California Black Health Network (CBHN) recently launched its “Health 4 Life: Healthy Black People Campaign.” The campaign aims to empower and educate all Black Californians with “How do I…” (HDI) information and resources needed to effectively navigate the health care system. I
The recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump shocked the nation as it was that latest of many incidents involving gun violence reported by the media.
Cedars-Sinai has named Peter L. Slavin, MD, as the next president and CEO of Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and president and CEO of Cedars-Sinai Health System, effective Oct. 1.
With July recognized as National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, Kaiser Permanente is raising awareness about mental health issues facing underrepresented groups, including the Black community, and the importance of seeking timely treatment when needed.
The Rams partnered with Edwards Lifesciences to host the “Off the Sidelines” heart screening event for community members in their locker room at SoFi Stadium. The attendees also participated in information sessions with cardiologists where they learned about various heart valve diseases.
It’s the best way for the 400-meter sprinter to ensure a fast start. Because Gregory can’t really hear the starter’s commands or sometimes the starter’s pistol.
Robin Alderman faces an agonizing reality: Gene therapy might cure her son Camden’s rare, inherited immune deficiency. But it’s not available to him.
Pinnacle Well Health Diabetes Management Clinic, a cutting-edge destination for specialized diabetes care, is now open in the Baldwin Village/Crenshaw area. The clinic celebrated its grand opening at the Crenshaw Community Health Center with medical professionals, technologists, local officials, and energized community members on Saturday, June 8 between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Guard Lexie Brown was hitting her stride with the Los Angeles Sparks in 2023 when she was suddenly sidelined with an illness.
Assemblymember Mike A. Gipson held a press conference on June 7 to sound the alarm on the impending shutdown of Martin Luther King Jr. Community Hospital and its maternity ward, which would negatively impact women all over South L.A. and surrounding neighborhoods.
The question lingers: Do people with darker skin tones actually need sunscreen? That’s the question I posed to the team behind Black Girl Sunscreen.
White, who also stars in the BET drama series “The Black Hamptons,” said events like the I Love Myself Festival is a safe space where Black people can come together and not feel isolated when it comes to navigating their psychological well-being.
With the approach of the long Memorial Day holiday weekend that marks the unofficial start of summer, many people will be looking forward to spending time with family and friends getting some sun, socializing and being outdoors.
Wellness Weekend 2024 will be held on Friday, May 17, and Saturday, May 18, at Crenshaw Yoga and Dance, located at 426 Crenshaw Blvd., in Los Angeles.
n communities across the country, families are striving to give their children a good start in life. They share a common desire for their babies to be healthy, happy, and secure. Yet far too many families face considerable obstacles.