Cedars-Sinai Gifted $10M to Create Memory and Aging Program
Cedars-Sinai announced a $10 million gift to establish the Bernard and Maxine Platzer Lynn Family Memory and Healthy Aging Program in the Department of Neurology on March 25.
Plans to Make OpenBH Permanent Underway
The OpenBH Conversion Code and Fee Structure Subcommittee reviewed a preliminary draft of potential changes to permanent open-air dining code regulations at its April 6 meeting.
BA.2 Subvariant of COVID Increases Grip in LA County
The BA.2 subvariant of COVID-19 is continuing to strengthen its presence in Los Angeles County, now accounting for nearly one-third of all virus cases that are screened for variants, the public health director said on March 31.
Oscar Night: Two Steps Forward and One Step Back
Will Smith slapping Chris Rock was shocking. I am glad that everyone is thinking and talking about it as there is much to learn about how we manage our hurt and anger.
Indoor Masking Optional for Fully Vaccinated
As COVID-19 case numbers continue to drop from the omicron surge, Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) officials announced the end of mandatory indoor masking for vaccinated individuals in certain places.
Boost Your Brain with a Museum Visit
A new study conducted by Art Fund in the UK showed that 1-2 hours of leisure activity daily significantly reduced stress and added to one's sense of purpose and meaning in life.
Public Health to End Outdoor Mask Mandate
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) announced the end of outdoor masking for large events, youth sports, and schools beginning on Feb. 16.
Parents Voice Frustrations Over COVID-19 Restrictions at BHUSD Meeting
The Beverly Hills Unified School District (BHUSD) Board of Education reexamined the district's COVID-19 mitigation strategy at its Feb. 8 meeting.
CHLA Launches Valentine’s Day Drive
Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) has kicked off its annual Valentine's Day card drive on CHLA.org.
City Reaches Settlement with Firefighters’ Union
The City of Beverly Hills and the Beverly Hills Firefighters Association (BHFA) have reached a resolution in the city's vaccination and safety measures for firefighters.