Study Shows Health, Reaction-Time Declines In FirefightersSeptember 2, 2018An ongoing health-monitoring study on firefighters involved wrist-worn motion monitors and body composition measurements.
Rural SuicideReading List: Suicide In Rural AmericaJune 22, 2018CapRadio health care reporter Sammy Caiola has embarked on a six-month project to explore the high rates of suicide in Northern California’s rural communities. Here's a look at what she's reading on the topic.
Health CareA Scaled-Back Bid To Care For Undocumented CaliforniansMay 29, 2018California lawmakers are trying to extend Medi-Cal health coverage to senior or disabled undocumented people after shelving a plan to provide full government health benefits to all undocumented, low-income adults in the state.
Auditors Slam California State University System For Putting Student, Employee Health And Safety At RiskApril 24, 2018 | Sammy CaiolaThe CSU is not taking the proper steps to protect students and staff from lab chemicals, asbestos and other hazards, a new audit shows. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareMore Flu Cases This Week In California Than During Last Season’s Peak; New Strain SpreadsMarch 9, 2018 | Sammy CaiolaA new influenza B strain is affecting children more severely than adults. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezPhysician With Diabetes Discusses How To Manage The ConditionMarch 2, 2018 | Chris RemingtonDr. Steven V. Edelman, founder of Taking Control of Your Diabetes (TCOYD), discusses the latest research and previews the TCOYD conference. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezHealth Workers Step Up To Help Victims Of Human TraffickingFebruary 13, 2018 | Cody DrabbleDoctors and nurses are playing a larger role in identifying and intervening with victims of human trafficking. Health reporter Sammy Caiola looked into how health professionals are helping to provide information and resources to trafficking victims. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Native American Treatment Center Faces Lawsuit From Yolo CountyFebruary 12, 2018 | Sammy CaiolaThis facility could help Native American youth with substance addiction, but Yolo County officials say it's a huge traffic hazard. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Covered California Sees Slight Drop In RenewalsFebruary 7, 2018 | Steve MilneEnrollment in Covered California dropped slightly this year. Numbers out today show 1.5 million people enrolled for 2018. That's down about two percent from the previous year. A drop in renewals offset gains in new enrollees. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareHacking Your New Years Resolution: A Guide to Changing Habits On the CheapDecember 29, 2017 | Sammy CaiolaHere are some tips and tricks to sticking with your New Years resolution.
