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The Midtown Moxies burlesque troupe welcomes performers of all shapes and sizes. Most members have a chronic illness, mental health challenge or physical disability. Performers say the troupe serves as an important support system.

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Uncovered California

Even In Deep Blue California, Medi-Cal Expansion For Undocumented Doesn’t Sit Well With Some

September 28, 2019

Although Democrats in the Golden State were largely united in granting taxpayer-funded health benefits eligibility to undocumented adults ages 19-25, others complain that it comes at the expense of citizen needs.

Uncovered California

For The Homeless, Medical Insurance Often Falls By The Wayside

September 25, 2019

Although the vast majority of individuals experiencing homelessness qualify for Medi-Cal, many fail to enroll and go without the care they need.

Health Care

California Urging Residents To Stop Vaping Amid Investigation

September 24, 2019

Ninety people with a history of vaping have been hospitalized for severe breathing problems and lung damage in California, including two deaths. With no known cause, officials say people should refrain from vaping until investigations are completed.

Health Care

As Stevante Clark Graduates Mental Health Court, California Looks To Grow This Alternative To Incarceration

September 9, 2019 | Sammy Caiola

California is expanding this type of probation for mentally ill offenders, which focuses on treatment instead of jail time. One of the Sacramento program’s newest graduates is Stevante Clark, brother of Stephon Clark, who was killed by police.

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California Dream

Paging More Doctors: California’s Worsening Physician Shortage

September 5, 2019

California is facing a growing shortage of primary care physicians, one that is already afflicting rural areas and low-income inner city areas, and is forecasted to impact millions of people within 10 years.

State Government

Newsom's California Vaccine Bill Changes Surprise Backers

September 4, 2019

(AP) — Backers of a California bill to crack down on doctors who sell fraudulent medical exemptions for vaccinations said they were surprised by Gov. Gavin Newsom's last minute call for changes to the bill.

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