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Before being confirmed, RFK Jr. told U.S. senators he would not cut funding for vaccine research or change the nation’s official vaccine recommendations. He did both.
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In its second year, 988 calls coming from California area codes jumped 14%.
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Research shows that consistent exposure to noise may be linked to a host of health conditions, including cardiovascular disease and stroke.
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A stifling heat wave in the Western U.S. has turned some of its most alluring nature trails deadly. And Utah's recent deaths add to an already tragic toll this summer. Here are some tips to keep safe.
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Classic heat stroke signs — confusion, dizziness, headaches, fainting, delirium and lethargy — often go unnoticed among this group, reducing the chance of intervention, according to recent studies.
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A total of 96 beds where patients can get 24/7 psychiatric care are slated for the L.A. General Medical Center project.
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The program recognizes the distinct history and culture of Filipino Americans.
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A year-long fruit fly quarantine in Santa Clarita comes to an end, but officials say there’s more work to be done.
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Public health officials are cautioning residents against swimming, surfing, and playing in more than a dozen ocean water areas.
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Experts warn there’s still much to be done to meet the mental health needs of people living on the streets. They say programs that provide psychiatrists in the field have shown promise.
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County officials say they'll continue on without city help. The program, which launched two years ago, was touted for innovation when it was first announced in 2020.
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Two reports out this week offer some much-needed data points on the public’s psychoactive preferences.
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In a 5-4 decision, the justices ruled that the multibillion opioid settlement inappropriately protected the Sackler family.Listen 3:44
