Sugary drinks remind immigrant parents of childhood, but pose risks for kids
Sugar-rich juices such as horchata are popular with Latino immigrants in East Palo Alto, but doctors raise health concerns.
Ravenswood Family Health Center
East Palo Alto police combine fitness and health education with crime fighting
East Palo Alto police have initiated FIT Zones, where residents bike with officers or play team sports while also receiving information on how to reduce their risk of chronic diseases.
Physicians, community groups unite to feed hungry children in East Palo Alto
Pediatricians in East Palo Alto are seeing more hungry children, as more parents report they can’t afford their next meals. School lunch programs aren’t available in the summer, adding to the problem.