COVID-19
California
Newsom wants to spend millions on the health of low-income mothers and their babies
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Democratic legislators back measures that would end the “pink tax” on diapers and menstrual products, provide mental health support, and pilot a guaranteed-income program.Bay Area
Bay Area winery offers special label zinfandel to help fight ALS
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The release of the “Lou” 2018 Estate Zinfandel Blend coincides with the first-ever national Lou Gehrig Day on June 2, in honor of the Hall of Fame first baseman.California
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
