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California needs thousands of nurses, but leaders can’t agree on how to fill jobs
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Some hospitals in Southern California have a nurse vacancy rate of 30%, stressing overworked staff and causing some to leave the industry earlier than they planned.Featured in Category
New weight loss drugs carry high price tags and lots of questions for seniors
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Nearly 40% of Americans 60 and older are obese.Featured in Category
In older adults, a little excess weight isn’t such a bad thing
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Researchers have found that while obesity at any age risks harming health, a few extra pounds in later life isn’t cause for concern.Around Town
Here’s what you need to know about this weekend’s heatwave
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Excessive heat warning, health advisories, "Spare the Air" alert, and more.seniors
Demand for California caregivers is rising, but their pay isn’t. Lawmakers hope to change that.
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Two bills to improve pay and safety could benefit elderly Californians facing a caregiver shortage.health
Contentious nursing home chain owner gets new licenses just before state reforms take effect
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California health officials say granting the licenses prevents the eviction of hundreds of residents from their homes and provides oversight provisions, including a two-year monitoring period.Health Matters
Dementia can take a toll on financial health, as some families learn the hard way
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Research reveals financial troubles can be both an early sign and a painful symptom of cognitive decline.Arts & Entertainment
Science and empathy unite in Josh Kornbluth’s new solo show ‘Citizen Brain’
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Both personal and political, Kornbluth's show touches on a range of interconnected themes, from empathy to aging to injustice.health
