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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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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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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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South LA residents push for organic food co-op

WEBA group in Crenshaw is trying to bring fresh, organic food to their neighborhood through a community-owned health food store.

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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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South Los Angeles community leaders sign agreement for Lorenzo …

WEBAs part of the Agreement with UNIDAD Coalition Organizations, Palmer has agreed to provide 7,500 square feet in the Project for a community-serving medical clinic …

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New wellness center opens at Jefferson High

WEBJefferson High School celebrated a new addition Thursday. The newest building at the end of the athletic field looks like most of the others on the school’s campus, but inside it …

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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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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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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: 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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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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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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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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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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LA School Board unanimously passes teen dating violence resolution

WEBLA United School District Board unanimously voted to expand its dating violence prevention programs in the wake of the alleged murder of a girl by her ex-boyfriend.

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