Insight With Vicki GonzalezDoctor: This Year's Flu Shot Is More EffectiveJanuary 7, 2016Insight checks in with Dr. Dean Blumberg, associate professor of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at UC Davis Children’s Hospital, about the latest trends in cold and flu viruses, norovirus, and other seasonal illnesses on the rise. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCapitol Roundup: Lawmakers Introduce Bill To End "Tampon Tax"January 6, 2016 | Chris NicholsCalifornia lawmakers have introduced a bill to end the "tampon tax." Meanwhile, the DMV says it hit another milestone issuing driver licenses to people illegally in the state.
State GovernmentAssisted Suicide Law Survives Referendum AttemptJanuary 4, 2016 | Ben AdlerOpponents of California’s new assisted suicide measure have failed in their attempt to overturn the law.
Health CarePrescription Drug Cost Caps Take EffectJanuary 4, 2016 | Ben BradfordThe state health exchange in California is attempting to lower prescription drug prices for people with hepatitis, HIV and other expensive diseases. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareStudy: Consumers Doubling Dosage Of Over-The-Counter DrugsJanuary 4, 2016 | James MorrisonWhen fighting a cold this winter, you may want to carefully read the label on your medication. A new study from Sacramento State University says consumers are overdosing on over-the-counter drugs because they don't read the labels. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareBan On Some Dungeness And Rock Crab Fisheries LiftedJanuary 1, 2016 | Amy QuintonCalifornians can now safely eat rock and Dungeness crab – but only if they’re caught in certain coastal areas.
