Latest California Healthline Stories
In Midst Of Hep A Outbreak, San Diego Opens Stylish Public Bathroom On The Waterfront
Some criticized the new facility, questioning whether the region’s priority should have been more downtown restrooms.
Digital Pill Approved By FDA, But Some Worry It’s The Medical Equivalent Of A Tattletale
The pill has sensors that alert doctors to when patients take their medication. But some warn the device could breed mistrust.
USC Knew About Former Med School Dean’s Behavior For Years And Didn’t Act
Complaints of Dr. Carmen Puliafito’s drinking began to reach USC administrators more than five years ago, and in 2016 the university received information about the dean being in the room of a young woman who overdosed. But he was allowed to remain at the Keck school, where the renowned eye surgeon continued to treat patients.
Medical Board Suspends Doctor’s License In Investigation Over Patient Deaths
Two patients died after undergoing cosmetic surgery procedures, and two more experienced distress under the doctor’s care.
AARP Wants Civil Rights Investigation Into Way California Deals With Nursing Home Evictions
An NPR investigation finds that just 7 percent of nursing homes that were found to have violated an eviction law in California were fined by the state.
Supreme Court To Hear Free Speech Case Involving Calif. Pregnancy Centers
A California state law requires pregnancy centers to provide information about abortion options to its patients. The centers say the law violates their right to free speech by forcing them to convey messages at odds with their beliefs.
After Navigators’ Budget Slashed, Consumers Being Directed To Get Help From Private Brokers
But advocates worry that shifting from a nonprofit model to one where the agent stands to make a commission will ultimately hurt consumers.
Legionnaires’ Outbreak Prompts Disneyland To Shut Down Cooling Towers
But Orange County health officials say the threat is not ongoing.
It’s Too Early To Tell What Flu Season Will Be Like, But Early Signs Look A Little Grim
Australia, which can act as a sneak peek into what the coming months hold, just exited its winter flu season with 2.5 times as many cases as it usually sees.
Mental Health Funding, Treatment Options In California Lag Even As Cases Rise
Since 1995, California’s population has increased by more than 7 million people, but the facilities and beds for acute psychiatric care have decreased.