This feature is part of an HCBF series highlighting the important work our partners do with the grants they receive. Environmental education is important. Kay Ice would know. As a curriculum developer who helped found Think Earth, Ice has spent much of her life ensuring that students receive equitable access to learn about the world […]
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Protecting yourself and your loved ones from polluted wildfire air
The port communities of Wilmington and San Pedro seem to always experience poor air quality, whether they be from port-related activities or vehicle emissions. Many who live here are aware that poor air quality adversely affects the health and well-being of themselves and their loved ones. Exposure to dirty air is one of the most […]
Ensuring Mental Health for Seniors During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically changed our lifestyles, and it has made seniors even more vulnerable to a problem that was already a crisis in the US: isolation, loneliness, and mental health struggles. Preventing those issues while maintaining a safe lifestyle during the pandemic has presented new challenges. While there is no easy solution, […]
COVID-19 Community Resources
Some helpful information about the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19 If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 or have a fever or respiratory illness (cough, difficulty breathing, or shortness of breath), call your doctor’s office or local public health department before going to any healthcare location. You can contact the Department of Public Health […]
Highlight on HCBF’s Board of Directors: Ed Avol
Here’s what Ed has to say! It’s been an honor to serve as a HCBF Director for the past three years! In this capacity I try to provide a health and science-based perspective on the various ways in which the Port impacts the lives of those living in the communities of San Pedro and Wilmington. […]