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Los Angeles Massage Therapy

2007-12-27T08:23:00.000-08:00

Los Angeles message Therapy Summary
Massage therapy has gained a lot of ground as a complement to conventional medicine. Research studies conducted in the past decade have shown that massage has medically beneficial effects – such as lowering blood pressure and increasing oxygen absorption – in addition to its ability to relax both the mind and tense muscle tissue.

Massage therapy is the manual manipulation of the body’s soft tissue to prevent or reduce pain and stress, and to promote health and well-being. The success of massage therapy has spawned many methods, systems and types (e.g., Swedish, shiatsu, trigger point therapies).

All massage therapy involves the manipulation of soft tissue – kneading, pressing or stroking – by a practitioner licensed from an accredited school. Associated with relieving stress and anxiety, massage has been used to supplement the treatment or management of soft-tissue injuries, physiological and emotional disorders, and pain.

People with pre-existing conditions or diseases should consult their physician before undergoing massage therapy. Massage may not be appropriate for certain conditions, including high blood pressure (hypertension) and certain skin conditions.
Los Angeles About massage therapy
Massage therapy has existed as a healing discipline for thousands of years. Although it is often associated with Eastern culture, massage therapy was practiced by the ancient Greeks and Romans.

However, the father of modern Western massage therapy was a Swede named Per Henrik Ling (1776-1839). Ling developed a system that integrated massage and active and passive exercises. His system spread quickly from Sweden and is today known as Swedish massage. Swedish massage remains the most common type of massage performed around the world.

Massage is often referred to as a type of complementary medicine. This means it is used in conjunction with (and not as an alternative to) conventional medicine. For instance, a physician may recommend massage therapy following an operation or along with prescribed medication.
Los Angeles Benefits of massage therapy
Generally, massage therapy improves circulation of blood and lymph. By improving the circulation of blood, a greater amount of oxygen and nutrients are distributed throughout the body. Increasing the flow of lymph helps to remove more waste and toxins.

The direct action of massage – the kneading, rubbing and so forth – mechanically helps these substances to circulate. Massage can stimulate nerves and normalize muscle contraction, which also helps improve circulation.

This can have positive effects on a large number of conditions, injuries and illnesses, including:

Allergies

Acute and chronic pain

Anxiety, stress and depression

Asthma and some upper respiratory diseases (e.g., bronchitis)

Carpal tunnel syndrome

Circulatory disorders

Osteoarthritis

Digestive disorders (e.g., constipation and diarrhea)

Headaches and migraines

Insomnia

Myofascial pain

Sinusitis

Sports-related injuries (e.g., pulled muscles, sprained ligaments)
The University of Miami School of Medicine’s Touch Research Institute has conducted more than 100 studies on the effects of massage therapy and found significant benefits in many areas. For instance, massage therapy appears to help preterm infants to grow, decrease levels of glucose in people with diabetes, increase pulmonary function in asthma patients, improve immune functions for people with HIV and for cancer patients, alleviate depressive symptoms, reduce pain and stress hormones, and boost mental alertness and performance.

Other studies also appear to support the notion that massage therapy promotes good health. Researchers recently found evidence that massage therapy can reduce pain and improve function of knees affected by osteoarthritis.

Another study found that massage of infants 6 months old and younger facilitates sleep and reduces stress and crying episodes.

Although generally safe, massage therapy is not a cure-all, and qualified, licensed professionals do not claim it to be. In some cases, massage should not be performed, or performed only with caution. Generally, if you have a pre-existing medical condition, you should talk with your physician before undergoing massage therapy.

