health

UC San Francisco researcher wins Breakthrough Prize for multiple sclerosis discovery

His work opens the possibility of treating MS with antiviral drugs, and for the development of a vaccine for EBV to prevent MS altogether.

Safety belts and airbags aren’t fitted for smaller bodies, so California law is taking precautions.

The CDC intends to “immediately end” pandemic-era funding, which was scheduled to last in some cases until 2027.

Taking on 'sacred cows' in order to get more coordinated services, better measurement of outcomes, and accountability for government.

In addition to fraud, the lawsuit raises claims for negligence, assault, battery and wrongful death.

Some of the cost drivers include higher enrollment among immigrants without legal status as well as pharmacy costs.

They fear the Trump administration will abandon a promising field of medical research.

If the measures reach his desk, Governor Gavin Newsom could lay such legislation aside to focus on securing federal funds.

The top Republican in the state Senate is demanding a hearing “so the public knows exactly where their tax dollars are going.”

The Los Angeles and Fresno public health departments each disclosed a case on Tuesday.