By Marie Y. Lemelle Contributing Writer For the past several weeks, the number of people lining up to get the COVID-19 vaccinations has increased, largely […]
Category: Health
Summer water activities can be safe in post-COVID world
By Marie Y. Lemelle Contributing Writer With the first day of summer just around the corner and hot temperatures already here, water activities are bound […]
Governor says wearing masks likely to continue
Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — Although the state lifted the vast majority of its COVID-19 restrictions June 15, Gov. Gavin Newsom warned that the […]
Afraid to quit wearing the mask? You aren’t alone
By Marie Y. Lemelle Contributing Wrier Wearing a face mask daily for more than 14 months years has worn thin for many people and has […]
Recycling facility owner offers vaccination incentive
By Sue Favor Contributing Writer SOUTH LOS ANGELES — Being vaccinated against COVID-19 could pay dividends, thanks to one South Los Angeles business owner. Those […]
Ground breaking planed for AIDS Monument in WeHo Park
Wave Staff Report WEST HOLLYWOOD — The Foundation for the AIDS Monument will conduct a private groundbreaking event June 5 to commemorate the 40th anniversary […]
Officials stress vaccinations as COVID cases decline
Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — With state and local incentives up for grabs, Los Angeles County health officials continue to urge residents to get […]
Local plastic surgeon to observe National Smile Day
Independent Staff Report WEST HOLLYWOOD — A local plastic surgeon will celebrate National Smile Day May 31. Dr. Robert Beinrauh is a plastic and reconstructive […]
Returning to normalcy may cause anxiety, stress
By Marie Y. Lemelle Contributing Writer Since 1949, Mental Health Awareness Month has been observed every May. Data shows that the pandemic has had a […]
County to follow state guidelines on face masks
Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — County Supervisor Kathryn Barger, who last week called on the governor to immediately align the state with relaxed federal […]