State GovernmentBoard Rejects Requirement For Doctors To Disclose Probation StatusOctober 30, 2015 | Ben BradfordCalifornia doctors who are on probation will not have to tell their patients. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCalifornia Appeals Court Rejects Right-To-Die LawsuitOctober 30, 2015(AP) - A California appeals court has rejected a lawsuit by three terminally ill patients that sought to clear the way for doctors to prescribe them fatal medication.
Health CareSan Joaquin Regional Transit Unveils Pink "Breast Cancer Awareness" BusOctober 29, 2015 | Rich IbarraThe newest bus on the streets in Stockton is a vivid pink as a reminder of Breast Cancer Awareness in the month of October. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareNew Study Reveals Harmful Effects Of SugarOctober 29, 2015 | Katie OrrHalloween is just days away. But a new study out this week might make you think twice before letting your kids dive into their candy. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCalifornia Waiting On Medicaid WaiverOctober 27, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia would like to try a new approach to providing health care to the homeless. But first it needs approval from the federal government. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentEPA Funds California, Nevada Native Tribe Water ProjectsOctober 27, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is providing more than $30 million to California and Nevada native tribes for water quality and environmental restoration projects. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareSan Francisco Set to Implement Laura's Law, Compels Treatment for Mentally IllOctober 27, 2015Starting next week, San Francisco will be the fifth county in the state to implement Laura's Law. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentHistory Suggests California Will Require Warning Labels For BaconOctober 26, 2015 | Ben BradfordThe World Health Organization’s finding that processed meats may increase the risk of cancer could trigger new requirements for businesses in California. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCounties Fill Health Care Gap For UndocumentedOctober 26, 2015 | Katie OrrA legislative effort to expand Medi-Cal to undocumented adults in California fell short earlier this year. But more counties are stepping in where the state leaves off. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareClinics Help Medicare Recipients Choose Right Prescription PlanOctober 26, 2015 | Rich IbarraIf people covered by Medicare choose the wrong prescription drug plan under "Part D," they can end up spending thousands of dollars more than they need to. Special clinics are being held to help Medicare recipients make the right choice. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
