Health CareFinding Housing For Homeless People Still A Challenge As Sacramento’s ‘Whole Person Care’ Program ExpandsFebruary 28, 2019 | Sammy CaiolaMost of California’s homeless residents suffer from chronic mental health conditions, physical disabilities or addiction. The state is looking to expand a program that deals with those issues while finding people housing — but it’s not always easy. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki Gonzalez'Uncovered California' Collaboration Looks At Who Still Lacks Access To Health InsuranceFebruary 21, 2019CapRadio healthcare reporter Sammy Caiola and Orange County Register reporter Deepa Bharath unveil “Uncovered California,” a six month project to examine who lacks healthcare coverage in the state. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Uncovered CaliforniaCalifornia’s Individual Mandate: A Fix For A Broken System? Or A Penalty On The Poor?February 21, 2019 | Sammy CaiolaNewsom and his legislative allies say they want the state-level mandate to work the same way as the federal one. The goal is to encourage enough healthy people to buy coverage to offset costs from those who need expensive care. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CarePlanned Aggie Square Rehab Facility Has UC Labor Unions Concerned Over OutsourcingFebruary 18, 2019 | Sammy CaiolaSome UC Davis Medical Center employees are accusing the hospital of outsourcing their jobs. Administration says no UC employees will be laid off. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentGavin Newsom Calls For ‘Master Plan On Aging’ In CaliforniaFebruary 15, 2019 | Chris NicholsAdvocates for seniors say the state doesn’t need new programs, but instead must make existing ones work together more effectively. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareSome Rural California Hospitals Will Try To Prevent Overdoses With Opioid Treatment In The ERFebruary 15, 2019 | Sammy CaiolaThe state is encouraging an opioid withdrawal treatment they say could reduce the risk of overdose if given in the emergency room.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezMelinda Welsh: Alive And WritingFebruary 7, 2019 | Cody DrabbleFounding Sacramento News & Review editor Melinda Welsh survived a terminal cancer diagnosis with the help of immunotherapy. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCalifornia Medical Provider Shortfall Is A Looming Crisis. This Commission Has a PlanFebruary 6, 2019 | Sammy CaiolaA commission studying the medical workforce is out with a new report offering solutions for how to prevent a provider shortfall. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Lawmakers Wage New Battle With Dialysis IndustryFebruary 4, 2019 | Sammy CaiolaA yearslong debate about dialysis company profits continues with a new bill that’s already drawing opposition. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezSacramento County Partners With UC Davis Health To Serve Medi-Cal EnrolleesFebruary 4, 2019 | Cody DrabbleSacramento County just approved a new partnership with UC Davis Health to expand access to provide primary care, behavioral health and specialty care services through the County Health Center for low income patients. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
