While conditions so far are nowhere near as daunting as last autumn — when hospitals labored under the strain of a “tripledemic” spawned by wide simultaneous circulation of COVID-19, flu and respiratory syncytial virus — the transmittable trio is on the rise.
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What do more quakes at one of California’s riskiest volcanoes mean? Scientists think they know
The Long Valley Caldera, which includes the Mammoth Lakes area, has been undergoing geological changes and seismic activity, which can precede a volcanic eruption. But scientists say not to worry.
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Oops! California earthquake early-warning test goes off 7 hours too early for some
Some Californians received a test of the earthquake early-warning system seven hours before the appointed time, waking them at 3:19 a.m. Thursday. The warning was supposed to be scheduled for 10:19 a.m. Thursday.
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Hilary’s jagged path: How the storm wound up over Compton and Dodger Stadium
New Leaf Community Markets brand manager Lindsay Gizdich said the store is moving from Pacific Avenue in order to have…
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Reeling from the deadliest wildfire in a century, Maui sees ghosts from California’s past
As Hawaii begins to tally the damage and assess how to improve its safety procedures to address extreme fire weather, California can offer many lessons.
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With coronavirus uptick, should I get a COVID shot? When are new vaccines available?
Updated versions and new vaccines for COVID-19, influenza and respiratory syncytial virus will be rolled out this fall.
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New coronavirus subvariant Eris is gaining dominance. Is it fueling an increase in cases?
It’s possible the Eris subvariant, formally known as EG.5, might have even further immune-escape advantage than other members of the Omicron coronavirus family.
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Long COVID link to mental health conditions prompts federal advisory
It can be challenging to determine whether mental health illness is the result of long COVID, but “treating symptoms is vital to recovery,” said an advisory by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
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Public Notice: PVUSD Seeks Qualified Individuals for Interim Superintendent of Schools Position
Some Californians received a test of the earthquake early-warning system seven hours before the appointed time, waking…
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The hidden flaw in California homes that can cause earthquake destruction
The defect that can cause single-family houses to collapse has received little attention until now. Some California homeowners will soon be able to apply for grant to help pay for the retrofit.