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Reviving South LA’s Martin Luther King Hospital

WEBThe healthcare needs of South L.A., also known as Service Planning Area 6, not only included emergency and trauma services, but also inpatient services, primary …

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Facing off against pollution in South LA neighborhoods

WEBRecent versions include an analysis of the relationship between race and the CalEnviroScreen scores. The data indicates that Latinos and African Americans are …

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South LA health resources still in crticial condition

WEBSouth Los Angeles has one of the most medically underserved populations in the country and lacks basic and vital health resources, even with the help of a handful …

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South LA clinic offers look at reform’s promise, limits

WEBA visit to the To Help Everyone Health and Wellness Center in South Los Angeles offers a very different perspective on what health reform means at the ground …

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A healthier South LA: Food options increase while obesity decreases

WEBSouth L.A. has long been known for having one of the highest obesity rates in the county. But changes in food options and the availability of exercise options may be …

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Lack of fresh food and grocery stores concerns many in South Los …

WEBIn South Los Angeles, the 1992 Los Angeles riots marked a turning point, said Dave Heylen, the vice president of communications at the California Grocers …

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Compton life expectancy among lowest in Los Angeles County

WEBA report released by the public health department titled “Life Expectancy in Los Angeles County” suggests that Compton ranks among the lowest life expectancy in L.A. County. …

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Obesity concerns still rank high in South LA

WEBBy Daniella Segura. Moving to South Los Angeles from her home of 18 years in Los Feliz, Marie-Alise de Marco expected many changes, but the lack of healthy food …

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Recuperative Care Center aims to aid homeless in South L.A.

WEBWith an operating budget of approximately $3 million, the care center will be staffed largely by registered nurses and nurse practitioners overseen by a licensed …

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CDC gives South LA’s Community Coalition $3 million grant

WEBThe Centers for Disease Control gave the South Los Angeles-based Community Coalition a $3 million grant last week to improve health in the region. The REACH grant, short for …

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Nonprofit spotlight: UMMA Community Clinic

WEBIntersection’s Nonprofit Spotlight series profiles South L.A. organizations that are propelling positive change in South L.A. . Once called the University Muslim Medical …

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Lark Galloway-Gilliam, South LA health activist, dies at 61

WEBLark Galloway-Gilliam, the founder of activist organization Community Health Councils who pushed for quality health and healthcare in South L.A., has died. …

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Nonprofit Spotlight: Bienestar

WEBCRCS (Comprehensive Risk Counseling Services) – Program for gay and bisexual men and transgender women. Hours: Monday – Friday, 10am-7pm. Contact …

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Breaking South L.A.’s cycle of teen pregnancy

WEBThough the national teen birth rate has dropped to reach record lows, South LA’s teen birth rate continues to be well above the national average and remains the …

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Where to get your free or low-cost vaccinations

WEBView Larger Map. Watts South 1522 E. 102nd Street Los Angeles, CA 90002 (323) 563-4053

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Seed Lady works toward community garden in Watts

WEBThe certified master gardener will help set up a new 2.48-acre plot of land in Watts, working alongside her friend, Janine Watkins, of the non-profit Watts Labor Community Action …

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Nonprofit Spotlight: Los Angeles Child Guidance Clinic

WEBWhich areas does the Los Angeles Child Guidance Clinic serve? Central and South Los Angeles. What services does the Los Angeles Child Guidance Clinic …

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Spring Into Health Festival

WEBFourth Annual Spring into Health Festival South Los Angeles Community Fair Brings Free Health Screenings, Cooking and Fitness Demonstrations, Product …

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