Category Archives: Health

Alcohol Must Be Drunk in a Non-glass, Non-metal Container

Posted on May 11, 2025 by Sue

Alcoholics rejoice. One may start drinking publicly at 8 a.m. seven days a week, if the Santa Monica City Council approves a full-time entertainment zone on May 13. The entertainment zone, permitted under California Senate Bill 969 signed by Governor … Continue reading →

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Mark Calendars for “Think Pink” – Wellness for Women

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Sue

The Irene Dunne Guild will hold its 19th annual Think Pink for Women’s Wellness, a fundraiser for Saint John’s Health Center, at the newly opened Regent Santa Monica on Wednesday, May 7, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Normally this … Continue reading →

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Remembering What Is Important

Posted on November 5, 2024 by Sue

My little sister and I call her that, not only because she is two years younger, but she is petite, a mere 5”2” (I’m 5’9”). Had we grown up anywhere else but the Rosebud Reservation, most likely she would have … Continue reading →

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RVs Can Now Be Towed

Posted on October 30, 2024 by Sue

At the Pacific Palisades Community Council meeting, Supervisor Lindsey Horvath’s field deputy Zachary Gaidzik announced some good news. Tow-away signs are being posted on Pacific Coast Highway between Coastline and Topanga Canyon Boulevard (State Route 27) to prevent long-term parking. … Continue reading →

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There Have to Be Solutions for Mental Illness, Not Incarceration

Posted on October 3, 2024 by Sue

Santa Monica Canyon residents were in shock, when a young man, Bryan Stennett attacked a magician at a child’s four-year-old birthday party in Rustic Canyon Park on Saturday. Before being hit, the magician said he heard Stennett yell, “Turn the … Continue reading →

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Do Not Fool Yourself about Benefits of Alcohol

Posted on August 19, 2024 by Sue

Earlier research seemed to suggest that a low intake of alcohol could be beneficial. That research is now questioned. “We did not find evidence of a beneficial association between low drinking and mortality,” said Dr. Rosario Ortola, the lead author … Continue reading →

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Give Blood, Receive Movie Tickets

Posted on July 28, 2024 by Sue

An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held  at the Ronald Reagan American Legion Post 283, 15247 La Cruz Drive, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.  on Wednesday, July 31. Donors can sign up to give blood – about … Continue reading →

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Fighting Fentanyl Through Prop. 36

Posted on July 22, 2024 by Sue

When Proposition 47 passed in 2014 in California, possession of any drug, including heroin and opiates, became a misdemeanor. Then, fentanyl was basically unknown unknown on the streets. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection made its first bust of 22 … Continue reading →

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Maggie Gilbert Aquatic Center Offers Public Swim

Posted on July 21, 2024 by Sue

  Swimming at the Maggie Gilbert Aquatic Center at Palisades High School just got cheaper on Sundays. Aquatics Director Brooke King has announced a special deal for families on Sundays. “Enjoy a special $16 flat rate for a family of … Continue reading →

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You’re Never Too Old to Donate

Posted on July 16, 2024 by Sue

(Editor’s note: This story ran in the Martin County Booster weekly paper on July 10.) It’s true. You’re never too old to donate blood. While donors must be at least 16 years of age, there is no upper age limit. … Continue reading →

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