Child & Family Center to host ’80s-themed bingo night fundraiser
May 19, 2026
News release Child & Family Center invites the community to put on their best ’80s attire and join in a fun and meaningful evening at Bingo Night on Thursday, June 18,
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FDA: Thousands of bottles of pain reliever recalled nationwide
May 18, 2026
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer Thousands of bottles of a prescription-only pain reliever and fever medication were recalled nationwide due to chemical contamination, according to a Food and Drug Administration recall notice
Holy Cross Medical Center earns Magnet with Distinction recognition
May 18, 2026
News release Providence Holy Cross Medical Center has earned the Magnet with Distinction recognition, the highest honor for nursing excellence awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the Mission Hills
Chamber hosts inaugural ‘Work Well’ summit
May 15, 2026
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce on Thursday hosted its inaugural summit, “Work Well: The Business and Wellness Summit,” with the topic discussing how to get good sleep, some tips and tricks on how to integrate better
HMNH appoints Kelly Galbo as VP and chief nursing officer
May 12, 2026
News release Kelly Galbo has been appointed vice president and chief nursing officer of Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, the hospital announced in a news release. “Galbo brings extensive experience in nursing leadership, with a strong
Supreme Court extends order allowing access to abortion pill
May 12, 2026
By Matthew Vadum Contributing Writer The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday extended its order allowing a popular abortion pill to continue to be sent in the mail, after a federal appeals
Acting CDC director: Hantavirus outbreak ‘is not COVID’
May 11, 2026
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer The acting head of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Sunday that a hantavirus outbreak on a Dutch cruise ship “is not
Lauffer to retire from HMNH after 11 years of service
May 11, 2026
News release Marlee Lauffer, president of the Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Foundation and vice president of marketing and communications for Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, has announced her retirement effective June
Human-to-human hantavirus strain found in 2 cruise ship passengers
May 6, 2026
By Aldgra Fredly Contributing Writer South Africa’s health ministry has said that tests indicated the Andes strain, a rare form of hantavirus that can spread between humans, was found in two passengers aboard the MV Hondius.
Triumph Foundation hosts 13th annual Wheelchair Sports Festival
May 5, 2026
Andrew and Kirsten Skinner founded the Triumph Foundation in 2008 aiming to create an inclusive space for individuals with disabilities so they could participate in adaptive sports. Skinner suffered a spinal cord injury in 2004 and knows firsthand the systemic barriers,
Top FDA vaccine official steps down again as deputy takes over
May 4, 2026
By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer The Food and Drug Administration’s top vaccine official has left the agency for a second time, and his deputy has been promoted to the vacant position.
CDC warns more measles cases expected in coming months
May 4, 2026
By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning that more cases of measles will likely occur in the next few months. “With continued measles transmission in areas
ARTree showcases student art
May 2, 2026
The ARTree Community Arts Center held its Student Art Show last weekend in Old Town Newhall. There were 49 pieces of original artworks created by students as young as 5 and up to 90 years old following the culmination of
Walsma appointed to HMNH board of directors
May 1, 2026
News release Dr. Kelly Walsma, who is board certified in critical care, pulmonary and neurocritical care medicine, was recently appointed to the Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital board of directors, the hospital announced in a news release.
SCVi celebrates Neurodiversity week
May 1, 2026
Empathy and inclusive collaboration are among the core values for the Santa Clarita Valley International School in Castaic. To further that message to its students and the community, the charter school celebrated its third annual Neurodiversity Celebration Spirit Week last week.
Photos: SCV Sheriff’s Station host prescription drug collection
April 29, 2026
The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station hosted a prescription drug collection event as part of the Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday. Patrons could anonymously drop off expired
Doctor group updates guidance on breast cancer screening
April 27, 2026
By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer Some middle-aged women should not automatically receive regular mammography, a U.S.-based group of doctors says in new guidance. Women aged 40 to 49 who are at
HMNH celebrates National Volunteer Week
April 22, 2026
News release Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital is recognizing and celebrating its volunteers during National Volunteer Week, April 19-25. This annual celebration honors the contributions of individuals who generously give their time to
Review: Class of Alzheimer’s drugs has no ‘meaningful effect’
April 21, 2026
By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer A class of Alzheimer’s drugs that have only been available for several years did not appear to have any “clinically meaningful effects,” according to a new
Study: Feeling lonely linked to degenerative heart valve disease
April 20, 2026
By Naveen Athrappully Contributing Writer People who face loneliness are at a higher risk of degenerative valvular heart disease, an illness in which the heart’s valves, which direct blood flow within the organ,