finding new blood donors, the...
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California takes on surprise bills, over hospital objections
Jiggy Athilingam was riding a bicycle in San Francisco five years ago when suddenly she was on a bed in...
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LOS ANGELES – Public Health Investigates Additional Measles Case
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) is investigating an additional confirmed case of measles in a...
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Vaccination rates declining in Santa Monica schools
SMDP/CA Dept. of Health Fewer kindergarteners in Santa Monica were vaccinated this past school year, according to data recently released...
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States’ delay request for arguments in ‘Obamacare’ lawsuit
A federal appeals court Tuesday rejected a request to delay next week’s hearing on the constitutionality of President Barack Obama’s...
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Student News: Prescription Pill Addiction, Struggling Teens Need a Lifesaver
Editor’s Note: Olympic High School began offering a Journalism elective to students for the first time this year. The following...
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WILMONT – Celebrate the Joy of Walking with the Opening of the Wilmont Walk Loop
The City of Santa Monica celebrates the joy and benefits of walking with the Walk Loop Project, a GoSaMo initiative...
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Your column here – Seniors: Say no to “free” genetic tests
If you’re approached by someone who offers “free” genetic testing or cancer screening, turn them down. Medicare doesn’t cover such...
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E-bikes, growing in popularity, befuddle regulators
Gordon Goodwin and his wife are rediscovering their passion for bicycling in their senior years thanks to new electric-assist bikes....
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