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California social media regulations — a tougher sell in 2021
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After pioneering consumer data privacy protections, the California Legislature has tapped the brakes on proposals to further regulate social media companies.California
‘Better than the hospital’: Pandemic boosts care for serious illnesses at home
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Covid-19 and dozens of other illnesses now qualify for home treatment under a new federal effort aimed at freeing up hospital beds during public health emergencies.COVID-19
Pandemic leads doctors to rethink unnecessary treatment
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Covid-caused delays in medical treatments and surgeries are producing data for health care providers to take another look at what’s needed and what isn’t.COVID-19
Tips for older adults to regain their game after a cooped-up year
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Experts offer advice on how to address issues such as muscle weakness, poor nutrition, disrupted sleep, anxiety and social isolation.COVID-19
As pandemic eases, many seniors have lost strength, may need rehabilitative services
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Physicians are concerned that older adults who have been less active have seen a significant decline in functioning.Bay Area
Safeway now offering walk-in covid vaccines — and a grocery discount
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The grocery chain announced the walk-up plan a day after vaccination opened up to children as young as 12.California
The vulnerable homebound are left behind on vaccination
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Despite Blue Shield's contractual obligation with the state to vaccinate homebound people, health experts say the state is failing to reach the homebound.California
Why mental health is the key to dealing with learning loss
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Upon returning to campus, students won't catch up academically until they feel good emotionally, experts say.California
