Denise Dador
Denise Dador is the Eyewitness News Health specialist whose Circle of Health reports can be seen on ABC7 Eyewitness News at 3 p.m., 4 p.m. and 5 p.m.

Since joining ABC7 in 1998, Denise's mission has been to help Southern Californians improve their lives with timely medical information and advice. Through her reports, L.A's top medical experts become accessible and relatable. Throughout the coronavirus pandemic, her stories played a pivotal role in helping Angelenos navigate their changing world. Besides volunteering to help groups that fund medical research and patient care. Denise also represents KABC in her work with various Asian Pacific Islander and Filipino-American community organizations.

Denise grew up in San Francisco. She attended Long Island University in Brooklyn and graduated from Mills College with a degree in communication. At WXYZ-TV in Detroit, she anchored the weekend news and hosted a weekly talk show. At KMPH in Fresno, she was the main anchor of their 10pm news.

Denise has received numerous journalism and community service awards including national recognition for her work with Asians for Miracle Marrow Matches. She received Emmy awards for News Feature Reporting and Outstanding Children's Programming.

Outside of work, Denise is a wife and mother of a teenaged son and daughter who both have big dreams. While she would like to say she is an avid runner or skier, streaming historical documentaries and period dramas has become her latest obsession.

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Denise's Stories
Hepatitis A outbreak declared in Los Angeles County. Here's what you need to know
Public health officials are raising the alarm as cases of Hepatitis A continue to climb in Los Angeles County. They're asking all residents to get vaccinated.
California eyes its own National Institutes of Health as science funding faces deep federal cuts
UCLA is among many universities reeling from cuts to scientific funding, but what if California had its own version of the National Institutes of Health?
Tariff uncertainty threatens to raise drug prices and stall medical innovation, experts warn
In this time of fluctuating tariff talks, many are concerned about what it will cost us. When it comes to paying for medications, tariffs could have some long-term consequences.
Violin teacher's persistent cough leads to crucial diagnosis after student's parent takes notice
A 72-year-old violin teacher had a nagging cough for nearly two years. Then one of her student's parents took notice, leading to a crucial diagnosis.
APLA Health expands their Long Beach facility amid concerns about potential government cuts
The new, expanded clinic is offering more services to the LGBTQ+ community than ever before. But, like many other Federally Qualified Health Centers, they're apprehensive about how the government's health cuts may impact care.
Dental health experts jumping to defend water fluoridation after RFK Jr.'s comments
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently spoke out against fluoride in public drinking water. Now dental health experts are jumping to the defense of what they call the greatest public health intervention in modern history.
Tirzepatide, also known as Mounjaro or Zepbound, may help treat sleep apnea
You may know about tirzepatide, also known as Mounjaro or Zepbound, due to its popularity for those looking to lose weight or treat diabetes. Now, researchers have gotten it approved to treat sleep apnea.
HIV patients react to DOGE's cutting of research funding grants at UCLA
"I feel like I've lost part of my health care, and that's very scary and sad and stressful," said one participant in a UCLA research study whose funding was cut.
UCLA professor loses millions in funding for HIV research project
A UCLA professor is speaking out after losing millions in funding for a HIV research project years in the making.
Using artificial sweeteners to cut calories? Fake sugar may make you more hungry, scientists say
About 40% of Americans regularly consume sugar substitutes usually as a way to reduce calories or sugar intake. But could these empty calories be tricking your brain to eat more? Scientists are getting a clearer picture.