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How Much Did We Learn From School Closures During the Covid-19 Pandemic?

Louis Freedberg -
As students return to school, it’s easy to forget that six years ago, Covid-19 disrupted this annual ritual more than at any other time in our history.
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Major Medi-Cal Changes Are Coming in 2027 — What Enrollees Need to Know

Selen Ozturk -
The most significant changes to Medi-Cal in years are coming next year, and officials urge the 14 million Californians enrolled to prepare.
Health

Rising Health Costs Are Forcing More Americans to Forego Care

Sunita Sohrabji -
Health insurance premiums are expected to rise again in 2027, by at least 15%, after a 25% hike last year, notes Families USA.
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GLP-1 Drugs Show Promise, But Researchers Question Lifelong Use, Prescriptions for Children, and Cost Barriers

Sunita Sohrabji -
Many patients cannot afford deductibles or copays for medications that can otherwise cost $900 to $1,300 per month.
Health

As Sonoma County Ages, Family Caregivers Face Hidden Health Toll

Selen Ozturk -
Nearly one in five adult Californians — over 7 million — care for someone with a complex medical condition or disability. 
Health

Could Climate Change Be a Contributor to an Extended Cyclospora Outbreak?

Sunita Sohrabji -
The cyclospora virus, which is on the rise in the US, causes severe diarrhea in humans, lasting several weeks or longer.
Health

Experts Warn of Health Risks, Stress Vaccines Amid Measles Resurgence

Sunita Sohrabji -
Measles are on the rise again, with 4520 reported cases over the past 18 months, including 1,332 adult cases according to July 9 CDC data.
Health

California’s Medi-Cal Recipients Will Get Full Scope Dental Benefits for One More Year

Nicole Chang -
Lawful permanent residents on Medi-Cal can also keep existing comprehensive dental coverage until July 2027.
Health

Tennessee Directive Threatens Healthcare for 400 Critically Ill Immigrant Children

Selen Ozturk -
Tennessee has become the first state to condition life-saving healthcare for critically ill immigrant children on their willingness to be identified to immigration authorities.
International Affairs

Distrust, Political Violence, and False Narratives Harm Ebola Relief Efforts

Sunita Sohrabji -
Health workers and local leaders struggle to build trust as a rare Ebola strain spreads through Central African countries already burdened by violence.
Health

Mothers in One Bay Area City Confront Medi-Cal’s Uncertain Future

Selen Ozturk -
A group of mothers gathered recently in Redwood City, 30 miles south of San Francisco, to share concerns about looming cuts to Medi-Cal services.
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