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Health Care Feature Stories
Eppie's Race Marks One Million Dollars In Donations
Jun 18, 2013The Sacramento triathlon “Eppie’s Great Race” turns 40 this year. This week it reached the $1 million mark in donations for the disabled.
Obamacare Explained: A Guide for Californians
This interactive guide explains how the federal health law affects you, your family or your small business, here in California. It's for people who already have insurance and people who don't — but want to get it.
Medi-Cal Expansion Bills Head to Governor Brown's Desk
Jun 16, 2013Two California bills to expand the state health program for the poor were passed by California lawmakers over the weekend.
State and Counties Strike Deal on Health Spending
Jun 11, 2013California county and state negotiators have come to a budget deal on how local governments can use state dollars for health care under the Affordable Care Act.
President Touts Federal Health Law in California
Jun 7, 2013President Obama used a stop in San Jose today to highlight California’s efforts to implement the Affordable Care Act.
Business Journal: Health Care Reform, Hearing Aids, Flying Cars
Jun 7, 2013We saw a huge protest at the state Capitol this week over proposed Medi-Cal cuts. Sacramento Business Journal Editor Jack Robinson says these cuts seem to contradict what's happening with federal health care reform.
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State Fiscal Plan Leaves Hole in Sacramento County's Health Budget
Monday, June 17, 2013A top Sacramento county official says the new California budget will mean local health services will take a hit next year.
Medi-Cal Expansion Bills Head to Governor Brown's Desk
Sunday, June 16, 2013Two California bills to expand the state health program for the poor were passed by California lawmakers over the weekend.
New Budget Fills In Dental Coverage Gaps for Poor Californians
Friday, June 14, 2013California lawmakers and Governor Jerry Brown reached a budget agreement this week. A small number of areas won restored funding for next year - dental care was one of them.
California Insurance Commissioner Wants Anthem Locked Out of Group Exchange
Thursday, June 13, 2013The California Department of Insurance says a major company should be left out of a new health insurance marketplace for small businesses.
State and Counties Strike Deal on Health Spending
Tuesday, June 11, 2013California county and state negotiators have come to a budget deal on how local governments can use state dollars for health care under the Affordable Care Act.
President Touts Federal Health Law in California
Friday, June 07, 2013President Obama used a stop in San Jose today to highlight California’s efforts to implement the Affordable Care Act.
County Official Says State Budget Could Endanger Public Health Programs
Thursday, June 06, 2013A county official says a state budget fight over money for health services involves more than care for the uninsured. The money also pays for programs that protect everyone from disease.
EPA And Lawmakers Call Lack of Clean Drinking Water Unacceptable
Wednesday, June 05, 2013The EPA and lawmakers say California needs to do more to provide communities with safe drinking water.
Insight: Syria Update / Corporations Using Medi-Cal? / Pet Tales / TC Boyle
Wednesday, May 29, 2013UC Davis professor offers analysis on the latest news concerning Syria. Will a new bill keep large corporations from "dumping" their employees into Medi-Cal? Gina Spadafori offers tips for a stress-free vet visit. Author speaks in Sac this Friday.
Insight: The Arts and Basketball / Stem Cell Cloning / Nicolas' Garden
Monday, May 20, 2013Will a sports and entertainment complex in downtown Sacramento help or hurt the area's other arts orgnizations? UC Davis stem cell researcher on new developments in cell cloning. Eight-year-old releases new app for kids looking for healthy habits.
Insight: Unanimous Court / Breast Cancer Endowment / Amy Reed & Ross Hammond / Sound Advice: In the Flow
Thursday, May 9, 2013Law Professor John Sims takes explores the current make-up of California's Supreme Court. Women share stories of mothers they lost to breast cancer. Musicians perform in our studio. Samples of music from this week's In the Flow Festival.
House Passes Bill That Would Ban Abortions After 20 Weeks
The legislation is one of the most far-reaching abortion bills in decades and follows the May murder convictions of Philadelphia abortion doctor Kermit Gosnell. The bill, which would ban nearly all abortions starting 20 weeks after fertilization, is unlikely to ever become law.
Patients Lead The Way As Medicine Grapples With Apps
Smartphone apps can help count calories or detect a heart attack. People are embracing them to manage many aspects of their health. But medical apps are largely unregulated now, so there's no easy way to be sure which ones are trustworthy and which ones aren't.
How To Make Museums More Inviting For Kids With Autism
A day at a museum promises fun for parents and kids alike. But for children who are on the autism spectrum, a seemingly simple museum exhibit may be too overwhelming to enjoy. Now, museums are coming up with ways to accommodate these visitors.
Pauline Bartolone, Health Care Reporter
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The Future of Health Care in California
California has created its own health care exchange under the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare. What does that mean for you and all of California? Read the latest stories and learn more with "Obamacare Explained," a comprehensive, interactive tool.
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