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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

Hologenix Launches CELLIANT Infrared Skincare Mask Line with IKS

New beauty products to debut at MakeUp in Los Angeles 2026 trade show

Korean Scalp Care Offers Holistic Approach to Hair Health

Experts highlight how Korean scalp treatments differ from Western methods by prioritizing nourishment and balance.

Cedars-Sinai Leads the Way in Healthcare Equity

Cedars-Sinai's commitment to diversity, inclusion, and community partnerships is transforming healthcare access and outcomes.

Los Angeles's Best Cellulite Reduction Treatment: VelaShape® Delivers Results Without Surgery

Cutting-edge, non-invasive treatment uses el?s™ technology to visibly smooth and tighten skin in just 30 minutes.

Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor Offers Tips to Maintain Spinal Health

Maintaining proper spinal alignment is key to preventing cervical and lumbar spondylosis, says LA-based practitioner

Cedars-Sinai Speeds Up Joint Replacement Recovery

New program leverages spinal and regional anesthesia to help patients walk sooner and return home faster after surgery.

New Mineral Sunscreen Formula Avoids Annoying White Cast

Researchers develop a tetrapod-shaped zinc oxide nanoparticle that prevents clumping for a more even, natural-looking application.

Notorious South L.A. Oil Wells Finally Plugged After Decades of Community Pressure

California governor announces closure of AllenCo Energy drill site near St. Vincent Elementary School after years of hazardous gas leaks and spills.

LA County Voters to Decide on Sales Tax Hike for Health Services

Proposed temporary half-cent increase aims to offset Medicaid cuts and clinic closures

LA County Public Health to Close 7 Clinics Due to Funding Cuts

The department says it has faced over $50 million in federal, state and local funding reductions.

USC Keck and Norris Nurses Set for 7-Day Strike

California Nurses Association members vote to walk out over contract negotiations

LA County to Shutter 7 Public Health Clinics

Significant funding cuts force consolidation of services across the region

UCLA Scientists Rethink Sunscreen To Eliminate the Dreaded White Cast

Researchers engineer zinc oxide particles into tetrapod shapes to reduce visible whitening in mineral sunscreens.

LA County Warns of Unsafe Beach Water After Rain

Health officials urge beachgoers to avoid ocean and sand due to potential contamination.

Local Health Departments Become Nation's Backbone as CDC Faces Challenges

Amid political interference and eroding trust in federal public health agencies, local health departments step up to protect communities

LA County Proposes Half-Cent Healthcare Sales Tax

Measure aims to offset Medi-Cal cuts from Congress and Trump administration.

Thousands More Kaiser Permanente Workers Join California Strike

Expanding labor action disrupts healthcare services across Southern California

Thousands More Kaiser Permanente Workers Join Strike in California

Pharmacy and lab employees represented by UFCW join nurses and other healthcare professionals in ongoing labor action