Sacramento, Yolo Pharmacies Will Be Drop Off Sites for Medication WasteJuly 10, 2013 | Pauline BartoloneLocal business, law enforcement and water resource representatives joined a campaign this week to promote the proper disposal of household medicines. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
West Nile Virus Activity Strong in Sacramento and Yolo CountiesJuly 9, 2013 | Amy QuintonMosquitoes carrying West Nile Virus are turning up in great numbers in areas of Sacramento and Yolo Counties.
Aerial Spraying for Mosquitoes as West Nile Activity IncreasesJuly 9, 2013 | Marianne RussCrews are spraying for mosquitoes in Yolo County this week in an effort to stop the spread of West Nile Virus.
Two States, Two Styles of ObamaCareJuly 8, 2013 | Pauline BartoloneMillions of uninsured Americans are expected to buy coverage through new health insurance marketplaces called exchanges next year. Nevada and California are busy building state-based exchanges, using different means to achieve the same ends. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Hot Forecast Not Enough To Open Cooling Centers in SacramentoJune 28, 2013 | Bob MoffittThe National Weather Service forecast calls for high temperatures to be well over 100 degrees through the weekend and into next week.
California Health Care Advocates Applaud New Budget And Medi-Cal ExpansionJune 27, 2013 | Pauline BartoloneThere was a sense of celebration as Governor Jerry Brown signed the California budget today, especially among health care advocates. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Large Employer Health Care Penalty Fails To Pass California AssemblyJune 27, 2013 | Pauline BartoloneA bill that would have imposed financial penalties on large companies with workers who wind up on California’s Medicaid program failed in the Assembly today. But it didn't go without heated debate.
State Says Kaiser Too Slow With Mental Health CareJune 25, 2013 | Steve MilneCalifornia health regulators say Kaiser isn’t doing enough to provide timely access to mental health services for its patients. As a result, the state announced a $4 million fine against Kaiser today. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
New Positive West Nile Virus Tests in Sac, Yolo CountiesJune 24, 2013 | Ben AdlerA flurry of birds and mosquito samples across Sacramento and Yolo counties have tested positive for West Nile Virus. Public health officials warn this week’s rare summer rains will increase the risk of human infection. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Nevada Announces Grants for Health 'Navigators'June 20, 2013 | Pauline BartoloneNevada’s health insurance marketplace created under the Affordable Care Act has announced the agencies that will enroll uninsured people in health coverage this year. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.