Ana Torrea

Fresno

Reporter @ABC30 / Bay Area born & raised / Bubble tea & burger enthusiast / Bringing you news, one story at a time. / 💭Thoughts are my own

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Chronic cannabis use linked to early heart disease, study finds

1 week ago | abc30.com | Ana Torrea

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- That next high could be hurting your health, with marijuana use now being linked to the potential for heart damage. "Now we have the additive risk of people utilizing cannabis products that will exponentially increase their risk of heart attack and stroke in the near future," cardiovascular specialist Dr. Teresa Daniele said.
New Life Recovery holds Narcan education and awareness event

1 week ago | abc30.com | Ana Torrea

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Saving lives, a dose at a time. "Teaching people when and how to use Narcan is important because you may be in a situation where you have to bring somebody back to life," said Ben Milam, the co-founder of New Life Recovery. In central Fresno, New Life Recovery on Broadway Street and Nevada Avenue, hosted its first-ever Narcan Education and Awareness event. The goal is to teach people about Narcan and how to use it.
Trending TikTok skincare routines can be harmful for young girls, study says

1 week ago | abc30.com | Ana Torrea

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Young girls on TikTok are sharing their "Get Ready With Me" routine online. "They're looking at influencers and they want to do what they're doing and be like them," dermatologist Dr. Kathleen Behr. But research from Northwestern University found that the TikTok skin regimen seen online, can be harmful for young girls. Researchers looked at 100 videos from children 13 and younger. Of the 25 most viewed, they found several ingredients that could irritate the skin.
People in Fresno gather for No Kings Day protest

1 week ago | abc30.com | Ana Torrea Sunday |Ana Torrea

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- NORTH FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN)- Hundreds of people lined the intersection of Blackstone and Nees near the River Park Shopping Center on Saturday afternoon. Saturday's demonstration in North Fresno was just one of many No Kings Day Protests that happened nationwide. Demonstrators also showed up near Cary Park on Santa Ana Ave and Fresno Street. "It makes us feel good that Americans are standing up for their constitutional rights," said Paul Hernandez, who came out to the protest.
Avoiding the academic summer slide

2 weeks ago | abc30.com | Ana Torrea

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- School's out of session. "Summer is a great time to relax now that kids are out of school and all that," said Dr. Rhobe Brager a pediatrician with Kaiser Permanente in Fresno. Now it's all fun and play. While homework might not be top of mind for many kids, doctors say, you don't want your child to fall back on their accomplishments from the previous school year. "When they can lose between 30% - 40% of gains that they made during the school year," said Dr. Brager.
New study shows that measles vaccinations dropped in the U.S.

2 weeks ago | abc30.com | Ana Torrea

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Recent data reveals a nationwide decline in measles vaccination rates over the past five years, according to a new study from Johns Hopkins University. "When communities are not well protected, that makes them vulnerable to develop outbreaks," said Dr. Trinidad Solis, Deputy Health Officer with the Fresno County Department of Public Health. The study looked at just over 2000 counties in the U.S. Of those analyzed, 78% reported a decline in vaccination rates.
Study shows increased screen time is impacting kid's behaviors, can lead to aggression and anxiety

2 weeks ago | abc30.com | Ana Torrea

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Screens are everywhere. They are on our digital devices, TVs, and video games. But research by the American Psychological Association found that spending too much time on a screen can lead to both emotional and behavioral problems, like anxiety and even aggression. When a child is engaging predominantly with media or a screen, they're not being taught how to regulate their emotions," Ascend Behavior Health director of clinical training Dr. Annie Fujikawa said.
Valley Children's Hospital seeing more children injured from falling from windows

3 weeks ago | abc30.com | Ana Torrea

MADERA COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) -- The warmer weather is here but it can also lead to safety hazards for kids, especially younger ones. Dr. Shannon Castle is the Trauma Medical Director at Valley Children's. "Something that may not seem dangerous from an adult standpoint, they either don't think their child can climb up on to the piece of furniture, don't realize how strong their child is, pushing against the screen for example and they end up falling out," Dr. Castle said.
Protecting your eyes from sun damage

3 weeks ago | abc30.com | Ana Torrea

CLOVIS, Calif. (KFSN) -- We all love to have fun in the sun. But as we spend more time outside, we leave ourselves open to injury. Protecting our eyes from the sun's UV rays is vital. Doctors say wearing sunglasses is the best way to keep them healthy. The number one thing that we need to make sure we're focusing on is 90 to 100% ultraviolet protection. Some sunglasses may look dark and may feel like they provide enough protection," said Ophthalmologist Dr. Spencer Adams.
Hinds Hospice offers support groups for those coping with grief

3 weeks ago | abc30.com | Ana Torrea

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- In January 2020, Lynn Horton lost her son, Zachary, to an accidental drug overdose. "It's hard for me to even explain, Zach was our only child and he was our life..." " Lynn said. "It's like you don't even know what to do. The lost it is just so significant."Zach was 19 years old at the time and had just graduated from Clovis North High School in 2019. Lynn remembers her son as funny, compassionate, and handsome. The grief of losing him left her feeling lonely and isolated.