By Gigi Moreno, Ph.D.

In August, I received an email from Kaiser Permanente asking members to volunteer for a COVID vaccine trial. I have never volunteered as a test subject for any scientific experiment. I also do my best to minimize exposing...

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December 30, 2021: Free...

The new year brings a fresh start and a renewed sense of resilience as we continue to LiveWell during COVID-19. It is also a great time to take stock and create a plan to prioritize your health and well-being. Here are three ways Beach Cities Health...

Keep the face coverings and hand sanitizer nearby; COVID-19 vaccine isn't likely to be available to most Americans until the spring

By Dr. William Kim, Chief Medical Advisor, Beach Cities Health District

The end is near. But not...

Recent surge in COVID-19 cases has made December site’s busiest month to date

The Los Angeles County COVID-19 drive-thru test site at the Beach Cities Health District (BCHD) campus will administer its 100,000th test today, the site’s...

As we move into this Thanksgiving season, take time to pause for gratitude. Relationships serve as meaningful opportunities to share hearty conversations, savor sweet memories and be generous with acts of kindness. Be kind to everyone and be...

By Kerianne Lawson, Chief Programs Officer, Beach Cities Health District

I love the holidays - the lights, the decorations, and of course the food. The community seems to sparkle in the dark winter nights. This year, in the midst of...

REDONDO BEACH, Calif. (October 26, 2020) – Residents and employees of Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach have access to free assistance with Covered California enrollment – the state’s implementation of the Affordable Care Act – through...

Beach Cities Health District (BCHD) is currently accepting applications for its Micro-Enrichment Grants (MEG) to enhance the community’s ability to provide preventive health services. These grants can provide up to $5,000 per request in a fiscal year...

We’re now into the eighth month of the COVID-19 pandemic. We’ve all learned to wash our hands for 20 seconds or more at a time and we know how far six feet is between us and the next closest person. When we leave our homes, we’ve always taken our keys...

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