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<p>In some of California’s top strawberry-growing counties, levels of banned methyl bromide — a chemical known to cause reproductive harm — remain nearly as high as they were a decade ago, despite a mandated phaseout in 2005. Concentration remains nearly as high as in 1999, resulting in trea
<p>What makes or keeps us healthy often has nothing to do with what happens in our doctor's office or a hospital. Angila Griffin made this discovery a few months ago when a community health worker stopped by to check on her kids, who have asthma. Jean Figaro came armed with vinegar and baking soda.
<p>An increase in malpractice insurance coverage is under review by Dominican Hospital's parent, Catholic Healthcare West, sparking concerns among doctors locally and across the state.</p>
<p>Nicole Brambila examines some of the factors — income, education, healthy food access and neighborhood safety, just to name a few — that contribute to life expectancy in the Coachella Valley.</p>
<p>As summer temperatures rise, so do fears of asthma and other illnesses caused by all the air pollution converging on the east Los Angeles community of Boyle Heights. With its proximity to freeways, industrial sites and shipping corridors, activists say the geography of Boyle Heights brings a disp
<p>During the past three years, Long Beach has shown a commitment to pushing the envelope when it comes to promoting clean and green transportation options. But has the city lived up to its agreement with the L.A. County Public Health Department?</p>
<p>In the past few years, Long Beach, Calif. has undergone changes to reduce traffic, increase pedestrian safety and promote bicycle use among residents. Damien Newton continues a series on the city's efforts to transform itself into a more livable community.</p>
<p>Bicycle advocates from Copenhagen to Bogota to Northeast Los Angeles have all made the case that what's good for bicycles is good for business. Nowhere in America is that statement being put to the test more than in Long Beach.</p>
<p>A preview of Streetsblog coverage of Long Beach and its initiatives to improve transportation and livability for its residents.</p>