>In general, massage should not be performed if you have:

Some forms of cancer
Phlebitis (inflammation of the veins)
Blood clots
Bleeding disorders
Cardiac conditions, such as hypertension
Certain skin conditions, including contagious conditions
Unhealed fractures
Open wounds
Burns
Infection
Significantly impaired sensation (check with your healthcare provider
Los Angeles Types and differences of massage therapy
Many different types of massage systems have appeared. Some practitioners may apply the elements of several styles. Some styles of massage use light pressure, and some use deep pressure. Some styles utilize skin oils or lotions, while some do not. Be sure to talk with your massage therapist before your appointment to make certain you know what to expect. Also, check to make sure your massage therapist is well-trained and is licensed in the state in which he/she practices. Although the various techniques of massage are almost too numerous to count, a few of the more common massage systems include:

Swedish massage. The most commonly used form of massage therapy. Strokes, kneading and friction are applied to the superficial layers of muscles and combined with active and passive movements of the joints. Friction is the deepest stroke in the repertoire of Swedish massage. In this technique, deep, specific strokes cause underlying tissues to rub against one another, increasing blood flow and circulation.

Deep-tissue massage. Focuses on deeper muscle layers, using slow strokes and deep finger pressure to release tension.

Trigger-point therapy. Concentrates on trigger points – tender or irritated areas on muscle – to alleviate muscle spasms and pain. Also called neuromuscular therapy or myotherapy, it is similar to acupressure.

Shiatsu. A Japanese/Chinese system in which pressure is applied to special points on the body. It is similar, but not identical, to acupressure, which uses finger-pressure techniques on specific areas on the body.

Reflexology. Focuses on the feet or feet and hands to affect other parts of the body. Points on the feet and hands are believed to be connected to certain organs and tissues; massaging these points affects the corresponding body part.

Chair massage. Performed with the person seated in a special chair with cushions supporting the front of the body and face. It is also called corporate or on-site massage because it was originally developed for the workplace, with sessions lasting no more than 30 minutes.

Los Angeles Massage

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Stretching is fundamental to good health. It lengthens muscles, improves flexibility and joint range of motion, gets blood flowing, and prepares joints for work. Massage therapy is the manual manipulation of the body’s soft tissue to prevent or reduce pain and stress. Research conducted in the past decade has shown that massage has medically beneficial effects.

Shopping los angeles

2007-12-25T04:55:00.000-08:00

With the one of the largest ports in the world in nearby Long Beach providing the goods and a multiethnic mix that is unmatched by any city in the country serving as its clientele, Los Angeles is bursting with a diverse array of shopping areas that deserve mention. The following ten areas are the most visible and general in their goods and services. There are numerous shopping areas in the Los Angeles area that are distinctly ethnic and that also shouldn't be missed, such as Little India, Chinatown, Olviera Street, and Japantown, to name a few. --Reviews by Alex Demyanenko
Los Angeles Rodeo Drive The Golden Triangle
Santa Monica Boulevard to the north, Wilshire Boulevard to the south and Canon Drive to the east, Los Angeles CA

