Latest California Healthline Stories
LA Adds 10 Providers To Successful HIV-Prevention Program
The facilities that receive funding from the county distribute a once-daily pill known as PrEP, which is designed to keep those who’ve potentially been exposed to HIV from becoming infected.
Dignity Health System Negotiations Spur Workers To Picket At St. John’s
At the heart of the workers’ frustration is a proposed contract changes that would cut pension contributions, freeze wages and offer a 1 percent bonus instead of raises.
Theranos CEO Quietly Steps Down From Presidential Entrepreneurship Program
Federal prosecutors opened a criminal investigation into the company’s practices shortly after CEO Elizabeth Holmes was appointed to the position last year.
Seniors Shy Away From Using Internet To Diagnose Health Problems
A new report shows that less than 20 percent of the age group turn to the internet when they have a question about their ailments or health.
‘It Gives Me Some Comfort’: What New Aid-In-Dying Law Looks Like In Practice
All Robert Stone wants is a way to face death on his terms. And with the state’s new aid-in-dying law, he can.
Children Become Centerpiece To Both Sides Of Campaign To Legalize Marijuana
While proponents of legalizing marijuana promise a well-regulated system that protects young Californians, opponents say the measure is being used to expose kids to harm for the sake of raking in billions.
CDC Doles Out $720K To California To Track, Treat Zika-Linked Microcephaly
Federal health officials warn that the fund to battle the virus is rapidly depleting.
Three California Hospitals Nab Prime Spots In National Rankings
U.S. News & World Report has released its Best Hospitals survey and UCLA Medical Center, UCSF Health and Stanford Health Care came in 4th, 7th and 14th respectfully. Meanwhile, UCSF has entered a new partnership with Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital.
As Miami’s Zika Cases Spike, CDC Issues Unprecedented Travel Warning For Pregnant Women
Following the confirmation of 10 new Zika cases, the CDC has advised pregnant women to stay away from a 1-square-mile area in northern Miami. The agency also recommends that all prenatal screenings should include questions about travel to Zika-infected areas.
Staff, Patient Who Died In Medical Flight Crash Identified
Humboldt County sheriff’s department crews found the plane wreckage and bodies about 10 a.m. Friday.