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    LA veterinarians feel under-resourced, unappreciated

    One in six veterinarians have contemplated suicide in 2020, says a report by the American Medical Veterinary Association.

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    Person smiling broadly wearing glasses and plaid shirt against ivy-covered wall background.By Steve Chiotakis • Dec 2, 2021 • 24m Listen

    One in six veterinarians have contemplated suicide in 2020, says a report by the American Medical Veterinary Association. Many veterinary clinics slashed their hours during the pandemic, causing a backlog of appointments that’s putting extra stress on an already burnt-out, under-staffed workforce.

    KCRW DJ José Galván highlights some upcoming live shows he’s booking at The Paramount in Boyle Heights, one of the oldest and most historic venues in LA.

    And LA politicians argue over the best way to address homelessness: doubling down on costly housing developments or prioritizing shelter beds.

    In this episode

    3 stories
    1. 0:00

      Should LA fight homelessness via long-term housing developments or short-term shelters?

      Homelessness is one of LA’s most divisive issues, and politicians are fighting over what to do about it.

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      8 min
    2. 7:34

      Veterinarian workforce can’t keep up with demand, face same challenges as regular doctors

      Many veterinary clinics slashed their hours during the pandemic, causing a backlog of appointments that’s putting extra stress on an already burnt-out, under-staffed workforce.

      Read the story
      8 min
    3. 15:29

      KCRW DJ José Galván tapped to book live shows at The Paramount in Boyle Heights

      After sitting empty for a year and a half, The Paramount in Boyle Heights is open to live music once more, and KCRW DJ José Galván has been tapped to curate its upcoming shows.

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      25 min
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      Steve Chiotakis

      Afternoon News Anchor

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      Christian Bordal

      Managing Producer, Greater LA

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      Kathryn Barnes

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      Jackie Sedley

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    In this episode

    3 stories
    1. 0:008 min

      Should LA fight homelessness via long-term housing developments or short-term shelters?

    2. 7:348 min

      Veterinarian workforce can’t keep up with demand, face same challenges as regular doctors

    3. 15:2925 min

      KCRW DJ José Galván tapped to book live shows at The Paramount in Boyle Heights

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