Wellnest Breaks Ground on Housing and Mental Health Project for Young Adults
March 7, 2024
Wellnest, a provider of mental health and supportive services, hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for The Nest on Exposition.
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young adults
Public Health Modifies Guidelines for Youth Sports in L.A. County
September 2, 2021
Weekly testing is being recommended for youth 12 and older depending on circumstances.
FDA Approves Pfizer Vaccine, Public Health Stress Social Measures to Stay Safe
August 26, 2021
The Pfizer vaccine is now licensed and approved for prevention of COVID-19.
FDA Approves Pfizer Vaccine, Public Health Stress Social Measures to Stay Safe
August 26, 2021
Earlier this week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the license for the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for the prevention of COVID-19 disease for individuals 16 and older. The licensing approval was announced after another thorough evaluation of safety and effectiveness. Muntu Davis, MD, MPH, a Los Angeles County Health Officer, is grateful for the approval and hopes it will ease the minds of those concerned about taking the vaccine.
COVID-19 Rate Among Pregnant Women Rises
August 19, 2021
Public Health urges pregnant women to take vaccine.
Hospitals See Numbers Double Due to Delta Surge
August 12, 2021
Public Health is urging that vaccination is important during this time of high transmission.
Proof of Vaccination is Being Required at Some Workplaces and Private Businesses in Los Angeles
August 5, 2021
The Delta variant surge is creating a proactive wave requiring proof of vaccinations or negative test results in some places.
Delta Variant Continues Surge, California Mandates Vaccine for State Workers
July 29, 2021
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) is reporting that the combination of low vaccination rates and unmasked individuals is giving the Delta variant momentum. The state is now calling for workers to get vaccinated or tested weekly.
Delta Variant Infection Rates Bring Back Mask Requirements
July 22, 2021
As the Delta variant continues to gain ground, masks are now required indoors regardless of vaccination status.
Delta Variant Transmission Rate High Before Holiday, Masks Still Heavily Encouraged
July 8, 2021
Public Health is keeping a close eye on the Delta Variant and still wants everyone to wear a mask indoors and around unvaccinated.
Public Health Urges Practicing Safety Guidelines as Delta Variant Circulates L.A. County
July 1, 2021
Vaccinated and unvaccinated are being asked to wear mask indoors and crowded at outdoor events.
Cal/OSHA Modifies Safety Regulations, Public Health Continues to Urge Everyone to Get Vaccinated
June 24, 2021
Amidst a new normal, safety is still something everyone needs to keep in mind according to public health.
California Reopens, Public Health Notes Continued Vaccination Discrepancies
June 17, 2021
As California opened on June 15, inequities still persist in vaccinations amongst younger demographics of color.
California Reopens in a Week, Cal/OSHA Gives Recommendations, Vax for Win Program Awards 15 People
June 10, 2021
On June 15, a new normal will be the case for the state of California.
New Incentive Program Aims to Increase Vaccinations
June 3, 2021
Governor Newsom hopes to have Californians fully vaccinated before the reopening on June 15.