Latest California Healthline Stories
Kaiser Permanente Sued Over Kidney Program
Three people filed a lawsuit against Kaiser Permanente related to problems with its kidney transplant program. However, it is unclear whether mandated binding arbitration will prevent the case from going to court. Los Angeles Times.
San Diego County To Release Budget Proposal
San Diego County’s $4.33 billion budget proposal likely will include funding for state-mandated programs and more money for County Medical Services, after a judge ordered the county to increase income thresholds for eligibility. North County Times.
County To Pursue HIV/AIDS Funds
Los Angeles County supervisors said they will find other funding sources to restore a 5% cut in federal funding for HIV/AIDS programs. Los Angeles Times.
California Healthline Highlights Recent Hospital News
Alameda County Medical Center trustees recommend cost savings measures; Pleasant Valley facility to close transitional care unit
Scientists Call for Research Into Recent Bacterial Infections
Government scientists and outside experts called for increased research into the causes of and treatments for a bacterial infection that has been linked to the deaths of four California women who took a medication to induce a medical abortion. Wall Street Journal.