Deadline looms for 2019 health insurance
December 5, 2018
Santa Claritans who purchase from the federal health insurance marketplace have only weeks to lock in a plan. Those who miss the upcoming deadline may not have coverage come January
Health and Lifestyle
Health and Lifestyle
New study find no health benefit to fish oil and vitamin D supplements
November 12, 2018
A study, published by J. E. Manson and others, found that vitamin D and fish oil supplements do not help prevent cancer or serious heart problems as previously thought.
Public Health Department warns of flea-borne typhus outbreak; Barger’s prevention motion approved
October 17, 2018
With more than 60 cases of flea-borne typhus reported countywide, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is reminding residents to protect themselves. “We are continuing to see cases
White Crown Dental offers veterans free treatment for a day
October 12, 2018
“You serve us, we serve you” was how staff at White Crown Dental in Santa Clarita welcomed veterans for a day of free dental treatment Thursday. About 10 local veterans
Hundreds joined together to support loved ones at the Walk to End Alzheimer’s
October 7, 2018
Santa Clarita families showed love and support as they took part in the 2018 Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Bridgeport Park on Saturday.
Get questions on health answered with “It’s Your Health Radio” from Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
August 31, 2018
For over two years, “It’s Your Health Radio” has been informing Santa Clarita residents on what they need to know about recent and relevant topics about health.
Local doctors care for Ethiopia; surgeon founds hospital in rural African nation
August 24, 2018
Everyone in his community, including local doctors, believed he wouldn’t survive the traumatic injury to his head. The 23-year-old Ethiopian man had little to no hope until he visited a
Councilman Bob Kellar recovering, feeling better after heart attack
August 21, 2018
Santa Clarita City City Councilman Bob Kellar had a heart attack Friday night, and plans to take it a little easier over the next couple of months, he said Tuesday.
County, local health officials encourage immunization as new school year starts
August 17, 2018
To protect children and young adults against serious diseases as a new school year starts, the Los Angeles County Public Health Department and local health officials are encouraging all to
Henry Mayo’s palliative bear program receives a sponsor
August 13, 2018
More than 60 children have received teddy bears that allow them to hear the heartbeat of a deceased parent or loved one, thanks to a Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital program.
L.A. County appoints new health officer
July 30, 2018
By Tammy Murga Los Angeles County has appointed its newest health officer, Dr. Muntu Davis. Davis, former county health officer and director of the Alameda County Public Health Department,
Do you really need a personal trainer?
July 30, 2018
For the fitness novice, the gym can be a scary place. In an environment filled with endless jargon and myriad muscle groups, lifting techniques and recovery practices, the gym can
Henry Mayo earns award for stroke patient care
June 19, 2018
Henry Mayo staff was once again recognized by the American Heart Association for their care with stroke patients, the hospital announced Tuesday. For the sixth consecutive year, Henry Mayo Newhall
Air quality warning issued for Santa Clarita Valley
June 4, 2018
Air quality will be unhealthy for sensitive individuals in East San Gabriel Valley and Santa Clarita Valley on Tuesday, according to the South Coast Air Quality Management District. The county’s
Newhall Health Center expands access in Santa Clarita
April 4, 2018
The Northeast Valley Health Corp. opened its fourth community center in the Santa Clarita Valley this week, increasing the health care service providers for the underinsured or uninsured and/or in
City of Hope expands Southern California oncology services
April 2, 2018
City of Hope, a world-renowned independent research and treatment center for cancer and diabetes, has added nine radiation oncology sites to City of Hope Medical Foundation through a joint venture
Bill looks to bring postpartum care ‘out of the shadows’
March 21, 2018
A Santa Clarita Valley advocacy group for mothers is pushing for legislation that would mandate mental health screening for new and expecting mothers. The group 2020 Mom, led by founder
Hospital prepares for weekend concussion seminar
February 21, 2018
On Saturday morning Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital will present a Santa Clarita Valley Concussion Seminar to community at the Henry Mayo Center, located at 23803 McBean Parkway. The four-hour seminar,
Real Life Church hosts blood drive in support of local family
February 13, 2018
Allison Carpenter became emotional Tuesday when she talked about how much the community support has meant to her and her family. Dozens came out to a blood drive this week
Henry Mayo earns Four-Star ranking in national Hospital Compare survey
February 2, 2018
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital garnered a Four-Star Ranking based on the recent Hospital Compare evaluations, which are published online. Henry Mayo officials noted no other hospital within a 20-mile radius