Nicky Cao, a Vietnamese trans woman, is one of the few people in her community who will talk openly about her transition, her mental health, and her fear.
Starting Jan. 1, 2026, California will sell its own insulin pens at dramatically reduced prices — just $11 each — under Gov. Newsom’s CalRx plan to make healthcare affordable.
Oct 23 | Millions of Californians with Medi-Cal qualify for free dental and vision care but don’t use it. DHCS leaders share how CalAIM expands equitable, person-centered access to essential health services.
Oct 10 | As the federal shutdown unfolds, millions face soaring ACA premiums, Medicaid restrictions, and loss of coverage. Experts from KFF, CBPP, and Families USA examine the human toll of America’s health crisis.
Health insurance premiums for millions of Americans will double this fall as ACA tax credits expire. Republicans say Democrats caused a shutdown over the issue.
Sep 11 | Federal and state policy changes will reshape Medi-Cal from 2026 to 2028, impacting nearly 15 million Californians. Experts from DHCS will explain new requirements, budget effects, and which benefits remain unchanged to help families — especially immigrant and mixed-status households.
The House of Representatives is expected to vote on a measure next week that would slash the Medicaid budget by $880 billion, essentially gutting the program.
