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Why tortillas sold in California may be forced to add a new ingredient
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California could extend the FDA's mandate to add folic acid to enriched bread to tortillas and foods made with corn masa flour.California
Attacks on emergency room workers prompt debate over tougher penalties
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Proposed law would increase penalties for attacks on ER workers to match those levied for assaults on EMTs.California
California universities are required to offer abortion pills. Many just don’t mention it
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A law that requires all the state’s 33 public university campuses provide abortion pills took effect in January 2023.Bay Area
Lawmakers introduce slate of bills to address sexual harassment in California colleges
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The 12-bill package follows a February report on major flaws in colleges' handling of Title IX.Education
Disrespect, low pay, lack of support keep Black teachers out of the profession
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The cost of earning a credential and the disrespect they face while teaching are keeping Black teachers out of the classroom.Health Matters
The burden of getting medical care can exhaust older patients
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The health care system’s demands often do not match older adults’ capacities.Featured in Category
With more women drinking themselves sick, federal health agencies are taking notice
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Women are expected to account for 43% of all costs associated with alcohol-related liver disease by 2040, up from 29% in 2022.Health Matters
