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Instead of struggling with weekly injections, patients may soon be able to swallow a daily pill to lose weight. Both the makers of Wegovy and Mounjaro are seeking FDA approval for tablets.
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Here's what the latest research is saying about how it is spreading and how to keep yourself and your pets safe.
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The FDA has classified its recall of eggs sold under Costco's Kirkland brand as a Class I recall, a designation reserved for instances of the highest potential health risk — including death.
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This is a big deal for California where millions struggle with unpaid medical bills. It takes effect Jan. 1, 2025.
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The adult was exposed to infected livestock at a worksite. The public health department said they have mild symptoms and overall risk to the public is low.
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People are being urged to avoid raw milk and sick birds, and that includes your pets.
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Gas stoves emit a host of pollution that is unhealthy for you, from gases that irritate your lungs to carcinogens.
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The declaration comes after infected cows were found at four Southern California dairies.
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The finding is among several in Orange County's "Conditions of Children" report identifying youth and maternal health disparities.
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Vitamin D is good for the immune system, but in older people it doesn't prevent falls or fractures, according to health experts at the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force.
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Signing up would give them access to specialized health services.
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A new $8 million pilot program is set to cancel up to $800 million worth of debt for nearly 200,000 Angelenos.
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Donald Trump’s second term is reigniting mistrust in health services among California immigrants, making it harder for community health workers to get people enrolled for Medi-Cal.
