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California Releases Report on Cleaning Homes Tainted by Wildfire Smoke

State task force recommends tiered system and certification programs for smoke damage remediation, but stops short of setting specific testing and cleaning standards.

Vision Council Merges Contact Lens Division into Healthcare Division

New leadership team to focus on quality eyecare and expanding access to vision services.

eXoZymes' CCO to Present NCT Solution at MISTA Symposium

Damien Perriman will discuss scaling production of naturally occurring small molecule with metabolic health benefits.

LA County Warns Against Beach Activities Amid Bacteria Spike

Health officials urge public to avoid swimming, surfing at several beaches due to elevated bacteria levels

5 Disneyland Employees Hospitalized After Hazmat Incident

Incident occurred backstage at 'Star Tours' attraction in Tomorrowland.

4 Disneyland Employees Hospitalized After Hazmat Incident

Odor in Tomorrowland backstage area sickens workers, no guests affected

New Zinc Oxide Form Reduces Whitening in Sunscreen, Benefits Darker Skin Tones

UCLA researchers develop a tetrapod-shaped zinc oxide that minimizes the white cast in mineral sunscreens.

USC Pharmacy and Wellness Center Opens in South LA 'Pharmacy Desert'

New facility aims to address lack of convenient pharmacy access in the area.

LA County Shutters 7 of 13 Public Health Clinics Due to Funding Cuts

The closures leave vulnerable populations with fewer options for affordable, comprehensive healthcare services.

Infrared Saunas Differ from Microwaves, Experts Say

Infrared saunas use different wavelengths and heating mechanisms than microwaves, despite some misconceptions.

LaserAway Expands Aesthetics Offerings with New Treatments

Salmon DNA facials, XTherma, and wellness injections added to company's portfolio