Santa Monica Library Increases Cleaning Amid E. Coli Allegations

City officials have increased library cleaning amid E. coli allegations but have yet to receive the test results.

Latest On Cyclospora Outbreak As Over 300 Cases Reported In CA

Californians may soon be able to chow down on their favorite lettuce wraps without worry after cyclosporiasis cases made many think twice.

Santa Monica Pier Among 3 Local Beaches Unsafe For Swimming Due To High Bacteria

Recent testing revealed several local beaches have bacteria levels that exceed health standards, officials said.

Ocean Bacteria Warning Issued For 2 Santa Monica Areas

LA County's Department of Public Health advises the public to avoid swimming, surfing and playing in ocean waters at two Santa Monica areas.

Surprising Findings In LA County Life Expectancy Study: See How Santa Monica Compares

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

Dr. Bob or Indiana Jones?

A Lighthouse Medical Mission is always an adventure. Next stop: Liberia

New Santa Monica Vending Machines Dispense Free Condoms, COVID Tests

New vending machines in Santa Monica are stocked with unusual items.

Santa Monica Beach Unsafe For Swimming Due To Bacteria Levels

Recent testing revealed several local beaches have bacteria levels that exceed health standards, officials said.

Into my parents' homeland on medical mission

A Lighthouse student translates for the Lighthouse Medical Mission in El Salvador

Ocean Water Advisory Issued For Santa Monica Beaches

Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is warning about water quality affected by fire debris and high bacterial levels.

Toxic Wildfire Runoff Closes Santa Monica State Beach Indefinitely

A quarter of LA County's coastline may be impacted by wildfire runoff, health officials said this week.

2 Santa Monica Beaches Unsafe For Swimming Due To Bacteria Levels

Recent testing revealed several local beaches have bacteria levels that exceed health standards, officials said.

Santa Monica Hospital Among 10 Best In California: New Ranking

Two Santa Monica hospitals were named among the best in California in a new ranking released by Newsweek.

Despite The Heat, Avoid This Santa Monica Beach: Health Department

There are several Los Angeles County beaches you should avoid due to high bacteria levels this week.

2 Santa Monica Beaches Unsafe For Swimming Due To Bacteria Levels

Recent testing revealed several Santa Monica beaches have bacteria levels that exceed health standards, officials said.

Santa Monica Beach 3rd Most Polluted On The West Coast: New Report

Santa Monica Beach is among the most polluted out of 700 beaches up and down the West Coast, according to Heal the Bay.

Santa Monica Beach Among 14 LA County Beaches Unsafe For Swimming

Recent testing revealed 14 LA County have bacteria levels that exceed health standards, officials said.

Santa Monica Beaches Unsafe For Swimming Due To Bacteria Levels

Recent testing revealed 18 LA County beaches have bacteria levels that exceed health standards, officials said.

Santa Monica Beach Unsafe For Swimming Due To Bacteria Levels: County

Recent testing revealed one Santa Monica beach has bacteria levels that exceed health standards, officials said.

Santa Monica Beaches Unsafe For Swimming Due To Bacteria Levels

Recent testing revealed several Santa Monica beaches have bacteria levels that exceed health standards, officials said.

Blood Donations At Emergency Levels: Where To Donate In Santa Monica

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

Bacteria Warning Issued For Santa Monica Beaches

Before heading out to surf and soak in the sun, make sure there aren't unhealthy levels of bacteria at your beach.

Bacteria Warning Issued For Santa Monica Beach On July 31

Eight other LA County beaches are also unsafe to swim at, health officials warn.

Potential COVID-19 Exposure At Santa Monica City Council Meeting

Santa Monica officials were notified that a person who attended this week's City Council meeting tested positive for COVID-19.

Bacteria Warning Issued For Santa Monica, LA Beaches

The Los Angeles County Department of Health cautions residents before swimming or surfing along the coast.

Santa Monica Home To California's Most Polluted Beach, Report Says

The beach at Santa Monica Pier scored the top spot as most polluted beach in California according to this year's Heal The Bay report cards.

Ocean Water Quality Advisory Issued For Santa Monica

Public Health officials in LA County issued an advisory for all county beaches due to possible increases of bacteria in ocean waters.

Officials Seek Identity Of Critically Ill Patient In Santa Monica

Providence Saint John's Health Center is seeking the public's help in identifying a critically-ill patient in their care.

Ocean Water Quality Advisory Issued For Santa Monica

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

Rain Prompts Beach Water Use Advisory In Santa Monica

Public Health officials in Santa Monica issued an advisory for all city beaches due to possible increases of bacteria in ocean waters.

2 Santa Monica Hospitals Ranked Best In CA For Maternity Care

UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center and Providence Saint John's Health Center received “high performing” designations in the 2022-23 report.

Ocean Water Use Warning Issued For Santa Monica, LA Beaches

Increased bacteria means residents should avoid swimming in these five L.A. County beaches, including the beach at Santa Monica Pier.

Free Blood Pressure, Cholesterol Screening Near Santa Monica

Walmarts across California will host free health screenings and low-cost immunizations on Saturday.

Free PCR COVID Tests: Where To Find Tests Near Santa Monica

Libraries across LA County will offer free PCR test kits and results as Angelenos prepare for another possible mask-wearing mandate.

Avoid Swimming At The Santa Monica Pier: LA County

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health issued a warning for a Santa Monica beach Tuesday.

Win An Elvis-Inspired Trip, Guitar By Donating Blood In Santa Monica

The American Red Cross will give a lucky blood donor the chance to live like Elvis Presley for three nights.

Santa Monica Pier Water Has Elevated Bacteria Levels: LACDPH

Visitors are advised to stay out of the water surrounding the pier until further notice.

Santa Monica Hospital Among Best CA Hospital Safety Grades: Report

The Leapfrog Group graded all of the state's hospitals based on more than 30 measures of patient safety. See how your local hospital fared.

Santa Monica Beach Bacteria Warning Extends

Bacteria levels are exceeding state standards, prompting an ocean use warning for surfers and swimmers at several LA beaches.

Bacteria Warning Underway In Santa Monica, Other LA Beaches

Bacteria warnings were issued for four SoCal beaches.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

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