Beach Cities Health

Today, Public Health confirmed 138 new deaths and 15,701 new cases of COVID-19. According to the State, the Southern California Region continues to have 0% ICU capacity remaining. The only path that will reduce the demand on hospital care is to decrease the number of people becoming newly infected with COVID-19. Cases of COVID-19 in L.A. County have doubled in a little over a month. Public Health strongly urges everyone to stay home as much as possible to protect yourself ...and others. Only go out for essential services. When you must leave your home, wear a face covering and stay at least 6 feet away from people you do not live with at all times, no mingling, no crowding, and wash hands frequently. And for those individuals that live with people who are older or have underlying health conditions, wearing a face covering while indoors is now advisable. If you have symptoms or test positive for COVID-19, isolate immediately from your family and others. Individuals with underlying health conditions and those that are older should remain in their home and not be around others unless seeking essential health and dental care. If you are having difficulty breathing, go to an emergency room or call 911. For daily updated numbers, visit www.bchd.org/covidnumbers See more

Even with vaccines on the horizon, it remains essential that we continue to follow the health guidance and take steps to reduce the risk of getting COVID-19 or giving it to others. It truly is safest at home. If you leave your home to deliver or receive essential services, you must wear your face covering correctly and physically distance yourself from others. Wash your hands often. Individuals with underlying health conditions and those that are older should remain in their home and not be around others unless seeking routine or essential health and dental care. If you are having difficulty breathing, go to an emergency room or call 911. For more info and resources, visit www.bchd.org/covidvaccine #LiveWell

COVID-19 has brought Mental Health Awareness to the forefront. The "Know the Signs" campaign helps members of the community recognize the five signs of emotional distress, and what you can do about it. Here are the five signs. For more info, visit www.bchd.org/mentalhealthawareness #MentalHealthAwareness

VIRTUAL EVENT: Practicing well-being techniques and acknowledging your progress provides a sense of accomplishment, which supports life satisfaction. Attend one or all of our virtual Happiness Chats, Tuesdays from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. For more info and to register, visit www.bchd.org/series #LiveWell

January is #CervicalCancerAwarenessMonth! Take charge of your health and get better insight into your risk of cervical cancer. For a summary of the screening, questions on who should get screened and the benefits of screening, visit www.bchd.org/cancer

VIRTUAL EVENT: During our Happiness Chat sessions, participants practice kindness and empathy which can spark the release of feel-good oxytocin in the brain. Attend one or all of our virtual Happiness Chats, Tuesdays from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. For more info and to register, visit www.bchd.org/series #LiveWell

On December 30, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health revised the Temporary Targeted Safer at Home Health Officer Order to include a Mandatory Directive on Travel. Persons arriving in Los Angeles County from anywhere outside of the Southern California Region on or from non-essential travel, including returning Los Angeles County residents, must self-quarantine for 10 days after arrival. Quarantine may end after Day 10 if travelers never had any symptoms and they ...continue to monitor themselves for COVID-19 symptoms for 14 days after arrival. If they develop symptoms or test positive for COVID-19 during the quarantine period, they must isolate as required. The Southern California Region is defined as the counties of Imperial, Inyo, Los Angeles, Mono, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Ventura. See more

Join us Tuesday, January 12 from 4-5 p.m. for our virtual #BlueZones Project Social Hour. Enjoy good company and practice some of #BlueZonesProject Power 9 Principles of Longevity, including Down Shift and Right Tribe. Our special guest will be Blue Zones Project Approved Restaurant, The Rockefeller. Relax, bring your healthy bites and connect with your community To register, visit https://app.smartsheet.com//e215ca2759834f89ac1491833ba91f

All it takes is one COVID-19 infection to make a "bubble" sick. Connect virtually to keep everyone safe.

For both COVID-19 and flu, it’s possible to spread the virus for at least one day before experiencing any symptoms. If a person has COVID-19, they may be contagious for a longer period of time than if they had flu. Here are the differences for the infection and spreading of the virus between the flu and COVID-19. For more info on flu and COVID-19 differences, visit www.bchd.org/flucoviddifference #FightFlu #FluFighter #COVID-19

We thank #SouthBay #Mom and Families Connected Parent Advisory representative, Jill Millstein, for her timely SBFC parent blog. #goodenough We are grateful for all of our amazing Families Connected Parent Advisory reps for sharing their insight with us and our partner Beach Cities Health.

