Health Matters The burden of getting medical care can exhaust older patients By Judith Graham | KFF Health News | March 29, 2024 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 By Lauren Sausser | KFF Health News | March 29, 2024 Women are expected to account for 43% of all costs associated with alcohol-related liver disease by 2040, up from 29% in 2022.
education Nearly all school parcel taxes pass, mixed results for school bonds in March election By John Fensterwald | EdSource | March 29, 2024 California voters passed two-thirds of school facilities bonds on the ballot this month – less than the historical average for a primary election.
Bay Area Major Oakland employers put $10 million into new downtown security program By Kathleen Kirkwood | Bay City News | March 29, 2024 Blue Shield, Clorox, Kaiser, and PG&E will work with local police and the city to improve security.
Bay Area Cal State extends general education requirements for transfers to first-time freshmen By Ashley A. Smith | EdSource | March 29, 2024 Faculty and students opposed new rules that cut requirements in arts, humanities, and self-development.
Bay Area Bay Area health officials issue measles warning By Tony Hicks | Bay City News | March 29, 2024 Most cases are linked to international travel and found in children who have not received the MMR vaccine.
Bay Area Which fast food workers will get paid more in California? By Jeanne Kuang | CalMatters | March 28, 2024 The state is still working out who will benefit from the $20 minimum wage for fast food workers that starts Monday.
Education California’s disabled students left behind during emergencies: ‘They just weren’t ready for someone like me’ By Amelia Wu | CalMatters | March 28, 2024 A disabled UC Berkeley student has prompted the UC to ensure emergency evacuation chairs are in every multi-storied building.
cannabis How research is trying to catch up on cannabis and kids By Amanda Geduld | The74 | March 27, 2024 Delta-8-THC is drawing attention because it is legal despite documented health risks.
Bay Area High stakes: Inside the multimillion-dollar battle for gambling rights in California By Ryan Sabalow and Jeremia Kimelman | CalMatters | March 27, 2024 Pending legislation would let California’s tribes sue their competitors, private card clubs.