By: Roland Armstrong, Caltrans Public Information Officer As Californians prepare for the possibility of a strong El Niño season, much of the attention will focus on heavy rain, flooding, and […]
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While Black families pay more for power, some attorneys fight to save high-cost coal
Families across the country are opening their monthly utility bills with a growing sense of dread. Groceries cost more. Rent costs more. Now electricity has become one more expense pushing […]
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Financial help may make health coverage more affordable
Covered California has connected nearly 1.8 million people to health insurance this year and actively negotiates with health insurance companies to get the lowest possible prices for consumers. California’s rate […]
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Pediatric experts warn children could face increased flu risks this season
Although it might be a bit early to determine the severity of the current flu season, one thing is certain: getting vaccinated against influenza offers you the best protection to […]
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From pain to possibility: Gene therapy gives sickle cell patients new hope
With September being National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved sickle cell disease gene therapy is giving hope of a cure to patients […]
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Don’t let food-safety fears push healthy foods off the plate
When you hear about an outbreak of foodborne illness, you pay attention. We all want to know the food we bring home and serve to our families is safe. But […]
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State warns of West Nile Virus activity at a five-year high
California health officials warned on Thursday that West Nile virus activity has reached a five-year high statewide, weeks after Los Angeles County reported its first human case of the year. […]
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California Families Shrink Protein Portions and Serve More Meat-Free Meals
Recent reports have highlighted how rising grocery prices are forcing families to cut back on fresh fruit and vegetables. However, new research suggests that households are buying less animal protein, […]
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Medicare Part D ends this year
The Trump administration is rolling back more health benefits for citizens as they plan to terminate Medicare Part D – the government health insurance program’s prescription drug benefit used by […]
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Measles case confirmed in traveler passing through LAX
Yesterday, Los Angeles County health officials were advising people who passed through LAX last week to monitor for measles symptoms after confirming an infected traveler passed through the airport. According […]
