Category: Health News
Overturning Roe V. Wade could immediately outlaw abortions in West Virginia
If the United States Supreme Court rules to overturn Roe V. Wade, abortion in West Virginia might immediately become illegal, based on the state’s abortion…
After the Pandemic Hit Nursing Homes Hard, California Lawmakers Push to Tighten Licensing Rules
When Johanna Trenerry found a nursing home for her husband after his stroke, she expected his stay would be temporary. He never came home. Arthur…
Three COVID-19 testing sites in south King County to be shut down
In a sign the pandemic may be transitioning to endemic status, three COVID-19 testing locations in south King County in Washington state will be shutting…
Why Won’t More Older Americans Get Their Covid Booster?
Even as top U.S. health officials say it’s time America learns to live with the coronavirus, a chorus of leading researchers say faulty messaging on booster shots…
North Dakota hospitals worst in nation for performance
North Dakota is the worst in the nation for hospital safety, according to a new report from the Leapfrog Group. The state came in last…
California partners with nonprofit to train climate, public health workers
The state of California has formed a new public-private partnership to expand the state’s stable of workers in the climate and public health sectors. Gov….
California expands Medi-Cal eligibility for individuals 50 and older
Thousands of income-eligible Californians age 50 and older now qualify for Medi-Cal coverage under a change that took effect Sunday. Medi-Cal is the state’s Medicaid…
California bill would allow teen vaccination without parental consent
A bill that would allow California youth ages 12 and older to receive vaccines without parental consent was advanced by state lawmakers. Senate Bill 866 by…
Newark keeps face mask requirement in schools
Newark Public Schools will keep its mask requirement, temperature checks, and other COVID preventative measures in place as the infection rate climbs across the city. The…
What is the best mask for COVID-19? A mechanical engineer explains the science after 2 years of testing masks in his lab
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has changed its guidelines about masks and respirators a number of times over the past two years and…
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