Santa Clara County raises awareness about Black women dying in childbirth
Santa Clara Valley Healthcare says they wanted this event to celebrate Black motherhood but also focus on the alarming rate of Black women who are dying during childbirth. "Black women are three to four more times as likely to die in childbirth. Black women in their 20s, with promise, with hope, stand before you already exhausted," said Leilani Jones, Santa Clara Valley Healthcare.
Santa Clara Valley Healthcare says they wanted this event to celebrate Black motherhood but also focus on the alarming rate of Black women who are dying during childbirth. "Black women are three to four more times as likely to die in childbirth. Black women in their 20s, with promise, with hope, stand before you already exhausted," said Leilani Jones, Santa Clara Valley Healthcare.
Is San Jose one of the healthiest U.S. cities?
San Jose has made the top 25 in a nationwide healthiest city survey, but advocates say deep inequities still persist.
San Jose has made the top 25 in a nationwide healthiest city survey, but advocates say deep inequities still persist.
O.J. Simpson's life in Las Vegas after release from prison
Football legend, former inmate and Las Vegas resident O.J. Simpson died on April 10 -- nearly 30 years after he was acquitted of murdering his ex-wife Nichole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman and almost 7 years after he was released from prison after serving 9 years for robbery.
Football legend, former inmate and Las Vegas resident O.J. Simpson died on April 10 -- nearly 30 years after he was acquitted of murdering his ex-wife Nichole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman and almost 7 years after he was released from prison after serving 9 years for robbery.
Napping at work? Survey reveals how many workers sleep on the clock
The survey found remote workers took the longest naps.
The survey found remote workers took the longest naps.
PFAS and cancer: The truth behind 'forever chemicals'
The Biden administration has implemented stringent regulations on "forever chemicals" in drinking water
The Biden administration has implemented stringent regulations on "forever chemicals" in drinking water
PFAS: EPA imposes first-ever limits on 'forever chemicals' in drinking water
The Environmental Protection Agency is imposing first-ever limits on certain "forever chemicals" in tap water that will require utilities to reduce them to the lowest level they can be reliably measured.
The Environmental Protection Agency is imposing first-ever limits on certain "forever chemicals" in tap water that will require utilities to reduce them to the lowest level they can be reliably measured.
Innovative prosthetic limb surgery piloted at San Francisco VA medical center
April is Limb Loss Awareness Month. A first-ever two-part procedure known as osseointegration was piloted at the Veteran’s Affairs Health Care System in San Francisco.
April is Limb Loss Awareness Month. A first-ever two-part procedure known as osseointegration was piloted at the Veteran’s Affairs Health Care System in San Francisco.
Secretary of Health comes to Oakland's Clinica de la Raza
The Secretary of Health, a native-born Californian through and through, came home to highlight the Biden Administration's healthcare investments.
The Secretary of Health, a native-born Californian through and through, came home to highlight the Biden Administration's healthcare investments.
California health officials warn against taking Pyramid Wholesale sexual enhancement supplements
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has issued a second consumer warning urging individuals to avoid certain dietary supplements marketed for sexual enhancement due to undisclosed prescription drug ingredients that could pose serious health risks.
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has issued a second consumer warning urging individuals to avoid certain dietary supplements marketed for sexual enhancement due to undisclosed prescription drug ingredients that could pose serious health risks.
Families reunited after Coast Guard Cutter docks at Base Alameda
150 military members were deployed for 100 days on Coast Guard Cutter Bertholf across the Pacific. The crew returned Monday, reuniting with their families after engaging in international relations at sea.
150 military members were deployed for 100 days on Coast Guard Cutter Bertholf across the Pacific. The crew returned Monday, reuniting with their families after engaging in international relations at sea.
Hand sanitizer, aloe gel recalled over warnings it could cause comas or blindness
Several lots of hand sanitizer and aloe gel are being recalled for containing methanol, which can put consumers at risk for serious health issues, according to federal health officials.
Several lots of hand sanitizer and aloe gel are being recalled for containing methanol, which can put consumers at risk for serious health issues, according to federal health officials.
This is the healthiest city in America: Report
WalletHub's latest report on America's healthiest cities reveals stark differences, with some thriving while others face significant health challenges.
WalletHub's latest report on America's healthiest cities reveals stark differences, with some thriving while others face significant health challenges.
Study finds 'forever chemicals' including PFAS in popular bandage brands
A recent study found "forever chemicals," like PFAS, in popular bandage brands, raising concerns about health risks from seemingly innocuous household items.
A recent study found "forever chemicals," like PFAS, in popular bandage brands, raising concerns about health risks from seemingly innocuous household items.
Family warning others about getting plastic surgery in Mexico following sister's death
One family is speaking out and warning others after their sister died during a plastic surgery operation in Mexico.
One family is speaking out and warning others after their sister died during a plastic surgery operation in Mexico.
Widower pays off school lunch debts statewide, honoring late wife's legacy
An Oklahoma widower has embarked on a mission to pay off school lunch debts for students across the state following the death of his wife from cancer.
An Oklahoma widower has embarked on a mission to pay off school lunch debts for students across the state following the death of his wife from cancer.
First responders detail the intense moments during dramatic Marin County cliff rescue
A man was stuck on a cliff in Marin County the evening of Easter. It could have ended in a tragedy, but thanks to the work of Sonoma Sheriffs helicopter unit, a young man from Louisiana walked away with no serious injuries.
A man was stuck on a cliff in Marin County the evening of Easter. It could have ended in a tragedy, but thanks to the work of Sonoma Sheriffs helicopter unit, a young man from Louisiana walked away with no serious injuries.
Santa Clara County spends $20M on contract nurses amid three-day strike
A scheduled three-day nurse strike started in Santa Clara County on Tuesday.
A scheduled three-day nurse strike started in Santa Clara County on Tuesday.
Bird flu: Can humans get infected?
After reports emerged of a Texas dairy worker being infected with bird flu, here's a comprehensive overview detailing everything you need to understand about the disease and its potential for transmission to humans.
After reports emerged of a Texas dairy worker being infected with bird flu, here's a comprehensive overview detailing everything you need to understand about the disease and its potential for transmission to humans.
Family of 80-year-old stroke patient says cruise line left her to fend for herself
A couple shared an ordeal they experienced after the wife's mother suffered a stroke while on vacation. They say the cruise line she was traveling with did little to help.
A couple shared an ordeal they experienced after the wife's mother suffered a stroke while on vacation. They say the cruise line she was traveling with did little to help.
CDC warns of invasive bacterial outbreak amid spike in cases and fatality rates
An invasive bacterial infection is on the rise in the U.S., according to the CDC. A physician at Ohio State's Wexner Medical Center shared tips on treatment and prevention.
An invasive bacterial infection is on the rise in the U.S., according to the CDC. A physician at Ohio State's Wexner Medical Center shared tips on treatment and prevention.