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.
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 CarePharmacists Push For Greater Role In Medication ManagementOctober 21, 2015 | Katie OrrHealth professionals say most Americans don’t take their medication as prescribed. Now California pharmacists want a larger role in solving the problem. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentRight-To-Die Law Faces Delays, ChallengesOctober 19, 2015 | Katie OrrSupporters celebrated when a bill allowing for physician-assisted suicide in California was signed into law. But the tactics used to pass the law will likely delay its implementation. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareZIP Codes As Health IndicatorsOctober 1, 2015 | Katie OrrPostal zip codes were originally developed to help deliver the mail. But it turns out they’re also valuable health indicators. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareSome Undocumented Californians Already Receiving Medi-CalSeptember 22, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia lawmakers continue to debate whether undocumented immigrants in the state should be allowed to sign up for Medi-Cal. But many are already receiving some coverage.
State GovernmentLawmaker Wants State To Take Closer Look At Nail SalonsAugust 20, 2015 | Katie OrrThere are more than 8,000 nail salons in California. And a state lawmaker announced a new effort Thursday to take a closer look at them. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentRenewed Effort To Pass Right-To-Die LegislationAugust 18, 2015 | Katie OrrThe stage has been set for more emotional debate surrounding physician-assisted suicide in California. Democratic lawmakers announced today they’ve reintroduced a bill that would allow the practice in the state. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentFlat Managed Care Tax ProposedAugust 17, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia is under orders to change the way it funds Medi-Cal. Lawmakers are considering the issue in a special Legislative session and a new proposal was announced Monday. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
