When we think of our health, bones might not always be the first thing that comes to mind. Yet, these sturdy structures are the foundation of our body, providing support, protection and mobility. However, as we age, this foundation can weaken over...
The Beach Cities of Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach continue to score high on the Gallup National Health and Well-Being Index (WBI) while well-being declines nationally coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Beach Cities’ score of...
Finding a Mental Health Care Provider
What are you looking for? Assess your areas of needs and what you are seeking.
- Physician - physical Exam, patterns of illness symptoms...
The new year is a good time to check on any changes to your health insurance and ensure you know how to make the most out of your benefits. Below are some commonly asked questions about insurance and links to resources to get more information.
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Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women, but you can do a lot to monitor and protect your heart health.
Heart-healthy living involves understanding your risk, making healthy choices and taking steps...
This is a time of year when many people have gifts on their minds. Gifts come in all shapes and sizes, and not all gifts come during the holidays. I’d like to take a brief look back at some of the gifts our community has received in the last year....
- What is naloxone?
- Naloxone is a medication that can reverse an overdose that is caused by an opioid drug, including heroin, fentanyl and prescription opioid medications.
- When administered during an opioid overdose, naloxone...
Blue Zones Project ApprovedTM Grocery Stores make it easy to add well-being to your shopping list by offering Blue Zones® foods that are enjoyed around the world. Consider adding these ingredients to your pantry to set your kitchen up for healthy...
Health experts are forecasting a potential “tripledemic” this fall with the flu, COVID-19 and Respiratory Syncytial Virus, or RSV. Here is some information on how you can protect yourself from getting one (or more) of these viruses.
The best...
Gallup is partnering with Beach Cities Health District to conduct an important study about well-being, conducting a short survey to understand more about people who live in the Beach Cities area.
Survey participants have been randomly selected...
