Latest California Healthline Stories
Advocates Push For Universal Vaccinations Amid Meningitis Outbreak, But Officials Balk
State health officials have been pushing for gay and bisexual men to get vaccinated during an outbreak in which 19 out of the 24 cases involve that community. Some critics say it’s not enough, though, and that the recommendations should cover everyone.
Experts Fear Brazil’s Rematch Against Zika Mosquito Is Unwinnable
The country persevered more than a half-century ago, but the battlefield looks a whole lot different now. The Los Angeles Times also offers other coverage of the Zika virus.
Pharma Companies Eye Marijuana In Chase For Next Billion-Dollar Drug
Drugs based on cannabinoids, which could treat ailments ranging from arthritis to epilepsy, hold untold potential for the pharmaceutical industry.
Legal Fight Over HIPAA Violation Continues After Woman’s Death
Debora Rose was fired after she was told she needed a $265,000 liver transplant. Following the termination, she sued the company’s health-plan administrator saying it gave confidential information about Rose’s health to her employer.
Hundreds Sent Home From School As Vaccination Law Goes Into Effect
The new law requires students to be checked for vaccination paperwork in kindergarten and 7th grade. Meanwhile, a judge hearing a case against the new law said he will likely issue his ruling the week of Aug. 22.
A Look At California’s New Aid-In-Dying Law In Practice
Tom House is one of a handful of people who have chosen to share their stories of being able to choose when to end their lives.
Viewpoints: Pharma Industry Needs To Stop Hiding In The Shade
A selection of opinions on health care developments from around the state.
Administration Dips Into NIH Funds As Congress Refuses To Budge On Zika
HHS Secretary Sylvia Mathews Burwell announced that the administration is moving $81 million away from biomedical research and other health programs to continue Zika vaccine development funding, which would run out by the end of the month otherwise.
Despite Drop In State’s Teen Birth Rates, San Joaquin Valley’s Still Stubbornly High
Officials attribute the numbers to poverty, unemployment and educational attainment among other socioeconomic issues.
More Californians Infected With West Nile Virus
It’s been a particularly active season, and officials say the number of people to contract the virus is only expected to increase over the next few weeks.