Latest California Healthline Stories
Hospital News Roundup for June 29
Providence Health and Services plans new facility in Santa Clarita; Funding boost helps Sequoia Community Health Centers expand services in Fresno
WellPoint Named in Lawsuit Against Former Executive
Former WellPoint CFO David Colby is the focus of a lawsuit brought against WellPoint by a former employee who alleges misconduct by Colby and WellPoint. Colby was asked to resign last month. Los Angeles Times.
State Prepares for Launch of Public Health Department
California in July again will separate the state’s public health functions and its administration of health care services into two distinct entities. Capital Public Radio's "Insight."
Opinion: Consequences of King-Harbor Closure Debated
One opinion piece questions where the 40,000 patients, most of whom are low-income blacks and Latinos, that are seen annually at King-Harbor hospital would go if the hospital closes, while a second opinion piece concludes that closing the hospital might be the only way to find something better for the community. Los Angeles Times.
Second-Term Victory on Health Care Unlikely for President Bush
Some political analysts say it is unlikely that President Bush will obtain legacy-making victories on health care or other domestic issues during his second term in office. Bush has 18 months to stump for his proposals, including a new health care agenda. Washington Post.