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California fails to collect basic abortion data — even as it invites an out-of-state influx
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As California vows to protect abortion rights, it lacks the data that would help estimate how many out-of-state women may seek services.COVID-19
COVID-19 has turned deadlier for Black Californians
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African Americans in the state have the state’s lowest vaccination rate.health
California launches ambitious effort to transform Medi-Cal to ‘whole person care’
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Program aims to help low-income patients navigate problems like homelessness, poverty and substance abuse.health
COVID-infected nurses working at short-staffed nursing homes
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Infections are sweeping through staff and residents at homes across the state.health
Supply chain woes trigger shortages of critical medical devices
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California hospitals report delays and shortages in medical supplies, and some patients are forced to reuse medical tubes.Bay Area
Hospitals brace for strikes as California workers protest staff shortages
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Long-simmering disputes with unions over staffing are reaching crisis points.COVID-19