The so-called Golden Triangle holds more wealth and fine stores than most small countries. At its center is the renowned Rodeo Drive. It is the street on which Julia Roberts had her shopping spree in Pretty Woman. It is the street that sports designer stores such as Tiiffany's, Cartier, Chanel, Bally, Gucci and other well-heeled notables. This is also the street that few people who don't spend their life in front of the camera can afford. On nearby Wilshire Blvd., there is the Regent Beverly Wilshire (seen in Beverly Hills Cop), Niketown, Barneys, and, yes, the Winona Saks Fifth Avenue. And throughout the Triangle, you will see a curious collection of nouveau riche types sauntering about that will make you feel like you're watching an episode of Lifestyles of the Rich & Famous: The Reality Show.
Los Angeles Robertson
This small street could be seen as a diorama for hip Los Angeles. Featuring the exclusiveness of Beverly Hills and the cutting-edge cool of Melrose, this small stretch is where Hollywood hipsters with real money shop. There are Curve's modern edgy outfits, high-end Maxfield's discount outlet, Maxfield Blue, an Industry MAC store, and a shimmering Georgio Armani Home store. Slip into some Hogan shoes, or grab a gift at Kitson's, which has items for everyone from 6 months to 60. This is also the place to spot celebrities, usually noshing at the Ivy, one of the best restaurants in the city, or the Newsroom Café across the street in a building housing New Line Pictures and a great kids bookstore named Storyopolis.
Los Angeles Melrose Avenue
This is the tale of two streets. Since the early '80s, the stretch of Melrose between Fairfax and La Brea avenues has defined hip shopping in Los Angeles. The storefronts alone are works of pop art, and the approximately dozen blocks are still packed with hipsters trying to score the latest cool attire. Check out Red Balls, Slow, and Von Dutch for great clothing. Aardvark's and Wasteland specialize in secondhand items. On west side of Fairfax Avenue, Melrose has emerged as a high-end paradise. Lower-key stores such as miu miu, the legendary Fred Segal's, Costume National, and Forinara all have made it a deserving alternative to the Robertson Boulevard experience. Everything from lingerie at Agent Provocateur to great home accessories at designer Jonathan Adler's store round out this definitive L.A. shopping experience.
LOs Angeles Beverly
A quieter, more sophisticated cousin to its northern neighbor Melrose, this sleepy street features an eclectic array of stores. There is Beige, one of the best boutiques in the city, the men's store K. Bond, and Naked, which features exclusive selections from European designers. The latter is like the boulevard on which it sits: cool and laidback, and there is no pressure to buy. Erewhon is an upscale health food store whose deli has great food served by extremely rude food jockeys. That's what happens when you're a frustrated actor. And from the "Only in L.A." file, at Fifi and Romeo you can buy matching sweaters for you and your dog.
Los Angeles Third Street
This street has grown to become a great shopping walk. There are a slew of fantastic antique stores, wonderful boutiques such as Aero & Co and Polka Dots & Moonbeams, and specialty stores such as Zipper's modern home accessories and unique gifts. Grab a healthy bite at Real Food Daily, some diner fare at the tiny Who's on Third, or some succulent tapas at the Spanish eatery Cava. Further east down the street is the new upscale restaurant A.O.C., owned by the chefs behind the acclaimed Lucques and Border Grill. And if the trip down this quaint street isn't enough, score a guidebook to virtually anywhere else in the world at the small-but-packed Travel Bookstore.
Los Angeles Montana Avenue
This street tucked away in Santa Monica caters to mostly the "Industry" types who flock to this sunny oasis of stores sequestered in a secluded upscale neighborhood. Cafes and quiet boutiques provide a backdrop, as the upscale clientele lazily stroll down the street, many walking pooches or window-shopping. The gem in this street's string of stores is Pearl, owned by Jack's daughter Jennifer Nicholson. Check out her own cool line of clothes as well as accessories from the hottest new designers.
Los Angeles La Brea
This boulevard is seen by most as a major north-south tributary and by others as a east-west dividing line between the west side of L.A. and the rest of the city. So it is easy to overlook the many fine establishments. If you want to uncover that rare piece of hardware for your house (Liz's hardware), a great skirt or jeans at L.A.'s best vintage store (Jet Rag), some simply great duds (American Rag), an obscure foreign film (Rocket Video), or the best hot dog in the city (Pink's), you can find it here. You can even do lunch at a flower shop (Rita Flora) or find amazing Peking Duck (Lucky Duck).
Los Angeles Downtown Santee Alley
The fashion district of L.A conjures images of sweatshops, but in reality there is a fascinating collision of cultures that makes this area a great microcosm of Los Angeles in all its shine and grime. Called a bargain hunters paradise, Santee Alley features lots of knockoffs of designer shoes and clothing at really low prices. A great time to go is the first Friday of every month, when the California Mart has sample sales. And the wares aren't limited to clothing. You can find everything from reams of fabric to Powerpuff Girl piñatas.
Los Angeles Sunset Plaza
Eurotrash, tourists, and celebrities populate this chi-chi stretch of Sunset Blvd that is dotted with outdoor cafes and boutiques. The Coffee Bean here is like a clubÑpickup your coffee and your next date. But if you are not one of the beautiful people (or at least rich), you will be left holding a lukewarm latte and a broken heart. Many of the top boutiques, such as Madison and Anna Sui, can be found here, as well as new kids on the block, like O, which features Ann Cherico's stunning accessories. Or just grab a seat at one of the many European cafes of the Chinese fast food Chin Chin and let your eyes focus on all the beautiful people. Tip: Nearby at the hip Standard hotel, you can get low-cost, cuttingÐedge salon services.
Los Angeles Westwood Village

Concerts of Los Angeles

2007-12-25T04:53:00.000-08:00

Los Angeles has some of the world's greatest locations to enjoy the hottest tours and the top acts: The Staples Center, Great Western Forum, Gibson Amphitheatre, Kodak and new Nokia Theatre host traditional arena rock tours. Also the infamous Hollywood Bowl and the Greek Theatre host concerts under the stars and offer incomparable, uniquely LA eclectic experiences.

