State GovernmentBill To Set Rules On Dialysis Clinics Shelved For The YearSeptember 8, 2017 | Chris NicholsA bill to regulate dialysis clinics has stalled in the California Legislature following strong opposition from the medical industry.
Health CareSingle Payer Vs Universal Health Care: What's The Difference?August 28, 2017 | Sammy CaiolaFrom single payer to universal coverage, California looks for a way to cover the uninsured. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareBattle Over Pesticide Pits Demand For Proof Against Precautions For HealthAugust 14, 2017 | Ali BudnerA recently-introduced bill would ban one of the nation’s most widely-used pesticides, chlorpyrifos. The Obama Administration moved to ban it in 2015, over health concerns, but this year the Trump Administration reversed that decision. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezEmily Bazar Explains Big Changes Coming To Covered CaliforniaAugust 3, 2017 | Chris RemingtonParticipants in the state’s healthcare exchange will see premium increases next year and a potential surcharge because of lost federal subsidies. Emily Bazar has been following Covered California closely, she joins Insight to explain. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCovered California Premiums To Rise 12.5 Percent In 2018August 1, 2017 | Julia MitricCalifornians enrolled in Covered California will see premiums rise by an average of 12.5 percent next year. And Anthem Blue Cross of California is withdrawing from most regions of the state. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezNews Network: CALmatters Journalist Laurel Rosenhall On Legalized Injection Centers For AddictsAugust 1, 2017 | Chris RemingtonCALmatters journalist Laurel Rosenhall shares her latest story on how legalized injection centers could open soon in several California communities if Assembly Bill 186 passes the California Legislature. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareDowntown Exhibit Puts Focus On Reproductive HealthJuly 26, 2017 | Sammy CaiolaA Planned Parenthood-sponsored art exhibit is on display downtown this week. The multimedia pieces highlight issues in reproductive health. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareDemocrats Advance Single-Payer California Health Care BillMay 25, 2017(AP) - A California bill to replace health insurance companies with universal government-funded care is advancing to a vote in the full Senate.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezHow Will The American Health Care Act Affect Home Health Care Workers? May 17, 2017 | Cody DrabbleThe American Health Care Act would drastically reshape how Medicaid is funded, which could leave California’s most disadvantaged in a difficult spot. Paul Tullis with Capitol & Main further delves into this topic with retired nurse Bonnie Kerlew. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Trump 'Confident' About GOP Health Care Bill's Prospects In The SenateMay 4, 2017The vote was 217-213. The measure now goes to the Senate, where it is expected to undergo intense debate and significant revision.
