Long Beach Boy, 13, Loses Use Of Legs After Contracting West Nile Virus

Joseph Vazquez developed a rare neurological complication as Long Beach experiences its worst West Nile virus year since 2014.

West Nile Cases Surge To 21 In Long Beach, 2nd-Highest Total On Record

Five more cases were confirmed in less than a week, and 71 percent of reported cases involved neuroinvasive disease.

Independence at Home Presents Fall Prevention - a Free Virtual Class, 2-3 pm September 8

September is National Falls Prevention Awareness Month. Falls are avoidable by keeping physically fit and by taking precautions in the home.

Ahead Of Vincent Thomas Bridge Closure, Thousands Could Get Free Air Purifiers

Caltrans is offering the devices to households near detour routes as it prepares to shut the Vincent Thomas Bridge for 16 months.

LA County To Host Mental Health Wellness Fair In Long Beach

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and in recognition of that, wellness fairs are scheduled for Long Beach, Lakewood and Paramount.

Swimming Advisory Issued For Long Beach Waters

A usage advisory has been issued for beaches and bays in the City of Long Beach due to the rain that occurred over the weekend.

Surprising Findings In LA County Life Expectancy Study: See How Long Beach Compares

People who live in Long Beach have a different life expectancy than the average LA County and California resident, a new study shows.

How to Age Independently: Free Online Classes for Older Adults and Caregivers

SCAN Independence at Home offers trusted, free online classes via Zoom to provide answers to frequent questions in a welcoming format.

SCAN's Independence at Home Offers Free Classes to 55+ & Their Caregivers to Keep them Healthy & Independent

Independence at Home is a community service of SCAN Health Plan® providing no-cost services and supports to seniors and their caregivers.

Rarer Variant Of Mpox Confirmed In Long Beach, 1st In US Not Linked To Travel

It's the first case of the disease in the U.S. not linked to travel.

Self-Management Health Programs Free

Independence at Home (A SCAN Community Service) and the Self-Management Resource Center are offering two free 6-sessions classes this fall.

Eligibility Expanded: Independence at Home’s MSSP Now Open to Adults Age 60+

MSSP offers numerous benefits, including monthly contact with a registered nurse or social worker, home visits at least quarterly, and more.

Flea-Borne Typhus Infections On The Rise In Long Beach: Officials

If the trend continues, the city expects to surpass its single-year record of 28 cases, according to health officials.

Suspect In Fatal Shooting Of Long Beach Man Arrested: Police

Police say the suspect and victim had been interacting over a family matter prior to the shooting on July 31.

Planet Fitness To Offer Free Workouts This Weekend In Long Beach

The offer is available from May 3-4 at Planet Fitness locations in Riverside, San Bernardino, Los Angeles, Orange and Ventura counties.

SCAN Independence at Home Offers Aging Mastery Program

The Aging Mastery Program is composed of 10 classes each about a different aspect of aging. Participants will build a playbook for aging.

Long Beach Hospital Ranks Among Best Places To Have A Baby: U.S. News

Long Beach's MemorialCare Miller Children's & Women's Hospital was among 817 hospitals in the country with the best maternity care.

Smoke Advisory Issued In Long Beach Due To Multiple Nearby Fires

Potential direct smoke impact from the Bridge, Line, Airport and Roblar fires led health officials to issue a smoke advisory in LA County.

Health Department Awarded $1M Grant To Reduce Hepatitus Infection

The Long Beach Health Department will use the grant to enhance care and reduce infection of hepatitis B.

Long Beach Food Pantry Now Offers Diverse Options

Lutheran Social Services Receives Food Equity Grant Expands its Long Beach Food Pantry Program

Boxing Studio Opens First Long Beach Location At 2nd and PCH

The Long Beach Rumble Boxing studio offers a variety of classes including a free intro class for first-timers and dynamic advanced classes.

MemorialCare Naples Hospital Now Open To Public

The new MemorialCare location expands access to healthcare and comprehensive family medicine to the Naples community.

Tuberculosis Outbreak Kills 1 In Long Beach

A tuberculosis outbreak in Long Beach has killed one person and hospitalized nine more, city health officials said.

Pop-Up Spotlight: Long Beach Strong Boxing Classes

Long Beach's premiere shopping center 2ND & PCH will host weekly fitness classes to encourage the community to stay active.

Billy Blanks® Brings Tae Bo® to Long Beach

Billy Blanks is teaching Tae Bo boxing at the Alpert Jewish Community Center at 9 am, March 16 and 17, 2024. RSVP a must!

A Unique Perspective on Aging - Be Prepared For an Aging Population

Did you know 10,000 people turn 65 every day? It's true, and baby boomers make up 25% of the population. Learn their needs and how to help.

Blood Donations At Emergency Levels: Where To Donate In Long Beach

Blood and platelet donors are urgently needed due to a nationwide blood shortage, according to the American Red Cross.

First Baby Born In 2024 In Long Beach A Boy

Despite being two weeks earlier than anticipated, the baby boy came into the world healthy just about 30 minutes into 2024.

Rare Human Case Of Encephalitis Confirmed In Long Beach

This is the first time in 40 years that mosquito-borne encephalitis was discovered in the region, according to health officials.

SCAN Independence at Home Offers “Trading Ages™” Education to the Comm

Sign-up for no-cost, in-person training designed for professionals and community members who work or interact with older adults.

Rare Case Of Dengue Fever Reported In Long Beach

This case marks only the second time California has documented locally transmitted dengue. The disease is not endemic in the state.

Free Seminar and Digital Coaching for Senior Citizens August 29

SCAN Health Plan's Independence at Home and Providence Little Company of Mary Offer Free Senior Education Event August 29, 2023.

Crisis Response Team Will Provide Mental Health Support In Long Beach

The five-person team will respond to service calls including mental health support, health education and resource navigation.

50,000 Gallons Of Sewage Spills Into Long Beach Waters, Beaches Closed

This is the third sewage spill to affect Long Beach since the start of 2023 and the fifth in LA County in the last nine months.

MinuteClinic mental health services launch at CVS Pharmacy locations

Mental health counseling available in select MinuteClinic locations and virtually for all California residents

250,000 Gallons Of Raw Sewage Spills Into LA River, Closes LB Beaches

This spill is the second to affect Long Beach in less than two months and the fourth in LA County in just eight months.

New City Health Order Doubles Down On Requirements For Care Providers

A new health order that took effect Monday doubled down on vaccine and mask requirements for Long Beach healthcare professionals.

Ocean Water Quality Advisory Issued For Long Beach

Officials are warning people to stay out of the ocean following the recent rainstorm.

Doctor Returns After Stay in Ukraine Providing Medical Training

Dr. Edwin McGroarty, chief of staff at Catalina Island Medical Center, recently returned from Ukraine where he provided medical training.

18,000 Gallon Sewage Spill Shutters Beaches In Long Beach

The Long Beach spill is the third in LA County in seven months and was caused by sewer capacity and heavy rainfall, officials said.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.