Affordable, community acupuncture in Oakland
Article by Irene.
Last updated at Thu, 2 Feb at 5:12pm.

With more people losing their jobs and fewer people spending like they did in the past, community acupuncture has become the new frontier for the alternative health industry.

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OL Staff Shares: 12 ways to enjoy 2012 by Dafina Kuficha
Article by Dafina Kuficha.
Last updated at Tue, 3 Jan at 6:09am.

Though I’ve had a fabulous year, 2011 was filled with intense challenges. 

Like many others, I’m ready to make powerful, positive changes in 2012! Here are a 12 ways to enjoy your New Year:

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Dental care for poor is challenging in Oakland, across state
Article by Steve Fisher.
Last updated at Thu, 8 Dec at 6:24am.

It was a sunny Tuesday morning and 9-year-old Ariante had just finished his 10th visit to the Ronald MacDonald Mobile Dental Center parked in a sprawling Target parking lot in Richmond.

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Oakland marks World Aids Day 2011 - Dec. 1
Article by Susan Mernit.
Last updated at Sun, 4 Dec at 12:26am.

TODAY, Dec. 1, is World AIDS Day.

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Make a video for Fifth Annual Soda Free Summer Contest - Deadline Aug. 19
Blog entry by Susan Mernit.
Last updated at Thu, 18 Aug at 6:09am.

Alameda County Public Health Department. Nutrition Services is sponsoring a cool contest this summer that features why you're staying away from drinking soda this summer - and why others should do the same.

The deadline to enter is Friday, Aug. 19 - so hurry up and get your entries in!

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The ravages of diabetes on Oakland’s African-American community

Article by Dafina Kuficha.
Last updated at Thu, 9 Jun at 12:39am.

On March 14, beloved Oakland musician, Robert Ball, died due to severe complications of diabetes. He was only 49 years old.

A popular bass guitarist, Ball performed with D’wayne Wiggins, Zulu Spear, Josh Jones Latin Ensemble and others. However, his lifestyle kept his body on the brink of, or in, full-blown crisis.

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AIDS, HIV a growing concern among Asians and Pacific Islander women in U.S.
Blog entry by New America Media.
Last updated at Tue, 24 May at 10:26pm.

By Viji Sundaram, New America Media

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“Steps to Wellness” Community Fair to offer free health screenings May 21
Article by Meg Bertoni.
Last updated at Sun, 22 May at 9:53pm.

In today’s economy, who can afford a trip to the doctor to check on some common possible ailments before they become serious? This Saturday, May 21, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., all members of the community can, because it doesn’t get any more affordable than: free.

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