Los Angeles need Ervin Santana

2007-11-04T01:32:00.001-07:00

The Angels are starting to get a little upset with Ervin Santana. A pitcher with his type of arm should be dominating at the major league level. But, ability doesn’t always turn into results in the majors. Santana has now pitched in 84 games (82 starts) in his major league career and he is 35-30 with a 4.84 ERA and a 1.37 WHIP. Santana needs to throw more first pitch strikes as he makes big mistakes when he falls behind in the count often grooving pitches right down the middle that result in dingers for the opposition. Santana has allowed 64 homers in only 487.2 innings in his career to date and that will need to change if he ever wants to be a consistent winner at the major league level.

Los Angeles Win Tickets to the Hold Steady at the Fonda, Nov. 7th

2007-11-04T01:26:00.003-07:00

don't have the adequate words to express how much I love the Hold Steady.
When I first heard them, and Craig Finn's vocals, I didn't like them. This guy can't sing, I thought. What the hell is this? And then the piano yoked me in, and the violins and textured guitars that swell under the choruses or bell out into lush, epic finales (ref. "Killer Parties") , and...the words. Those words! They're koans, they're the pure beauty of simple, straightforward poetry. Henry Miller, Hemingway...Finn. As Emily Dickinson said, "For writers, a success prescription / fewer words, more description."

And so I will do that here: keep it short & sweet. We have a couple pairs of tickets to give away. Email me telling me what your favorite song of theirs is, and why, and the first responders will get a plus-one to the show. Oh, and Art Brut opens for them as well. w00t!

The contest runs until Sunday. I'll then pick two winners.

Los Angeles The Scoops Scoop: Last Minute Weekend Edition

2007-11-04T01:26:00.001-07:00

No matter how busy I am with my other writing gigs, my day job, moving, and blogging, I'll always have time to stop and get some Scoops ice cream. Eager to get a sneak peek at some of Tai's always-exciting weekend flavors, I pedaled down to HelMel for a taste.

This weekend's flavors are all about combining the sweet and the salty, making for some particularly exotic combinations.

Get the rest of the Scoop after the jump:

You can't give moustache rides without a mo

2007-11-04T01:25:00.004-07:00

In an effort to raise awareness of prostate cancer, and to help rid the calendar of any month that begins "No", some mates from Australia and New Zealand launched "Movember," a 30 day stretch where dudes let their "mo" (Australian for "moustache) grow. Now in its fourth year, Movember is going international, spreading to the UK, Canada, Spain, and the United States.

Anyone can join... well, assuming you can grow facial hair. Just register online with a clean mug, alone or with some buds, and you'll earn the title "Mo Bro." Ladies can also join as a "Bro Sista" who'll help recruit and support the Mo Bros.

Local Mo Bros and Mo Sistas who raise $100 from sponsors by the end of Movember gain entry into a gala celebration at the Avalon on November 30th, where their mos will be judge by an "expert panel" for titles including Gala Parté Man of Movember or Best Mo in Class. (Mo Sistas who go dressed complimenting their Mo Bro are also eligible to be crowned Miss Movember.)

If you join, drop us a note here so we can check in on how your mo is goin' throughout the month - and if you're posting photos documenting the growth, be sure to tag them "movember los angeles".

Los Angeles ICME: Grafittists shopping list?

2007-11-04T01:25:00.003-07:00

It caught my eye and it was ripe with possibilities. It is scrawled next to a pay phone (I can't remember when I last saw one of those) between Big Lots and the Thrift Store on Huntington Drive in Duarte. What does it all mean? Was this the grafittists shopping list? Was it a costume list? What was crossed out?

Los Angeles Tallest Skyscraper West of Chicago, eh, not so much.

