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Sunday, March 29, 2026

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On 16th anniversary of Obamacare, the fight for health care goes on

USA/Obamacare— By Suzanne Potter, producer, California News Service, bureau of Public News Service. The Affordable Care Act has just turned 16, and California leaders are calling on Congress to reverse the massive health care cuts Republicans made last year. The measure expanded Medicaid coverage to 20 million more Americans, allowed adult children to stay on their parents’ policies until age […]

Sunday, March 15, 2026

By Guest Contributor Sunday, March 15, 2026

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Discount shopping for a good cause at Studio Hope Boutique

Burbank/Shopping— FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Suzette Maffi Phone: (818) 543-0896 Email: studio@rsnhope.org STUDIO HOPE BOUTIQUE BRINGS AWARENESS TO KIDNEYS WITH DISCOUNTED SHOPPING Burbank, CA, March 10th: World Kidney Day is Thursday, March 12th, and Studio Hope Boutique founder Lori Hartwell brings her passion for raising awareness about kidney disease while shoppers hunt for vintage treasures. […]

Sunday, March 8, 2026

By Public News Service Sunday, March 8, 2026

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Know the warning signs of colorectal cancer

USA/Colorectal Cancer— Danielle Smith, producer, Keystone State News Service, bureau of Public News Service. March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and diagnoses are rising sharply among adults under age 50. Experts warned that it is the third most common cancer overall and the top cause of cancer deaths among young people. About 150,000 Americans are diagnosed with colorectal cancer each […]

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

By Public News Service Wednesday, February 4, 2026

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Trump administration demands health data from California

Medi-Cal data sought— Suzanne Potter, producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. The Trump administration is now demanding immigration data for all Medi-Cal recipients. The feds just sent a letter to Gov. Gavin Newsom, citing concern that undocumented immigrants may be receiving full-scope Medi-Cal, and alleging fraud in home care and hospice programs. Last spring, California officials […]

Monday, January 19, 2026

By Public News Service Monday, January 19, 2026

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MLK Day-service and action

MLK Day Shanteya Hudson, producer, Alabama News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is widely recognized as a day of service. Also, for some, it is a day of action and advocacy as well. In Georgia, advocates say expanding access to support quitting smoking is critical, as thousands continue to face preventable, […]

Sunday, January 4, 2026

By Guest Contributor Sunday, January 4, 2026

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10 doctor-recommended health resolutions for 2026

2026 Health Resolutions (StatePoint)The American Medical Association (AMA) is offering Americans 10 evidence-based tips for staying healthy in 2026 and beyond: • Get health screenings: Schedule preventive visits, tests and screenings so your physician can catch conditions before they become more serious. • Manage stress: Mental health is part of overall health. Techniques such as meditation, deep breathing and […]

Friday, January 2, 2026

By Public News Service Friday, January 2, 2026

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Thousands of Californians brace for higher medical insurance costs

Medical Costs Suzanne Potter, producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. 2026 is here, and it brings a big jump in health-insurance premiums for almost 90% of the 1.9 million people on CoveredCA plans, now that the COVID-era enhanced subsidies to help pay those premiums have expired. The state has allocated $190 million to help people […]

Friday, December 26, 2025

By Public News Service Friday, December 26, 2025

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Blood donations needed during the holiday season

Blood Donations— Isobel Charle, producer, Oregon News Service, a bureau of Public News Service. As Americans get swamped with holiday chores, travel, and winter weather, some may not have time to donate blood as they usually would. It takes about 1,000 donors a day just to maintain a healthy blood supply for hospitals in Oregon, according to […]

Saturday, December 20, 2025

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, December 20, 2025

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Beach report for Los Angeles County

Beach Warnings Winter is just a day away, but Los Angeles County is expected to see plenty of sunshine and warm temperatures this weekend. The highs are expected to be in the 60s and 70s. For those who have their Christmas shopping done, this might be a good time to head to a local beach before a round of […]