Health
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New documentary honors Dr. Charles Drew, father of blood banking
Wave Staff Report WASHINGTON — The American Red Cross and the NAACP will premiere “Iconic Excellence: The Legacy of Dr.…
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First adult in L.A. County cured of sickle cell disease
Wave Staff Report LOS ANGELES — Donte Cofield calls it a “miracle. The first adult in Los Angeles County to…
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Young teens’ love of football outweighs the risks of playing
By Sophie Martin Contributing Writer SAN FRANCISCO — Billy, an 11th grader at Belmont Hill School in Belmont, Massachusetts, has…
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Ebola outbreak rages on in Congo, threat to U.S. remains low, officials say
By Constant Same Bagalwa and Ope Adetayo Contributing Writers BUNIA, Congo (AP) — Parents and teachers at the epicenter of…
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Federal cuts will make more children lose health coverage
By Mark Kreidler Contributing Writer LOS ANGELES — From the outset of the Republican-led attack on federal Medicaid funding, health…
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Black CDC director says she’s ready to confront challenges
By Mike Stobbe Contributing Writer NEW YORK (AP) — In her first large staff meeting, the new director of the…
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Mental health workers say algorithmic triage is hurting patients
By Nick Romeo Contributing Writer When Kaiser Permanente triage clinician Harimandir Khalsa began working in the psychiatry department at Kaiser’s…
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Sickle cell advocates urge governor to maintain current funding
By Antonio Ray Harvey Contributing Writer SACRAMENTO — Representatives of the Cayenne Wellness Center, a leading advocate for California’s sickle…
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Trump’s public charge rule threatens food, health safety nets
By Sunita Sohrabji Contributing Writer SAN FRANICSCO — Even before it takes effect on Sept. 18, the Trump administration’s reimplementation…
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WisePause Wellness offers daylong help with menopause
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer LOS ANGELES — Women in Los Angeles often wait months to see a menopause specialist.…
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