2007-11-04T01:25:00.001-07:00

Curbed bring us the welcome new that the Tower of Babel Park Fifth project that was supposed to provide eternal shade to Pershing Square, is floundering. They've supposedly lost their main investor and he plans may not go forward at all.

My glee at this news is purely selfish, as I will now not be living next to a construction site for the next five years.

Besides, I don't want our lovely Library Tower to be eclipsed.

Los Angeles Breaking International News: Emergency Rule declared in Pakistan

2007-11-04T01:24:00.002-07:00

As you probably know this site is part of a global network of blogs and from time to time something happens that requires the attention of more than just the people in one specific city. Something like that is happening right now. We're just getting the reports from our bloggers in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad right now but Emergency Rule Martial Law has been declared in Pakistan and the Press and Media has been ordered to cease broadcasting and STFU. The country is expecting a presidential address later in the day. Here are a few specific posts to look at, but keep checking the above links for the most up to the moment info.
- Karachi: Emergency Declared in Pakistan?
- Lahore: Emergency Rule - CONFIRMED
- Islamabad: Emergency Rule

I'll be updating this post on Metroblogging as new links/info becomes available. OK, now back to your regularly scheduled blogging...

(quick update: the initial reports we heard were stating martial law, but in fact it's Emergency Rule which is not quite as bad, though press has been cut off.)

Los Angles Fresh & Easy Arcadia opens 11/8

2007-11-04T01:24:00.001-07:00

I got the confirmation a couple of days ago Arcadia's Fresh & Easy near the intersection of Foothill and 2nd Avenue is set to open Thursday 11/8. I haven't been able to get the solid confirmation for Glassel Park but it too may open on 11/8. As soon as I have something positive I'll let you know.

I found out that prior to the opening in Arcadia, Fresh & Easy got a list of local non-profit agencies. The new store employees will review the list and vote to decide who will receive $1,000 grants to help fund their programs. I think that it is terrific when a company contributes back to the community. Even better when they contribute before they even start sales and making a profit. A welcome wagon basket in reverse, what a great idea. (I can't wait for them to get to Monrovia so I can make some nominations to groups who need help.)

Los Angeles Geek Brainstorming at BarCamp LA 4

2007-11-04T01:22:00.004-07:00

The Little Radio warehouse downtown is brimming with developers, technologists, artists, inventors, coders and geeks of every kind - almost 200 of 'em, the largest crowd ever seen at BarCamp LA.

The un-conference on tech and emerging media is wide open - anyone can attend, so long as you have an interest in learning and sharing knowledge about technology.

Sessions are scheduled throughout the day today and tomorrow, and tonight there's a party, PowerPoint karaoke and general gameplay and geekery until the wee hours, when those like me who are camping out at the warehouse will eventually crash until morning.

Los Angeles This stopped me in my tracks

2007-11-04T01:22:00.003-07:00

I spotted this gem in the near empty parking lot at 2nd and Foothill in Arcadia this afternoon. Getting closer it has hundreds of signatures wishing peace etc.,. Also attached were a bunch of brochures. Interesting concept, walk across the country to reunite the "Church" but does not give the denomination just vauge "Christians" reference. That should be a challenge as the Christian sects only begrudgingly acknowlege that they worship the same god on a good day.

Pic by me with the trusty cheez, bigger and way more arty if you click to embiggen. The scanned flyer, shrunk to fit at the jump.
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Los Angeles Rhythms of Life with Vox & the On Ensemble

2007-11-04T01:22:00.001-07:00

As a former staff member of Vox Femina Los Angeles, the premier women's choral group of our fine city, I regularly attend the concerts by this wonderful group. But I know choral music can be a hard sell, especially in this town of a million things to do.

That said, my guests and I had such a wonderful time at the Vox performance tonight, I wanted to share some of the highlights so that anyone interested might decide to catch the (final) performance on Sunday afternoon. If you like music with a great beat, world music, or taiko (drumming), then you should definitely catch this concert. The women of Vox sounded amazing; their voices blended beautifully; sometimes they were the percussion section.

