Study Shows Health, Reaction-Time Declines In Firefighters
September 2, 2018
An ongoing health-monitoring study on firefighters involved wrist-worn motion monitors and body composition measurements.
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Reading List: Suicide In Rural America
June 22, 2018
CapRadio health care reporter Sammy Caiola has embarked on a six-month project to explore the high rates of suicide in Northern California’s rural communities. Here's a look at what she's reading on the topic.
A Scaled-Back Bid To Care For Undocumented Californians
May 29, 2018
California lawmakers are trying to extend Medi-Cal health coverage to senior or disabled undocumented people after shelving a plan to provide full government health benefits to all undocumented, low-income adults in the state.
Auditors Slam California State University System For Putting Student, Employee Health And Safety At Risk
April 24, 2018 | Sammy Caiola
The CSU is not taking the proper steps to protect students and staff from lab chemicals, asbestos and other hazards, a new audit shows.
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More Flu Cases This Week In California Than During Last Season’s Peak; New Strain Spreads
March 9, 2018 | Sammy Caiola
A new influenza B strain is affecting children more severely than adults.
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Physician With Diabetes Discusses How To Manage The Condition
March 2, 2018 | Chris Remington
Dr. Steven V. Edelman, founder of Taking Control of Your Diabetes (TCOYD), discusses the latest research and previews the TCOYD conference.
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Health Workers Step Up To Help Victims Of Human Trafficking
February 13, 2018 | Cody Drabble
Doctors and nurses are playing a larger role in identifying and intervening with victims of human trafficking. Health reporter Sammy Caiola looked into how health professionals are helping to provide information and resources to trafficking victims.
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Native American Treatment Center Faces Lawsuit From Yolo County
February 12, 2018 | Sammy Caiola
This facility could help Native American youth with substance addiction, but Yolo County officials say it's a huge traffic hazard.
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Covered California Sees Slight Drop In Renewals
February 7, 2018 | Steve Milne
Enrollment in Covered California dropped slightly this year. Numbers out today show 1.5 million people enrolled for 2018. That's down about two percent from the previous year. A drop in renewals offset gains in new enrollees.
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Hacking Your New Years Resolution: A Guide to Changing Habits On the Cheap
December 29, 2017 | Sammy Caiola
Here are some tips and tricks to sticking with your New Years resolution.