Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center

Having a Picnic or Barbecue? Beware of Foodborne Bacteria

Sentinel News ServiceJune 15, 2023

As summer approaches and the weather gets warmer, the arrival of picnic and barbecue season will provide residents across Southern California with many opportunities to enjoy tasty food along with outdoor fun with family and friends.

Family Health

As a More Severe Flu Strain is Spreading, African Americans are Under-Vaccinated

Sentinel News ServiceMarch 22, 2019

According to the CDC, African Americans are a disparate population that receive low flu vaccinations, yet experience disproportionately higher rates of chronic health conditions such as asthma, diabetes and heart diseases, as well as extreme obesity. These conditions place them at higher risk for severe influenza complications.