But the highlight of the performance was the Los Angeles based On (pronounced Ohn) Ensemble, a troupe of taiko drummers who bring a unique world fusion mix to the tradition of taiko. With musical experience ranging from centuries-old Kabuki music to jazz, rock and electronica, the On Ensemble features taiko drums in conjunction with turntable, western drum kit, bamboo flute, koto (Japanese zither), and Tuvan overtone singing.

That's right. Turntable. And throat singing. By some really awesome taiko drummers. (Only in/from L.A.!)

I loved this performance not only because each ensemble was excellent in their individual sets, but because they came together at the end as two L.A.-based groups performing as one.

And you can still catch them downtown at Zipper Hall at the Colburn School of Performing Arts.
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Los Angeles From Blake’s Phone: The Charred SUV

2007-11-04T01:21:00.003-07:00

Every week Blake and readers just like him send me grainy, blurry, sometimes horribly-framed yet always interesting photos of life in Los Angeles as seen through the lenses of their trusted telephones. Every week, never fail. Join us now, won’t you, as we take a look at the latest offerings…From Blake’s Phone.
SUV pulled from the fire
Behind the jump: More photos captured by tiny, moderately shitty lenses in telephones citywide and your submission instructions.

Los Angeles Joanna Newsom @ Disney Hall, 11/9/07: Win Tickets Now

2007-11-04T01:21:00.001-07:00

My friends, we are headed for another stellar performance downtown at Disney Hall — this time of the Joanna Newsom variety.

Programme:

Hauntingly exquisite, the avant-folk harpist-singer-songwriter makes a very special appearance at Walt Disney Concert Hall accompanied by a 28-piece orchestra, featuring arrangements by Van Dyke Parks.

We have a pair of tickets with your name on them. I’ll draw a name from the hat at 4pm and notify the winner by 5pm today.

Charles Phoenix’s Slide of the Week: Bon Voyage Party, Long Beach, CA 1955

2007-11-04T01:20:00.000-07:00

Cheers!

A papered wall printed with Spanish moss hanging from tall trees separates tasteful titty-pink satin drapes. An itty-bitty day-glo airplane hangs above the four-flag centerpiece. The table is set with Franciscan’s apple pattern and fancy golden-rimmed glassware. Pickles and olives are waiting to be eaten.

Los Angeles Losanjealous Benevolent Society Events: Nov 2 - 8

2007-11-04T01:19:00.000-07:00

Mysterious, sporadic, occasionally cryptic - not unlike your grandfather - the Losanjealous Benevolent Society gathers a list of strange happenings and fun events in LA; the more bizarre, the better. If you’re organizing or know of an event you think belongs on the list, send the info to tips@losanjealous.com.

SATURDAY

Giant Robot Biennale LA: 50 Issues @ JANM
The Japanese American National Museum will begin a new series of collaborative exhibitions entitled Salon Pop by presenting Giant Robot Biennale: 50 Issues, running from November 3, 2007 through January 13, 2008. GR has assembled works by ten cutting-edge artists from around the country (including noted Cranium pervert Gary Baseman). Opening reception: November 3, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the National Museum in Little Tokyo. Music: I&I Sound System, much more.

Swap Meet @ Betalevel
Piracy - Karaoke - Conviviality
Come visit us for this special Swap Meet which will include 2am at least twice.
November 3, 2007

KXLU/LMU Skate Night
Skate on the ice and quaff a beer with KXLU DJs Jean Claude, McAllister, The International Voice of Reason, and many more at the Toyata Sports Center. Free admission; mention KXLU for ice skate rental discount. November 3, 555 N. Nash, El Segundo

Irregular Wine Tasting #37 @ Echoplex
Six Wines from Spain and a screening of “Un Chien Andalou,” plus wine information from the Cheese Store’s Julian Davies. Saturday, November 3, $20; RSVP here.

Hive Gallery Show
Artists and performers, including LA’s Ninja Academy
November 3rd, Saturday from 8-12:30AM. $7 at the door.

