Category: Health
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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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Pregnancy Billing Is Changing in 2027: What the New AMA Rules Could Mean for California Families Pregnancy Billing Is Changing in 2027: What the New AMA Rules Could Mean for California Families
Health June 4, 2026

Pregnancy Billing Is Changing in 2027: What the New AMA Rules Could Mean for California Families

The biggest overhaul of maternity billing in decades could affect insurance costs, ... more

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Latino Teens Often Report Fewer Mental Health Concerns, Though Many Still Face Serious Challenges Latino Teens Often Report Fewer Mental Health Concerns, Though Many Still Face Serious Challenges
Health June 3, 2026

Latino Teens Often Report Fewer Mental Health Concerns, Though Many Still Face Serious Challenges

A new survey finds widespread concern about teen mental health, while experts ... more

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Trump Administration Releases Medicaid Work Requirement Rules: Who Must Comply and Who Is Exempt Trump Administration Releases Medicaid Work Requirement Rules: Who Must Comply and Who Is Exempt
Health June 1, 2026

Trump Administration Releases Medicaid Work Requirement Rules: Who Must Comply and Who Is Exempt

Federal guidance outlines work, education, training, and community service requirements for certain ... more

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Latino Men Face Higher Risk of Advanced Prostate Cancer. A New PROTEUS Trial  Offers Hope Latino Men Face Higher Risk of Advanced Prostate Cancer. A New PROTEUS Trial  Offers Hope
Health May 31, 2026

Latino Men Face Higher Risk of Advanced Prostate Cancer. A New PROTEUS Trial Offers Hope

A major international study found that adding apalutamide to hormone therapy before ... more

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Sleep Apnea Is Hitting Latino Families Harder Than Many Realize, Major NIH Study Finds Sleep Apnea Is Hitting Latino Families Harder Than Many Realize, Major NIH Study Finds
Health May 28, 2026

Sleep Apnea Is Hitting Latino Families Harder Than Many Realize, Major NIH Study Finds

Researchers say millions of Latinos may be living with undiagnosed sleep apnea ... more

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New Colon Cancer Screening Options Could Help More Latino Californians Get Tested Without a Colonoscopy New Colon Cancer Screening Options Could Help More Latino Californians Get Tested Without a Colonoscopy
Health May 27, 2026

New Colon Cancer Screening Options Could Help More Latino Californians Get Tested Without a Colonoscopy

The American Cancer Society’s new guidelines add blood-based and expanded at-home testing ... more

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U.S. Drug Overdose Deaths Are Falling, but Fentanyl Still Devastates Latino and California Communities U.S. Drug Overdose Deaths Are Falling, but Fentanyl Still Devastates Latino and California Communities
Health May 26, 2026

U.S. Drug Overdose Deaths Are Falling, but Fentanyl Still Devastates Latino and California Communities

New federal data shows overdose deaths declining nationwide, but synthetic opioids like ... more

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AI Could Help Immigrant Families Access Healthcare Faster. Experts Warn It Could Also Deepen Inequality AI Could Help Immigrant Families Access Healthcare Faster. Experts Warn It Could Also Deepen Inequality
Health May 26, 2026

AI Could Help Immigrant Families Access Healthcare Faster. Experts Warn It Could Also Deepen Inequality

A major international review says artificial intelligence could improve translation, diagnosis, and ... more

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Why So Many People Start Projects but Never Finish Them Why So Many People Start Projects but Never Finish Them
Health May 24, 2026

Why So Many People Start Projects but Never Finish Them

Psychologists say unfinished projects are often tied to dopamine, executive dysfunction, perfectionism, ... more

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New Medicaid Rules Could Disrupt Care for Rare Disease Patients Across California New Medicaid Rules Could Disrupt Care for Rare Disease Patients Across California
Health May 22, 2026

New Medicaid Rules Could Disrupt Care for Rare Disease Patients Across California

New federal Medicaid rules are reshaping access to gene therapies, coverage renewals, ... more

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They Built California Kitchens. Now a Deadly Dust Is Destroying Latino Workers’ Lungs They Built California Kitchens. Now a Deadly Dust Is Destroying Latino Workers’ Lungs
Health May 19, 2026

They Built California Kitchens. Now a Deadly Dust Is Destroying Latino Workers’ Lungs

Health officials warn that engineered stone countertops are fueling a fast-moving silicosis ... more

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How to Manage GLP-1 Side Effects Safely, According to Doctors and Clinical Research How to Manage GLP-1 Side Effects Safely, According to Doctors and Clinical Research
Health Cover Story May 19, 2026

How to Manage GLP-1 Side Effects Safely, According to Doctors and Clinical Research

Nausea, constipation, fatigue, and stomach problems are common with GLP-1 medications like ... more

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Why Laughter May Be One of the Most Powerful Stress Remedies for Latino Families Why Laughter May Be One of the Most Powerful Stress Remedies for Latino Families
Culture May 18, 2026

Why Laughter May Be One of the Most Powerful Stress Remedies for Latino Families

New research shows laughter lowers stress hormones, strengthens social bonds, and may ... more

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Lost Your Medi-Cal Coverage? Here’s What California Families Should Do Right Now Lost Your Medi-Cal Coverage? Here’s What California Families Should Do Right Now
Health May 17, 2026

Lost Your Medi-Cal Coverage? Here’s What California Families Should Do Right Now

Renewal delays and paperwork problems are disrupting healthcare access across California, but ... more

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New Research Links Daily Coffee Drinking to Healthier Aging and a Younger Biological Age New Research Links Daily Coffee Drinking to Healthier Aging and a Younger Biological Age
Health May 16, 2026

New Research Links Daily Coffee Drinking to Healthier Aging and a Younger Biological Age

Recent studies suggest moderate caffeinated coffee intake may support brain health, protect ... 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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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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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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