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Researchers found the first statistically significant evidence that global warming is accelerating. It's been topic of intense scientific inquiry for years.

A neurological disease spread by rats and other animals may have become established in San Diego County.

An offering memorandum described the destroyed mobile home park as a "blank canvas for redevelopment"; however, city officials reiterated they intend to let fire survivors return and rebuild.

Cases of human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, are on the rise in parts of California. It typically causes mild, cold-like symptoms, but could lead to more-severe disease in vulnerable individuals.

L.A. County banned sales of kratom products over concern about potential overdoses. But some say officials are not considering how the decision will affect the health of those who use it to alleviate pain and avoid opioids.

On Feb. 27, the L.A. County Department of Public Health eliminated services at six of its 13 free clinics, citing funding cuts at the federal, state and local levels.

As public clinics disappear, a joint project of City of Hope, UCLA's Homeless Healthcare Collaborative and Union Rescue Mission is stepping in to fill the gaps.

A new home built in Pacific Palisades is designed for fire resistance without sacrificing architectural beauty.

Roughly half of adults 65 and older have no dental insurance, and they may soon have more company.

On Thursday, the Diablo Canyon nuclear plant moved one step closer to full permission to keep running.