June 5, 2016 was National Cancer Survivors Day. The day was originally created in 1987 by members from the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (http://www.canceradvocacy.org/). It has been held annually on the first Sunday of June since then. "National Cancer [...]
Harbor Pediatrics joined millions today to fight for an end to gun violence in America by wearing orange. The color orange symbolizes the value of human life. Hunters wear orange in the woods to protect themselves and others. In 2013, [...]
by Ismael Corral, M.D. PGY-1 Free services near you! Health and resource fairs are a good way for community residents to learn about services in their area. The events bring together government agencies, non-profit organizations and local businesses that provide [...]
Poverty is a significant determinant of child health, affecting not only physical health and development, but also educational achievement, emotional well-being and health into adulthood. The profound effects of childhood poverty have prompted the AAP Section on Medical Students, Residents [...]
Harbor-UCLA Department of Pediatrics has a new interim chairperson, Dr. Lynne Smith. She has been a part of the Department of Pediatrics for more than a dozen years and took the helm on May 8th, when Dr. Adam Jonas stepped down. [...]
