Latest California Healthline Stories
Researchers Investigate How Different Zika Strains Impact Fetal Development
The Asian strain of the virus, which has been linked to microcephaly, attacks fetal cells differently than the African strain.
Scientists Link Diabetes, Temperature With Eye On Global Warming Trends
The health impacts of the planet’s changing temperature expand far beyond malaria and dengue fever, researchers find.
Dental Care Often Falling By The Wayside For Seniors
“Many of them are getting used to living in pain,” says Dr. Karen Becerra. “They have active infections that have been going on for five, 10, 15 years.”
‘Ultimate Salesman’ Trump To Make Full Court Press On Reluctant Lawmakers
The success of the American Health Care Act could hinge in part on President Donald Trump’s deal-making prowess.
Freedom Caucus Leader: Members Should ‘Vote For Their Constituents’
Although Rep. Mark Meadows (R-N.C.) says there are enough lawmakers that oppose the American Health Care Act to tank the legislation, he is not holding his caucus to a “no” vote, which frees up leaders to sway individual members.
Republicans Tweak Medicaid, Taxes, Abortion Provisions To Bring Wary Lawmakers On Board
The revisions were made to appease both the conservative wing of their party and moderates who had voiced concerns for their older constituents who would have been particularly hard hit by the first version of the American Health Care Act.
Changes To GOP Plan Will Provide Relief To Older Americans, Ryan Promises
House Speaker Paul Ryan spoke about the tweaks they would make to the American Health Care Act after the Congressional Budget Office predicted older, rural Americans would be negatively affected under the legislation.
Philanthropist To Match Donations For Ronald McDonald House If Community Can Raise $1.25M
The money would go toward expanding the Stanford facility, which helps the families of critically sick children.
Swab Test Allows Police To Determine If Drivers Are Under Influence Of Marijuana
The device was expected to roll out on Friday night. Meanwhile, the marijuana industry is gaining grounds in wine country.
Smog Fighters Worried Trump Will Undermine State’s War Against Air Pollution
For Californians, the smog used to be “agonizing.” But there have been great strides in the past few decades to make the air breathable again, and some are worried the new administration will roll back those advances.