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COVID-19 remains a serious, potentially deadly health risk. In 2024, it was listed as the primary cause of death on roughly 31,400 death certificates in the U.S. and yet, vaccine rates continue to wane. Black Americans, Hispanics and those under 30 have lower vaccination rates, exposing them to serious complications such as long COVID.

Conflicting Advice on Covid Shots Likely To Ding Already Low Vaccine Rates, Experts Warn

by khnews November 19, 2025November 19, 2025

Medi-Cal Is Changing—What Black Californians Need to Know in 2025 and Beyond

by Contributor November 13, 2025November 17, 2025

Four California gubernatorial candidates participate in the Inland Empire Health Matters Forum hosted at the University of Riverside, California on Nov. 7, 2025.

California Gubernatorial Candidates Address Health Concerns at IE Health Matters Forum

by Alyssah Hall November 11, 2025November 15, 2025

Covered California reported that without the tax credits, low-income Californians would be hit hardest as individuals making less than $62,600 will see premiums rise from $97 to $182 per month. Older Californians aged 55 to 64 would see monthly premiums climb from $186 to $365.

Covered California Premiums Set to Increase as Tax Credits Face Expiration

by Breanna Reeves October 28, 2025December 22, 2025

According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), roughly 3.5 million California adults have diagnosed diabetes, and many rely on insulin.

California to Offer Low-cost Insulin at $11 per Pen Starting in 2026

by BVN October 20, 2025October 20, 2025

Under AB 1264, recently signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom, CA became the first state in the nation to ban ultra-processed foods in schools. Ultra-processed foods are defined in the state as any food or beverage that contains thickeners and flavor enhancers, high amounts of saturated fat, sodium, or added sugar, or a nonnutritive sweetener.

California First to Ban Ultra-processed Foods in Schools

by Breanna Reeves October 14, 2025January 7, 2026

CA Governor Gavin Newsom signed four reproductive health-related bills, as the state continues to grapple with the fallout over abortion restrictions and the defunding of Planned Parenthood.

Newsom Signs Bills to Expand Reproductive Health Protections

by BVN October 7, 2025October 7, 2025

In a joint press conference with U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Donald J.Trump falsely claimed, “Tylenol during pregnancy can be associated with a very increased risk of autism.”

Trump and RFK Jr. Make Unproven Claims Linking Tylenol to Autism

by BVN September 30, 2025September 30, 2025

Millions at Risk of Losing Health Coverage as ACA Tax Credits Near Expiration

by BVN September 28, 2025September 28, 2025