New Homes in the Greater Los Angeles

2007-11-02T06:54:00.001-07:00

Palmdale, CA New Homes
Named one of the fastest-growing cities in America, Palmdale (population 136,000)has enjoyed tremendous growth and prosperity over the last decade as a family-oriented new home community. Palmdale is 60 miles north of downtown Los Angeles, and is home to some of the country’s largest aerospace companies. Palmdale residents enjoy excellent education system and abundant recreational opportunities in a safe environment.Palmdale ranks as number 17 among the highest valued cities in Los Angeles County(2003 Annual Report of the office of the Assessor). The Palmdale Transportation Center is a state-of-the-art transportation facility offering connections between Antelope Valley Transit Authority local and commuter bus service, Metrolink commuter rail service, Santa Clarita Transit, Greyhound bus service and Amtrak Throughway bus service (which provides bus service to Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley).Palmdale Regional Airport currently has commercial nonstop service to North Las Vegas Airport. The two closest major airports are Bob Hope Airport (located in Burbank about 50 miles from Palmdale), and Los Angeles International Airport (about 70 miles from Palmdale).

California Los Angeles

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Also known as the “City of the Angels”, Los Angeles is the second-largest city in the United States in terms of population (3.7 million), as well as one of the world's most influential entertainment, cultural and economic centers. Downtown L.A. is the largest government center outside of Washington, D.C. The Los Angeles metropolitan area is served by several major airports, and in fact, it has more airports than any major city in the world. Spreading out across some 465 square miles, Los Angeles County spans a widely diverse geographic area, with 81 miles of coastline and altitudes ranging from nine feet below sea level to 10,080 feet. Home to some of the world's most prestigious universities and research facilities, the Los Angeles area averages 329 days of sunshine. Los Angeles’ widespread suburbs are linked through its 527 mile network of freeways which cover the county’s 465 square miles. Metrolink, the high-speed commuter rail, serves every county throughout Southern California (with the exception of Imperial County) and originates from the downtown area. The Los Angeles region is a terrific place to live, work and raise a family. From its nonstop cultural events and world class entertainment venues, the City of the Angeles has the best of everything and a wide range of new home communities. Where else can you visit the desert, ride the waves in Malibu, and snow ski — all in the same day?

New Homes in Los Angeles, CA

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Looking for new homes in the Los Angeles, California metro area? You've just discovered the easiest way to search for new homes online. Browse through newly built homes or read-to-build plans and request instant brochures on your favorites. Compare pictures, prices and amenities before you visit. You'll also find helpful information about Los Angeles new home builders and the Los Angeles real estate market.

Los Angeles Tour

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with access to a video clip of our CNN-TV Interview with Mrs. Gertrude Baines,113, of Los Angeles. We are sorry that this site has been temporarily disabled, and we hope to have it up and running again soon. If you click on the MySpace Logo, you will simply get an error message. Soon, the website should appear accompanied by classical music (Demitri Schostakovich). BTW, if you already have a MySpace account, please add us as a "friend." -- MySpace Site Administrator

July 10, 2006; Click on the SRF Logo above to consider making a contribution to our newly-formed Supercentenarian Research Foundation to further scientific research into to why Supercentenarians live as long as they do? (And, conversely, why they don't live longer still?) Now that we are incorporated and have held several meetings of our Board of Directors, we are nearing approval of our 501(c)(3) non profit, tax-exempt status with the US Internal Revenue Service. Nevertheless, we are urgently in need of "seed money" immediately to fund the formation of an international team of physicians and investigators who could travel to visit each of our living Supercentenarians around the world in person before they are no longer with us. Obviously, the data that we plan to obtain is a precious resource that could disappear from our radar screens unless we get started right away. If you can assist us with a pledge of even as little as $100.00 or more, please click on the logo above to learn the details of how to accomplish this contribution.

-- L. Stephen Coles, M.D., Ph.D., Director and Treasurer of the Supercentenarian Research Foundation.

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Click for the current GRG Table of Worldwide Living Supercentenarians.

Our high for 2005 was 75, while our all-time high record for 2006 year was 87 Supercentenarians on November 9th. Our Chief Claims investigator, Mr. Robert Young of Atlanta, GA, has speculated that there are systematic seasonal variations each year with highs during the late Spring and early Summer and a fall-off in the latter part of the Summer or early Fall. This observation is purely empirical, and we have no scientific rationale for a mechanism for why this should be so. There may be statistical artifacts in the way our Japanese cases are reported to us by their government on an irregular basis.

