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UCLA study says telemedicine did not increase health care cost — or help more people
The results were "sobering for anyone hoping telemedicine would close longstanding gaps in access," the study's lead author said.
Spain reports new hantavirus case in passenger from cruise ship as confirmed infections grow to 9
Spain's health ministry says a Spanish passenger evacuated from the cruise ship at the center of a hantavirus outbreak has tested positive for the virus.
When natural disasters strike, another crisis hits those recovering from opioid addiction
Doctors have warned many more patients could face obstacles as climate change intensifies.
California, Nevada and Arizona announce temporary plan to save water from the Colorado River
The three states plan to save up to 1 million acre-feet of Colorado River water through 2028 to boost depleted reservoirs.
Learn more about our oceans for Mother Ocean Day, May 9
Here's why scientists call the ocean the heart of the planet.
The possibility of a ‘super’ El Niño is starting to make coastal California nervous
The temporary form of climate change has inflicted lots of damage over the years in San Diego County.
Trump administration cancels rule that made conservation a ‘use’ of public lands
Industry groups and their Republican allies in Congress strongly opposed the rule and had lobbied to repeal it.
Santiago Canyon College agreement with Chapman opens 14 transfer routes
The program opens the door to 14 distinct degree pathways and provides a more streamlined transfer route for students in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree.
Sand project at Capistrano Beach pulls from quarry to add to beach before busy summer season
It's the third project to get underway in recent years to try and salvage the eroded beach in Dana Point.
La Habra council says Corn Festival ‘has to happen,’ approves funding help
The city will discount by 50% the cost of services for the three-day festival and 100% of the costs toward the parade.