Health and Lifestyle

Contact tracing slows COVID-19 spread

When it comes to stopping the spread of the coronavirus, public health experts agree that being able to figure out who might have contracted the virus plays a vital role. 

COVID-19 antibody testing now available in SCV

Antibody testing for coronavirus is now available to Santa Clarita Valley residents. “With this new antibody testing, we have the ability to identify people who have been exposed to COVID-19

SCV community continues to make a difference

As first responders and health care workers on the front lines continue to suffer from a shortage of much-needed personal protective equipment, or PPE, amid the coronavirus crisis, many Santa

How to combat social isolation in seniors

As the “Safer at Home” order is extended until May 15, many seniors are beginning to feel the effects of self-isolation, especially loneliness.  In fact, research suggests loneliness and prolonged

Life on the front lines of the COVID-19 fight

As Castaic resident and registered nurse Melissa Antolin drives to work at West Hills Hospital, she sees a sign that reads: “We stand ready, and we stand together.” “It’s on

Abuse amid the coronavirus crisis

As the “Safer at Home” health order is extended to May 15, many Santa Clarita Valley residents are struggling to continue to remain indoors, especially those with abuse problems of

Exer now offering COVID-19 testing

Exer Urgent Care is offering onsite testing for coronavirus at various locations across Southern California, including its Stevenson Ranch location.  To better serve its patients, Exer is now offering drive-up