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Health Care

Ski Program At Alpine Meadows Helps 'Wounded Warriors'

February 26, 2015 | Ed Joyce

A special camp at three North Lake Tahoe ski areas is providing winter sports instruction to 18 "wounded warriors" free of charge.

Health Care

Drug Companies Would Have to Disclose Profits, Production Costs, Under New Bill

February 25, 2015 | Pauline Bartolone

Pharmaceutical companies would be required to disclose the cost of making medications, and their profit from the drugs, under a bill introduced this week by a California lawmaker.

Health Care

Thousands of Crows Find Refuge in Downtown Sacramento

February 25, 2015 | Pauline Bartolone

Every night during Sacramento's cold months, as many as 20,000 crows fly in to rest in the trees downtown. Researchers say they may be vestiges of a culture of bird 'persecution' in the countryside.

Bill Would Ban Chewing Tobacco In Baseball

February 24, 2015 | Steve Milne

Pro baseball players would be banned from using chewing tobacco during games in California under a bill introduced today in the state Legislature.

Health Care

No New Measles Cases In Latest California Outbreak Update

February 24, 2015

(AP) - California health officials' latest update shows no new measles cases for the first time since the Disneyland outbreak began last year - an encouraging sign that infections may be waning.

State Government

Use of Medication On Foster Youth Investigated

February 23, 2015 | Katie Orr

Kids living at home usually have a parent overseeing any medication they need. But kids in foster care may lack that supervision. A state lawmaker will hold a hearing on the issue Tuesday.

Health Care

Nevada Lawmaker Wants to Eliminate State Health Insurance Marketplace

February 23, 2015 | Pauline Bartolone

A Nevada state lawmaker says he's drafting a bill that would eliminate the state's health insurance exchange. He says without state involvement, people could sign up for coverage through a federally-managed system.

Health Care

Covered California Extends Application Deadline

February 20, 2015 | Katie Orr

The California health exchange is extending its application deadline for some people.

Health Care

Not All Drugs for A Disease Could Be High-Cost Under New California Proposal

February 18, 2015 | Pauline Bartolone

A California lawmaker has introduced a bill that would ensure “reasonably” priced drugs are available to patients. Proponents say the measure would make it easier for people who need high-cost drugs, especially people with chronic disease.

Health Care

Roseville Group Helping Liberians Fight Ebola

February 18, 2015 | Steve Milne

Sacramento area relief workers helping to fight the Ebola crisis in West Africa report that Liberian schools are reopening after shutting down six months ago.