Join the Healthy Minds Initiative to participate in a groundbreaking research study on brain health. Research will look at how factors such as a proper diet and lifestyle can prevent brain disease and promote long-term brain health. Residents of Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach age 55+ can participate in the study held in partnership with Drs. Dean and Ayesha Sherzai. Call 310-374-3426 ext. 256, or visit bchd.org/healthyminds for more information. This study is completely virtual in response to COVID-19. All testing and interventions will be conducted virtually. #BCHDHealthyMindsInitiative #BCHD #BeachCitiesHealthDistrict

Help support your local #BlueZones approved restaurants and businesses by ordering curbside pickup, take out or delivery. Visit https://www.bchd.org/feed-your-well-being for a full list of #BlueZonesProject approved eateries in the Beach Cities. #LiveWellI

Exercise improves mental health by reducing anxiety, depression, and negative mood and by improving self-esteem and cognitive function. Get unlimited access to CHF's live virtual exercise classes for $32 during November. Small Group Training is also available virtually for $12 per class. For more information and to sign up, visit https://www.beachcitiesgym.org/virtualgroupexercise. #LiveWell

Yesterday, today, tomorrow, and forever we will be thankful for all of your hardships, bravery, and sacrifices so that we may live free.

Throughout this pandemic when we have seen a surge in cases, it is followed by increases in hospitalizations and deaths. It is very important businesses and individuals understand and continue to comply with protocols and directives, to slow the spread of COVID-19 in our community. As flu season approaches, COVID-19 continues to circulate at high rates throughout Los Angeles County. It is critically important to be protected from influenza by getting immunized for flu. Flu im...munizations are safe and provide protection against the harmful effects of influenza and can also help keep people out of the hospital freeing up critical hospital resources. As we begin to see increases in COVID-19 hospitalizations and considering the toll COVID-19 has had on our communities and our healthcare system, now more than ever it is important to be protected from influenza. For daily updated numbers, visit www.bchd.org/covidnumbers See more

Join us, Tuesday November 17 from 6 -7:30 p.m. for our Beach Cities Health District Virtual Town Hall featuring Stephen Hill, founder of Speak Sobriety. Hear Stephen speak about his struggles with addiction and his inspiring story of recovery. There will be a virtual Q&A following Stephen’s presentation. To register, visit https://us02web.zoom.us//regist/WN_-Ftc8vjGTh6G44NIURhwow

We are excited to share that we have partnered with Headspace to offer LA County residents free subscriptions to its digital platform for improving mindfulness,... relaxation and wellbeing. Headspace's vast library of content includes guided meditations, workout videos and sleep-promoting sounds, all of which can be readily accessed from your computer, tablet or smartphone! To learn more about Headspace and to sign up for your free subscription, please visit https://www.headspace.com/lacounty

It’s #TakeOutTuesday! Help support your local #BlueZones approved restaurants and businesses by ordering curbside pickup, take out or delivery. Visit https://www.bchd.org/feed-your-well-being for a full list of #BlueZonesProject approved eateries in the Beach Cities. #LiveWellI

Join us Tuesday, November 10 from 4-5 p.m. for our virtual #BlueZones Project Social Hour. This event will highlight GROW, a high-quality food market in Manhattan Beach. Enjoy a food demo and a special offer for attendees from GROW and practice some of the #BlueZonesProject Power 9 Principles of Plant Slant, including Down Shift and Right Tribe. Relax, bring your healthy bites and connect with your community! To register, visit https://app.smartsheet.com//e215ca2759834f89ac1491833ba91f

Are you looking for a free flu clinic in the Beach Cities? In partnership with City of Hermosa Beach, City of Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, California and South Bay Family Health Care, we will be hosting four free flu clinics in the Beach Cities! Our first one will be Thursday, Nov. 12, from 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Redondo Beach Farmers Market ay Veterans Park 309 Esplanade, Redondo Beach. You can register for a free flu vaccine in person or online at http://ow.ly/bR9D50Cg3gq. For more info, call Beach Cities at (310) 374- 3426 ext. 256. #FightFlu #FluFighter

VIRTUAL EVENT: Support your well-being with casual discussions focused on connection and resilience. Attend one or all of our virtual Happiness Chats, Tuesdays from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. For more info and to register visit www.bchd.org/series #LiveWell

Your Monday thoughts set the tone for your whole week. See yourself getting stronger, and living a fulfilling, happier and healthier life. #MotivationMonday #LiveWell