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(AP) - A California appeals court has rejected a lawsuit by three terminally ill patients that sought to clear the way for doctors to prescribe them fatal medication.

Health Care

San Joaquin Regional Transit Unveils Pink "Breast Cancer Awareness" Bus

October 29, 2015 | Rich Ibarra

The newest bus on the streets in Stockton is a vivid pink as a reminder of Breast Cancer Awareness in the month of October.

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New Study Reveals Harmful Effects Of Sugar

October 29, 2015 | Katie Orr

Halloween is just days away. But a new study out this week might make you think twice before letting your kids dive into their candy.

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California Waiting On Medicaid Waiver

October 27, 2015 | Katie Orr

California would like to try a new approach to providing health care to the homeless. But first it needs approval from the federal government.

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Environment

EPA Funds California, Nevada Native Tribe Water Projects

October 27, 2015 | Ed Joyce

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is providing more than $30 million to California and Nevada native tribes for water quality and environmental restoration projects.

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San Francisco Set to Implement Laura's Law, Compels Treatment for Mentally Ill

October 27, 2015

Starting next week, San Francisco will be the fifth county in the state to implement Laura's Law.

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State Government

History Suggests California Will Require Warning Labels For Bacon

October 26, 2015 | Ben Bradford

The World Health Organization’s finding that processed meats may increase the risk of cancer could trigger new requirements for businesses in California.

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Counties Fill Health Care Gap For Undocumented

October 26, 2015 | Katie Orr

A legislative effort to expand Medi-Cal to undocumented adults in California fell short earlier this year. But more counties are stepping in where the state leaves off.

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Clinics Help Medicare Recipients Choose Right Prescription Plan

October 26, 2015 | Rich Ibarra

If people covered by Medicare choose the wrong prescription drug plan under "Part D," they can end up spending thousands of dollars more than they need to. Special clinics are being held to help Medicare recipients make the right choice.

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