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(AP) — Scientists say that more intense and frequent wildfires are churning out waves of smoke that will sweep across the U.S., affecting tens of millions of people and causing a spike in premature deaths.

State Government

California Legislature OKs Health Insurance Mandate

June 24, 2019

(AP) — The California Legislature voted Monday to tax people who refuse to buy health insurance, bringing back a key part of former President Barack Obama's health care law after it was eliminated by Republicans in Congress.

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Uncovered California

Often Lost In Health Care Debate, Lack Of Dental Insurance Impacts Millions

June 24, 2019

While efforts to expand dental insurance rarely receive the same level of attention in the state as battles over universal medical care, the health implications are significant, experts say.

Uncovered California

Sanctuary Clinics Offer Respite For Undocumented Residents Amid Immigration Raids

June 22, 2019

As tougher immigration enforcement has become more common under the Trump administration, some undocumented immigrants avoid seeking healthcare for fear of being intercepted by ICE. Sanctuary clinics are trying to close this gap.

State Government

California Assembly Committee Backs Vaccine Exemption Law

June 20, 2019

A California Assembly committee voted 9-2 in support of new rules for vaccination exemptions on Thursday.

Uncovered California

Redefining Who Is In Poverty Could Bump Thousands From Medi-Cal

June 19, 2019 | Sammy Caiola

The federal government plans to change how poverty is measured, which could bump low-income California families from health care and social welfare programs.

Health Care

Prop. 64 Taxes Are Threatening Charity Groups Who Give Away Pot To Chronically Ill Californians

June 19, 2019 | Sammy Caiola

Donated marijuana for chronically ill, low-income Californians gets taxed under Prop 64. Advocates for “compassionate use” say these patients deserve a break.

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Uncovered California

Inland Empire’s Booming Warehouse Industry Brings Jobs – Not Health Care Coverage

June 19, 2019

Low-wage jobs in Inland Empire’s warehouse industry leave many workers uninsured.

Health Care

California Governor, Lawmaker Alter Proposed Vaccine Rules

June 18, 2019

(AP) — California public health officials would have more oversight of doctors and schools with high numbers of medical exemptions for vaccinations under a legislative compromise announced Tuesday.

Insight With Vicki Gonzalez

Capitol Chat: More Details On What’s in California’s New State Budget

June 13, 2019

California’s $213 billion state budget has been finalized. Some items made it into the budget, some didn’t. Notable inclusions are health insurance for undocumented Californians. CapRadio's Ben Adler explains.

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