Latest California Healthline Stories
Disciplinary Action Against Dr. Sears Roils Fiery Battle Over Vaccinations
Opponents of required vaccinations fear the Medical Board’s decision to pull the prominent physician’s license will spark a witch hunt.
15 Years Later, 9/11 Responders Face Daunting Health Problems
For those who rushed in to try to save people after the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, the toll has been steep. Some are dying, their bodies riddled with cancer, and others haven’t even connected their symptoms to the work they did 15 years ago.
Delays Throw Wrench In Ventura Hospital’s Plans, Pushing Opening By 2 Years
The original target for Ventura’s new Community Memorial Hospital was March 2015, but officials are now eyeing the summer of next year for the opening.
Palm Springs Assisted Living Facility Offers Haven For Aging LGBT Seniors
“Many of them don’t have partners, many don’t have families they’re close with, a lot of them don’t have kids — there’s no one to take care of them as they age and need more help,” Lauren Kabakoff says of “Stonewall Gardens.”
Advocates Push For Bill To Relax Regulations That Limit Midwives’ Role
There’s a severe shortage of OB/GYN personnel in the state, and women’s access to care is further hampered by restrictions placed on midwives.
Legislation On Brown’s Desk Poised To Protect Millions From Surprise Medical Bills
If the bill is signed, patients who go to a covered facility would only be charged in-network fees, no matter who treats them.
Viewpoints: Pharma CEOs Shouldn’t Be Glorified For Not Ripping Consumers Off
A selection of opinions on health care developments from around the state.
Forget EpiPen — Insurers Say Anti-Inflammatory Drugs Hurt Most In Terms Of Cost
In an attempt to drive down the prices for anti-inflammatory medications, Express Scripts, the nation’s largest drug benefits manager, changed its recommendations to insurers and employers, saying they should cover fewer drugs for conditions like rheumatoid arthritis.
Orange County Officials Make Strides With Mosquito Eradication Campaign
There’s been a dramatic decrease in the number of mosquitoes that have been caught at one breeding ground, and none of the ones trapped tested positive for West Nile.
Apple’s New Earphones Don’t Pose Cancer Risk To Users
The researchers agree that while other health concerns — such as hearing damage from listening to music too loud — are valid, the new wireless devices aren’t going to cause cancer.