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More than half of Americans like holiday music in stores, but experts say it can be irritating and stressful for many, especially when it comes too early.

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California Court Tosses Lawsuit Challenging Assisted Suicide

November 28, 2018

A California appeals court has overturned a lower court ruling that found the state's assisted suicide law was unconstitutional.

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University Of The Pacific Helps Medicare Users Save On Drug Costs

November 28, 2018 | Cody Drabble

The University of the Pacific has held clinics to help Medicare beneficiaries save on prescription drug costs for the last 11 years. Open enrollment for Medicare ends on Dec. 7.

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Sacramento Chef Launches Movement To Help Buck Stigma Around Mental Health In Kitchens And Bars

November 27, 2018 | Sammy Caiola

Chef Patrick Mulvaney lost a longtime friend who suffered from mental health issues in May. A month later, celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain took his own life. He felt compelled to act.

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With Federal Public Charge Rule Pending, California Braces For Possible Medi-Cal Exodus

November 26, 2018 | Sammy Caiola

California hospitals could see a financial hit if patients from undocumented families leave their Medi-Cal plans due to deportation fears from a draft Trump administration rule.

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Food and Sustainability

Beware The Thanksgiving Salad: CDC Says No Romaine Lettuce Is Safe

November 20, 2018

A new outbreak of E. coli has hit dozens of people in 11 states. No deaths have been reported, but the CDC says consumers should not eat any romaine lettuce until more is learned about the outbreak.

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Can Short-Term Exposure To Wildfire Smoke Impact Long-Term Health? Experts Are Researching Answers.

November 20, 2018 | Sammy Caiola

Scientists lack conclusive answers, but studies indicate children and older people with health conditions are more vulnerable.

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Unhealthy Air Quality Lingers In Sacramento Valley

November 20, 2018

Lori Kobza with the Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District Air Quality Management District recaps several days of unhealthy air quality.

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As Doctor Debate With NRA Flares, New Study Sheds Light On California Background Check Policy

November 16, 2018 | Sammy Caiola

About a quarter of all civilian-owned firearms in California were purchased without a background check, according to a new report out of UC Davis. It’s the latest in a body of scientific research that has angered gun rights advocates.

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Confused About Whether Or Not To Wear A Breathing Mask? You're Not Alone

November 15, 2018 | Sammy Caiola

Smoke from the Camp Fire in Butte County continues to linger over Sacramento, but there's been debate about free breathing masks being given out by the city. Experts say they won’t be harmful to most people, but aren’t necessary, either.

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