Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
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August 2, 2022 - The Novavax vaccine to prevent serious disease in Covid-19 will begin to be administered at county Public Health vaccination sites beginning tomorrow, Wednesday, August 3. The Novavax injection uses older, protein-based technology rather than the novel mRNA technology utilized by the Pfizer and Moderna Covid-19 vaccines. According to Dr. Glenn Wortmann, infectious disease specialist at MedStar Health, as reported by CNET, Novavax is similar to the Hepatitis B...
The Los Angeles County Health Officer has issued a heat advisory as high temperatures have been forecast for the following areas: Santa Clarita Valley: October 5, 2023, through October 6, 2023. Santa Susana Mountains: October 5, 2023, through October 6, 2023. West San Fernando Valley: October 5, 2023, through October 6, 2023. East San Fernando Valley: October 5, 2023, through October 6, 2023. San Gabriel Valley: October 5, 2023, through October 6, 2023. Calabasas/Agoura...
August 18, 2023 - The County Health Department, which oversees the distribution of free needles to the homeless drug-addicted, has advice regarding an apparent increase in transmission of the Covid-19 virus, including a recommendation to get the new Covid-19 booster that is to be considered for approval next month. The health department admits that hospitalizations due to Covid are at near-record lows but cautions that individuals over the age of 80 are five times more likely...
July 25, 2023 - The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) advises the public to never touch a bat with bare hands, and to report injured, sick, or dead bats. Summer and early-fall months are when rabid bats are most often found in Los Angeles County, especially during July, August, and September. Healthy bats, which are good for the environment, typically hide and sleep during the day and emerge at dusk to fly and eat insects. Only about 1% of bats in...
The origin of the worldwide Covid-19 pandemic which killed millions and caused worldwide disruptions, definitely originated in the Wuhan Institute of virology in mainland China. "Ben Hu, patient zero, the first person in the world to become infected with COVID-19 worked at the Wuhan Institute for Virology and Tony Fauci's NIH paid for this dangerous gain of function research." This acording to US Senator Rand Paul, who tweeted same this morning. "Sharri Markson's book What...
June 21, 2023 - As spring days become warmer - and mosquitos more common - the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health advises all residents to take precautions now to help prevent mosquito-borne diseases. Illnesses such as West Nile virus and Saint Louis Encephalitis virus can be spread through the bite of an infected mosquito here in Los Angeles County. Public Health recommends the following actions to reduce the risk of West Nile virus and other mosquito-borne...
As the storms continue to affect Southern California, keeping dry and safe has been a goal for most families and this includes making sure that their furry family members are out of harm's way. Inclement weather can create an unsafe environment as well as cause anxiety and stress to some pets. LA County's Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC) and the Los Angeles County Animal Care Foundation have some advice on how to keep pets safe and secure. Keep pets indoors as...
SEX! Now that I have your attention, please read this post about Medicare. If not for your sake, then perhaps for someone else you love. It is now OPEN ENROLLMENT, and you can either sign up for Medicare for the first time or switch plans. If you are just getting Medicare for the first time, do not make the mistake of purchasing a Medicare Advantage plan. Buy a private supplemental plan and a separate Part D plan. "D" stands for Drug plan. The supplemental plan may cost you...
Enroll into a vacation style Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Retreat Program! The Dr. J Rising Star Retreat on the beautiful island of Sint Maarten, in the Dutch Caribbean; which runs from October 1st 2022 thru February 28th 2023 and beyond Call us on USA Number (786) 667-7250, Caribbean Number +! 721 553-7877 . . . or email us at retreat@drj-foundation for your consultation/ reservation and secure your spot for the 2 week, 3 week, 1 month 2 month or 3 month program, or simply...
Have you ever heard of sunburn on dogs? Some dogs are at a greater risk of sunburn than others, but it is possible for any dog to get a sunburn under the right conditions. Sunburn on dogs In the article below, we'll explain the risks of sunburn on dogs and how to recognize when a sunburn may be an emergency for your pet. We'll also explore signs and symptoms of sunburn to be on the lookout for. With this information, you should be ready to respond if your pet suffers from a su...
If you watch as much TV as I do, you've seen the ads with the healthcare workers, arms crossed, complaining that LA's new healthcare minimum wage is unfair. The $25 minimum wage only applies to private sector hospitals, and not to public sector hospitals. The measure, which was sponsored by unions like SEIU-UHW, was signed into law by Mayor Garcetti on July 8th. It puts before the voters a ballot initiative to establish a $25/hr minimum wage for private sector healthcare...
Venice Family Clinic is expanding and integrating its medical, mental health, early childhood education and other services to young families with an innovative initiative called The Community Connection. Launched with a $5 million grant from the Tikun Olam Foundation, The Community Connection serves families from the moment they are expecting a child through the first three years of the child's life. It is designed to build better health outcomes and foster economic...
