Latest California Healthline Stories
In San Diego, Starbucks Program Provides Special Treat For Hungry Residents
At the end of each day, trucks pick up soon-to-be-expired food that store managers set aside, and deliver it to hunger relief agencies.
Soon All Public Water Systems In California Will Have To Test For Toxin, And It Won’t Be Cheap
The tap water of about a million Californians is known to contain TCP at levels higher than what the State Water Resources Control Board has approved.
Lawmakers Aim To Combat Doctor Shortages In Rural Areas With New Legislation
Congressman David Valadao has co-introduced a bill fund programs to train physicians.
Officer Who Handled Woman’s Overdose Didn’t Buy Puliafito’s Family Friend Story
A recording about the incident has come out as part of Los Angeles Times investigation into the behavior of former USC med school dean Dr. Carmen Puliafito.
McCain’s Return For Health Vote Energizes GOP, Provides Tiny Bit Of Breathing Room
Sen. John McCain was diagnosed with brain cancer last week. If he stayed home, the Republicans would have lost a precious vote, when they can only afford to sacrifice two in total.
Breastfeeding Helps Instill Good Bacteria In Babies’ Guts
Good gut health helps protect from obesity, allergies and diabetes later in life.
Air Quality Is Improving But There’s Still A Ways To Go
The Orange County Register and other outlets report on health-related environmental news.
Physicians, Often In Fear Of Losing License, Know How To Hide Signs Of Addiction To Escape Notice
“Somehow they believe their knowledge is going to be more powerful than addiction,” said Dr. Marvin Seppala, an addiction expert.
Family Of Girl Declared Brain Dead Wants Death Certificate Revoked
Dr. Alan Shewmon, a professor emeritus of pediatrics and neurology at UCLA and a well-known critic of the guidelines defining brain death has recently come down on the side of the family saying Jahi McMath’s condition is actually improving.
WebMD To Be Sold To California Online Media Company
Internet Brands, a company controlled by global investment firm Kohlberg Kravis Roberts, will take over the popular medical information website.