Nurses in Brawley share heart health advice for American Heart Month
As part of American Heart Month, healthcare providers in the Imperial Valley are encouraging residents to take a closer look at their heart…
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February marks Heart Health Month: Doctor shares tips to protect your heart
February is officially Heart Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in the…
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Laboratory expands cervical cancer screening options with new HPV self-collection tests
The test allows patients to order their own FDA approved swab for private self-collection. The test determines if HPV associated with cervical cancer…
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Yuma clinic celebrates grand opening
Located at 100 East 24th Street in Yuma, the clinic offers routine primary care, as well as weight management, preventative health screenings,…
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Voluntary recall of marijuana products due to contamination
Certain cannabis products may be contaminated with Aspergillus, a fungus that can cause allergic reactions or infection, usually in people with…
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City of Yuma launches ‘Access for All’ campaign
According to a press release, the campaign is raising awareness “about what accessibility looks like in everyday life, celebrating progress made…
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Orange County health officials confirm new measles case, possible exposure at Disneyland
Health officials in Orange County have confirmed their second measles case of 2026, involving an international traveler who arrived at Los Angeles…
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State of California sues Rady Children’s Hospital over dropping gender-affirming care services
Rady Children’s Hospital is being sued by the state of California after announcing it would close its center for gender-affirming…
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YCHD warn community about cases of whooping cough
During this season where illness continues to spread, it’s important to know what symptoms to look out for and how to prevent yourself from getting…
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New Class Car Club hosts Yuma vs. Cancer Car Show
It welcomed over 230 vehicles and more than a thousand spectators and supporters, with everyone standing with the community to support local cancer…
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Veterans outpatient clinic breaks ground in Fortuna Foothills
Local and state leaders, Veterans, and community members gathered to mark the start of the long-anticipated project that is scheduled to open in the…
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Innercare faces federal labor complaint
Innercare is facing a federal complaint from the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). The NLRB alleges Innercare management interfered with…
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Yuma Anti-Drug Coalition to distribute free Narcan
Starting Monday through Friday at 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., their office, off of W. First Street and N. Second Avenue, will be one of five free…
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Pentagon pauses HIV-positive recruit training
CNN has learned Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made the decision Friday. It comes after a federal appeals court ordered a pause in a lower court…
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Leaders and locals react to Trump’s new healthcare plan
The new proposal, called the “Great Healthcare Plan,” comes after subsidies for the Affordable Care Act expired at the end of last…
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A new local plan looks to ease healthcare hurdles in Imperial County
Community Advantage Plus is a new local health plan that combines Medicare and Medi-Cal, making it easier for residents to manage appointments,…
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Local students participate in “Mentor Me” program at Onvida Health
Local students were given the opportunity to have an inside look at some of the labs at Onvida…
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Flu activity in the U.S. reaches highest level in 25 years
Flu activity in the United States has reached the highest levels seen in 25 years. All but four U.S. states are at high or very high levels of flu…
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Starter dose of Wegovy now available as a daily pill
On Monday, drugmaker Novo Nordisk announced it is making its weight-loss drug Wegovy available as a pill, and for less than $150 a…
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Evangeline Lilly, ‘Ant-Man’ and ‘Lost’ actress, says she has brain damage
Evangeline Lilly says she’s suffering from brain damage after the actress fainted and hit her head on a rock at a beach several months…
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