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A Half-Cent That Could Save Lives: Why L.A. County’s Small Tax Hike Carries Outsized Stakes A Half-Cent That Could Save Lives: Why L.A. County’s Small Tax Hike Carries Outsized Stakes
Health February 12, 2026

A Half-Cent That Could Save Lives: Why L.A. County’s Small Tax Hike Carries Outsized Stakes

As federal health dollars disappear, L.A. County’s proposed tax hike may determine ... more

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As Physician Shortages Grow, AB 2386 Awaits Senate Action As Physician Shortages Grow, AB 2386 Awaits Senate Action
California June 9, 2026

As Physician Shortages Grow, AB 2386 Awaits Senate Action

California is facing a growing physician shortage, particularly in underserved regions where ... more

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Medi-Cal Renewal: The Challenge Putting Coverage for Thousands at Risk Medi-Cal Renewal: The Challenge Putting Coverage for Thousands at Risk
Health April 10, 2026

Medi-Cal Renewal: The Challenge Putting Coverage for Thousands at Risk

Medi-Cal renewal California 2026 is becoming a critical issue as new policy ... more

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Medicare Begins Covering Weight-Loss Medications: Who Qualifies and How the New Program Will Work Medicare Begins Covering Weight-Loss Medications: Who Qualifies and How the New Program Will Work
Health July 1, 2026

Medicare Begins Covering Weight-Loss Medications: Who Qualifies and How the New Program Will Work

A new Medicare pilot program opens access to popular weight-loss medications for ... more

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As ACA Subsidies End, California’s Latino Coverage Gains Face New Pressure As ACA Subsidies End, California’s Latino Coverage Gains Face New Pressure
Health January 18, 2026

As ACA Subsidies End, California’s Latino Coverage Gains Face New Pressure

Early 2026 data raise affordability concerns for millions of Californians For more than ... more

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Breathing Exercises for Stress Relief: Science Says 5 Minutes a Day Can Calm Your Mind Breathing Exercises for Stress Relief: Science Says 5 Minutes a Day Can Calm Your Mind
Health May 8, 2026

Breathing Exercises for Stress Relief: Science Says 5 Minutes a Day Can Calm Your Mind

As stress rises for working families across California, research shows slow breathing ... more

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Summer Is Here: How Seriously Should Latinos Take Skin Cancer? More Than Many People Realize Summer Is Here: How Seriously Should Latinos Take Skin Cancer? More Than Many People Realize
Health June 15, 2026

Summer Is Here: How Seriously Should Latinos Take Skin Cancer? More Than Many People Realize

Latinos develop skin cancer less often than White Americans, but they are ... more

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Trump Pushes Psychedelic Drug Research as Overdose Crisis in Latino Communities is Unclear Trump Pushes Psychedelic Drug Research as Overdose Crisis in Latino Communities is Unclear
Health April 18, 2026

Trump Pushes Psychedelic Drug Research as Overdose Crisis in Latino Communities is Unclear

The psychedelic drug research executive order aims to fast-track therapies for PTSD ... more

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Supreme Court Ruling Could Lower Prescription Drug Costs by Protecting Generic Competition Supreme Court Ruling Could Lower Prescription Drug Costs by Protecting Generic Competition
Health Cover Story July 1, 2026

Supreme Court Ruling Could Lower Prescription Drug Costs by Protecting Generic Competition

The unanimous decision protects a long-standing FDA pathway that allows generic drugmakers ... more

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New California Law Expands IVF Coverage — and Could Reduce Barriers for Latino Families New California Law Expands IVF Coverage — and Could Reduce Barriers for Latino Families
Health January 19, 2026

New California Law Expands IVF Coverage — and Could Reduce Barriers for Latino Families

Senate Bill 729 requires many health plans to cover infertility care, ... more

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Major Study Finds Two-Way Link Between Premenstrual Disorders and Mental Health Conditions Major Study Finds Two-Way Link Between Premenstrual Disorders and Mental Health Conditions
Health May 11, 2026

Major Study Finds Two-Way Link Between Premenstrual Disorders and Mental Health Conditions

A new JAMA study found a two-way link between premenstrual disorders and ... more

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Latina Women Face High Heart Attack Risk Even With Lower Artery Plaque Latina Women Face High Heart Attack Risk Even With Lower Artery Plaque
Health February 25, 2026

Latina Women Face High Heart Attack Risk Even With Lower Artery Plaque

New research highlights sex-specific cardiovascular risks and underscores the urgent need for ... more

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Yes, Men Can Get Postpartum Depression. About 1 in 10 New Fathers Experience It Yes, Men Can Get Postpartum Depression. About 1 in 10 New Fathers Experience It
Health June 17, 2026

Yes, Men Can Get Postpartum Depression. About 1 in 10 New Fathers Experience It

Experts say paternal postpartum depression affects millions of fathers worldwide, yet many ... more

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Breakthrough Cancer Treatments are Here But Gaps Remain for Latino Patients Breakthrough Cancer Treatments are Here But Gaps Remain for Latino Patients
Health April 20, 2026

Breakthrough Cancer Treatments are Here But Gaps Remain for Latino Patients

Pancreatic cancer breakthroughs 2026 are extending survival, but low Latino participation in ... more

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More Teens Are Turning to AI for Mental Health Support. What California Parents Should Know More Teens Are Turning to AI for Mental Health Support. What California Parents Should Know
Health July 3, 2026

More Teens Are Turning to AI for Mental Health Support. What California Parents Should Know

New research shows that many teenagers are seeking emotional support from AI ... more

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Syphilis Is Surging in California—and a Critical Drug Shortage Is Putting Latino Families at Risk Syphilis Is Surging in California—and a Critical Drug Shortage Is Putting Latino Families at Risk
Health January 22, 2026

Syphilis Is Surging in California—and a Critical Drug Shortage Is Putting Latino Families at Risk

Record infections, rising congenital cases, and a penicillin shortage expose deep gaps ... more

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Doctors Say Many New Moms Hide Postpartum OCD Symptoms Out of Fear and Shame Doctors Say Many New Moms Hide Postpartum OCD Symptoms Out of Fear and Shame
Health May 15, 2026

Doctors Say Many New Moms Hide Postpartum OCD Symptoms Out of Fear and Shame

Intrusive thoughts, compulsive checking, and intense fear after childbirth may signal postpartum ... more

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How Daylight Saving Time Affects Your Health — and How to Protect Yourself How Daylight Saving Time Affects Your Health — and How to Protect Yourself
Health March 8, 2026

How Daylight Saving Time Affects Your Health — and How to Protect Yourself

The "spring forward" shift of Daylight Saving Time disrupts circadian rhythms, increasing ... more

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Smoking Doesn’t Just Harm Your Lungs. It Can Damage Your Sex Life, Fertility, and Intimacy Smoking Doesn’t Just Harm Your Lungs. It Can Damage Your Sex Life, Fertility, and Intimacy
Health June 19, 2026

Smoking Doesn’t Just Harm Your Lungs. It Can Damage Your Sex Life, Fertility, and Intimacy

Research shows smoking can reduce sexual performance, increase infertility risks, and affect ... more

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