Protesters rally against potential Medicaid cuts
Protesters in Anaheim gathered outside the offices of Rep. Young Kim to speak out against potential cuts to Medicaid in Congress' budget.
Anaheim residents protest against potential Medicaid cuts that will 'hurt everyone'
Rep. Young Kim said she will not sign a budget that "does not protect vital Medicaid services for the most vulnerable.
Trump cuts to US medical research could slow breakthroughs, scientists warn of risks to patients
Scientists warn that Trump’s cuts to US medical research could slow life-saving treatments, delaying breakthroughs in cancer, neurological disorders, and other critical care.
Local seniors concerned about potential Medicaid cuts
Approximately 72 million Americans are enrolled in Medicaid. Many local seniors enrolled in the program fear what will happen if they lose coverage.
Potential Medicaid cuts concern seniors
The Department of Government Efficiency is debating cuts to Medicaid, which provides health insurance to 72,000,000 Americans. Many seniors are concerned they'll lose their coverage.
Man dies after inhaler cost jumps $500, family says, in lawsuit against Walgreens, Optum Rx
Cole Schmidtknecht, 22, died from an asthma attack after the price of his inhaler skyrocketed to over $500 and he was forced to choose to pay for rent over the “life-sustaining medicine,” his parents claim.
Families protest outside Children's Hospital over alleged poor treatment
One family told FOX 11 that the hospital never disclosed that a procedure they'd agreed to for their 13-year-old was "experimental." The boy later died.
Most Americans believe health care coverage for everyone is government's responsibility, poll finds
A recent poll shows that while most of the nation thinks health care coverage should be available for everyone, others are split on their views of the Affordable Care Act.
California minimum wage increase for health care workers effective this week: What to know
California health care workers will finally get a long-promised minimum wage increase.
Fountain Valley family accuses longtime aide of abusing their teen son
The family had the aide for their disabled teenage son for eight years, but said they recently noticed abusive treatment on their home security footage.
California Democrats agree to delay health care worker wage hike to balance budget
California health care workers were supposed to get a raise on July 1, but now could get that raise in October, if the state's revenues are higher than estimates.
LA healthcare workers hit the picket lines
The workers said they want a contract to help address "low pay and chronic understaffing." They also said the university seeks to cut healthcare benefits, and subcontract union jobs.
Healthcare workers hit the picket lines
Healthcare workers from the National Union of Healthcare workers authorized pickets outside of Keck Hospital of USC and USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center Wednesday.
Newsom signs law allowing Arizona doctors to come to California to perform abortions
The move is meant to circumvent an Arizona law that's been repealed, but that repeal wont take effect until later this year.
Bill aiming to protect IVF treatment in US blocked by Senate Republicans
Senate Republicans rejected a bill introduced by by Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., who used IVF treatments to have her two children after struggling with years of infertility.
New California laws 2024: health insurance for undocumented residents
Under this new law, undocumented Californians of any age will be eligible for Medi-Cal insurance starting in 2024.
Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey nurses go on strike
Nurses said the strike was necessary for improved patient care.
Planned Parenthood sues Fontana over abortion access
Planned Parenthood is suing Fontana, as the city is accused of having a construction moratorium that allegedly limits residents' access to abortion.
Nurses at 3 SoCal hospitals begin weekend-long strike through the Thanksgiving holiday
Nurses at West Hills Hospital, Riverside Community Hospital and Los Robles Regional Medical Center in Thousand Oaks, all walked off the job Wednesday morning.
Kaiser Permanente health care workers agree to new contract
More than 85,000 Kaiser Permanente workers agreed to ratify a four-year contract with a 98.5% margin. The contract will be in effect until Sept. 30, 2027, at hundreds of Kaiser facilities, including those in Southern California and throughout the state.