Los Angeles County Department of Public Health
Coverage of Los Angeles County Department of Public Health in the Nexus archive.
- Bacteria levels spike at several L.A. County beaches: See which ones to avoid
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has issued a warning to avoid water activities at certain beaches due to elevated bacteria levels. The advisory specifically mentions swimming, surfing, and playing in the water as high-risk activities.
- Heat Advisory Issued for Pasadena, Altadena Through Friday
The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for Pasadena, Altadena, and the San Gabriel Valley from July 7 to 10. The advisory warns of potential heat-related illnesses for vulnerable groups such as older adults, young children, and those with chronic conditions.
- Heat Advisory Cautions Temps To Push Pasadena Into the 90s Through Thursday
A heat advisory is in effect for the San Gabriel Valley, including Pasadena, from Tuesday at 10 a.m. to Thursday at 8 p.m., with temperatures near 90 to 92 degrees. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health issued a warning urging vulnerable groups to take precautions against heat-related illness.
- Were you at Burbank Airport on June 17? LA County is warning of measles exposure
Los Angeles County health officials reported a seventh measles case this year, linked to a traveler at Burbank Airport on June 17. People at Southwest Airlines Flight 4245 Gate A4 and Thrifty Rental Car Service during specified times may have been exposed. Symptoms could appear up to three weeks post-exposure, and the MMR vaccine is recommended for prevention.
- Air quality concerns remain as the Boyle Heights warehouse fire continues to burn
The South Coast Air Quality Management District has extended a particle pollution advisory due to smoke from a warehouse fire in Boyle Heights, which continues to impact regional air quality. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is monitoring conditions as the situation remains fluid.
- Measles-infected traveler may have exposed passengers at LAX and nearby hotel, health officials warn
A measles-infected traveler may have exposed passengers at Los Angeles International Airport and guests at the Hilton Los Angeles Airport Hotel after arriving on Cathay Pacific Flight CX 884 on June 11. Health officials warn of increased risk during summer travel and FIFA World Cup events, with the case marking the sixth measles infection in Los Angeles County this year.
- How to choose a preschool in Los Angeles
Choosing a preschool in Los Angeles involves considering factors like cost, curriculum, and availability, with over 9,000 licensed providers in the county. High demand and long waitlists complicate access, though California's Universal Pre-Kindergarten program aims to improve accessibility for all families, despite ongoing challenges for low-income and minority communities.
- Los Angeles-area wildfires left lead in soil, but how much and where remains contentious
Wildfires in the Los Angeles area have left lead in soil, but the extent and location of the contamination are unclear. The issue is contentious, with some parties disputing the levels and distribution of lead. Further investigation is needed to determine the full impact.
- Random L.A. County residents can get paid to fill out health department survey: Here's who
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has launched its 10th Health Survey cycle, offering a monetary reward to selected residents who participate. The survey is conducted in partnership with RTI International. Only random L.A. County residents are eligible for the paid survey.
- International traveler diagnosed with measles after arriving at LAX
A Los Angeles area resident was diagnosed with measles after arriving at LAX from an international trip on Alaska Airlines flight 1354. The diagnosis was announced by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. The infected person arrived at Tom Bradley International Terminal B