Los Angeles (July 1, 2022) - Dr. Anne L. Coleman, UCLA Fielding School of Public Health professor of epidemiology and an internationally known vision researcher, physician and professional leader, has been named executive medical director and chair of the department of ophthalmology at UCLA's David Geffen School of Medicine. Coleman, a Santa Monica resident, will also serve as director of the UCLA Stein Eye Institute and affiliation chair of the Doheny Eye Institute. Her...
Life might indeed be cool by the pool, but it's even better when it's safe in and around the water. That safety begins with an annual electrical inspection - of your pool, hot tub or spa and all their working parts to ensure that life-saving devices like ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) and all grounding and bonding systems are functioning correctly to prevent hidden electrical hazards. "With swimming pools and hot tubs bringing water and electricity close together,...
Is your dog prone to eating sand when you take him to the beach? Have you ever wondered if this is a cause for concern? Do you know what to do if your dog eats too much sand? If you've ever asked yourself these questions, then this article will help! Many dogs love to go to the beach with their human family members, and it's not uncommon for them to eat a little sand while playing fetch or digging. However, eating too much can be potentially deadly for dogs, so this article is...
Sameday Health, a Venice-based COVID-19 testing company, allegedly falsified and forged test results, according to a complaint released by the Los Angeles City Attorney's Office, which reached a $22.5 million settlement with the company late last week. Sameday Technologies, which operates under Sameday Health, has 55 testing sites throughout the country, with 16 locations in Los Angeles County. In Santa Monica, a Sameday clinic is still open at 1335 3rd St. Promenade. The...
And we thought medical treatment should be passed out without regard to race! In a memo dated December 27, 2021 to health care providers, the New York State Department of Health warns they don't have enough Paxlovid or Monoclonal Antibody Treatment. Therefore, members of minority groups will be given priority over white people who are merely sick. Here's a link, no we're not making this up. http://mssnyenews.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/122821_Notification_107774.pdf It says...
On Saturday, October 2 I had to go to the hospital emergency room. The prior Tuesday I had an unusual leg spasm from my left thigh to my groin area. I've had pulled muscles from sports off and on and thought it was from exercise or just sitting weird in my recliner. By later Wednesday I noticed an occasional cough that felt strange. On Thursday I called my family doctor's office and reported I was coughing occasionally and didn't feel right. I was told by the receptionist,...
WASHINGTON, DC, Nov 26 -- More than six million Americans have been diagnosed as having Alzheimer's Disease and that number is growing at too fast a rate; the projection is that the numbers of Alzheimer's patients will more than double by 2050. According to the Alzheimer's Association, 11.2 million Americans are volunteer caregivers for loved ones with the disease. In fact, family members and friends account for 83% of all Alzheimer's caregivers. The pros are trained to know...
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) would like everyone to enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday by staying safe and healthy. Public Health recommends following the tips below to avoid foodborne illness (also called foodborne disease or food poisoning) and keep the holiday celebration cheerful. Raw or undercooked meats including turkey, chicken, beef, and lamb can contain bacteria such as Campylobacter, Salmonella or E. coli, that cause d...
I've been fairly absent from the blog for a while. With trying to keep up a thriving therapy business during a pandemic, buying a home, starting a 3 year program to become a holistic healthcare practitioner, and as of 6 months ago becoming a father, life has definitely been a whirlwind. Time as well as simply brain bandwidth has become an incredibly important resource (as well as sleep with a 6 month old), and I had resided myself to putting aside product reviews for a time...
Cedars-Sinai Medical Group announced this week that it has selected the contractor to build its new Marina del Rey Hospital and construction of the "technologically-advanced community hospital" will begin in October. "After years of community outreach efforts-gaining support from key community leaders, organizations and the city of Los Angeles-we're excited to begin building a new hospital that will allow those who live and work in the Marina del Rey area to receive the...
September 17, 2021 - Los Angeles County Health Department officials announced this week that they will be issuing a new Health Officer Order that will require vaccine verifications in order to enter bars, wineries breweries, nightclubs, and lounges. Either a vaccine verification or a negative Covid test within 72 hours prior will be required for attending outdoor mega events. These are already required at indoor mega events. The county's press release states the modified...
This 4th of July may be the most significant one in our lifetimes. Independence Day has always been a celebration of our country's freedom. But in 2021, this freedom has an entirely different meaning. We're finally free of the restrictions that have hampered our lives since the COVID 19 pandemic began nearly 18 months ago. But now, over half of the United States population has received at least one of the two vaccine shots, marking a major turning point of immunity. And with...
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) has confirmed 5 new deaths and 172 new cases of COVID-19. Of the five new deaths reported today, three people that passed away were over the age of 80, one person who died was between the ages of 50 and 64, and one person who died was between the ages of 30 and 49. To date, Public Health identified 1,247,899 positive cases of COVID-19 across all areas of L.A. County and a total of 24,445 deaths. There are 220...
