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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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The union representing thousands of Kaiser employees said no progress has been made since the strike began in October.
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A new USC study shows participants had significantly more PFAS chemicals in their blood based on certain neighborhood factors.
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A growing number of people — many of them older and homeless — are freezing to death during winter.
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Scientists have identified two types of brain cells in the abdomen that appear to control different aspects of digestion.
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The are suspected of having contracted bird flu after consuming recently recalled raw milk, public health officials said.
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California has an aggressive mandate for zero-emission trucks, which are powered by electricity or hydrogen. But trucking companies face big obstacles — and people are still breathing dangerous diesel exhaust.
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Food recalls fell sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic but are on an uptick now. Here's how the government is tracing outbreaks — and some tips on handling food safely to minimize the risk of illness.
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California is reporting the highest number of infections. At least 58 people have been infected with bird flu, including one child.
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One year in, L.A. County has received about 15% of the petitions it was projected to have during the first six months of CARE Court.
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A new study finds people who eat a small, daily serving of dark chocolate have a reduced risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. People who ate milk chocolate did not have a lower risk. Here's why.
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An infectious disease expert explains how viral load, and how it’s ingested, can all play a role.
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Patient and consumer advocates fear a new Trump administration will scale back federal efforts to expand financial protections for patients and shield them from debt.
