COVID-19
The California mask mandate is gone. Now some patients fear for their health.
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Some patients with chronic illnesses say they may avoid treatment in largely maskless healthcare facilities rather than risk contracting COVID-19.California
No-cost preventive services are now in jeopardy. Here’s what you need to know
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A federal judge’s recent ruling on the Affordable Care Act is by no means the final word.California
Raincoats, undies, school uniforms: are your clothes full of ‘forever chemicals’?
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The full health risks of wearing apparel made with PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals,” are still unknown.Education
Social media has some significant upsides for teenage girls, survey finds
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Girls use social media to connect with friends and find resources, but many say they spend too much time online.COVID-19
End of COVID emergency will usher in changes across the US health system
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The May 11 expiration of the federal government’s pandemic emergency declaration will affect patient care across a broad range of settings.California
California picks generic drug company to produce low-cost insulin
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Gov. Gavin Newsom, who blasted pharmaceutical companies for gouging Californians, is also eyeing other generic drugs including naloxone.California
State’s COVID misinformation law is snarled in lawsuits, conflicting rulings
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Vaccine skeptics are contesting a state law that says doctors who give patients false information about COVID-19 can be disciplined.Bay Area
Health care, nursing facilities won’t require masks under new COVID guidelines
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The state will also end its COVID vaccination requirement for health care workers.COVID-19
