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News release The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is investigating a confirmed case of measles in a traveler who was infectious while traveling to Los Angeles County. People may have been exposed to measles at Los Angeles International Airport, at least one other public location, and a health care setting. Potential exposure dates and times are listed below. This
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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,
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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
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
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
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
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,