The large ratio of women to men cannot be explained in simple terms. Although there is no shortage of hypotheses to explain why women outlive men by such a large margin at the end of human life (e.g., men are naturally more aggressive and therefore more likely to die violently or as soldiers in war, while women were always, but no longer, likely to die in child birth) none of these hypotheses are fully convincing. However, the ostensible protective effects of estrogen (and the lesser harmful effects of cortisol, as women are presumed on average to have less chronic stress) are the most plausible. However, the present differential life expectancy in favor of women for men-and-women-living-to-age-65 is expected to decline in future decades, as the rate of heart disease, our number-one killer, equilibrates once women pass menopause (and their estrogen is depleted -- in the absence of HRT. By the way, not all forms of HRT are protective, as we have sadly discovered in a surprising clinical trial with Premarin showing that it may not only be non-protective, it could actually contribute to a higher mortality compared with controls taking nothing at all (especially in women whose onset of HRT was not immediately following menopause to alleviate hot-flashes, but a few years later on)! The Route-of-Administration [pill vs. patch] and first-pass [through the liver] effects may be important. Bioidentical vs. synthetic estrogens could also be important. Clinical trials are presently underway to tease out these uncertainties. Curiously, we have seen a recent hypotheses that women have longer telomeres compared with men). Nevertheless, based on our own empirical statistics here at the GRG, the extraordinary longevity difference by gender in "the oldest old" has not shrunk over the last five years. As just one observation, the world's oldest person for the last five years has always been a woman (although this has not been true throughout history and it is not currently true following the death of Lizzie Bolden of Tennessee (December 11, 2006)). See our Table D for more details).

Los Angeles Cars

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Originally founded in 1907, the Greater Los Angeles New Car Dealers Association provides valuable educational and philanthropic benefits to the Los Angeles Community.

The Association believes that involvement with local charitable organizations makes a positive difference for everyone involved.

Who we are... We are factory-franchised dealers who are committed to serving the communities of Greater Los Angeles County by promoting professionalism within the retail automotive industry. The Association dealer members contribute not only to the economy of Los Angeles County, but also to the well-being and growth of their individual communities.

Who our members are... Our Members are individuals, partnerships, or corporations owning and operating a franchised motor vehicle dealership engaged in the sales of automobiles or trucks and licensed by the State of California and located within the Los Angeles County area.

Los Angeles New Homes Map Guide

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The Los Angeles New Homes Directory is designed to be the most simple, easy to use real estate resource on the web, for finding new home builders and new home communities in Los Angeles California. You may search for new homes and new condos in Los Angeles by Price, Location, Builders, and by Master Planned Communities.

The city has a nice mild climate, beaches, the ocean, mountains nearby, and of course fame. The city brings in millions of tourists annually to view its entertainment attractions. The city also has important financial and manufacturing sectors as well as a fishing industry.

Visitors flock to Hollywood in search of film and television stars; to Beverly Hills and Malibu for a glimpse of glamour and privilege; and to the beaches all along the coast, where the sunny, laid-back California good life is alive for all to see. If luck goes your way, you might find yourself doing a double take as a famous face shows up at a Santa Monica coffee shop or a Beverly Hills mall.

Despite the median price of homes continuing to climb, demand continues to grow as well. Purchasing real estate in Los Angeles can be a challenge depending on the price range. The first time home buyer usually has the most difficult time due to the abundance of first time buyers and the lack of new homes in the first time buyer price range. It is now difficult to find homes for under $275,000 unless it is an attached home. Los Angeles real estate prices typically range from the high 200’s and up.

Investments in Los Angeles real estate abound and builders cannot seem to build new homes fast enough. New homes in Los Angeles, CA are being built at a rapid rate and these home communities have proven to be an excellent value. In most cases demand is high for homes in these areas.

The Los Angeles Real Estate market is quite different from other markets of similar climates. Low inventory and high demand characterize the Los Angeles housing market.