Efforts to contain the virus are falling short. A teenager in Canada is in critical condition after an unexplained infection. And the arrival of flu season has scientists on edge.
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The cases appeared in California, Illinois, New Jersey and New York between July 31 and Oct. 24, the CDC said. Nine out of the 11 infected individuals were hospitalized. -
A Bay Area child tested positive for bird flu. Other California cases were traced to cattle and dairy farms in the Central Valley.
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State agency set the goal in hopes of improving Californians’ health and reducing the need for costlier care down the road.
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If you've got a fever, cough, aches and pains, and you're wondering, "What virus got me this time?" Now you can find out, without taking a trip to the doctor.
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California immigrants with DACA status are newly eligible to buy insurance through the Affordable Care Act. Donald Trump’s election creates uncertainty about the future of the program.
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Community organizers say there are resources available to help people deal with anxieties and fears, including a directory of mental health professionals who work with the undocumented community.
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It’s the latest reminder of the state’s struggle to remain prepared amid multibillion-dollar deficits.
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Across California, public health and pest control authorities are facing a new reality as the Aedes mosquitoes bring the threat of dengue and potentially other tropical diseases.
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When people can't sleep, they tend to take extreme measures to correct the issue. But that only makes sleep problems worse, say experts. Here are 5 bad habits to avoid when recovering from poor sleep.
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Kaiser says it has a plan in place to ensure care continues during the work stoppage. But the union says it doesn’t go far enough.
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Political disagreements have sent workplace incivility to an all-time high this year, costing employers some $2 billion per day in lost productivity. Here’s how to cut down on watercooler fights over today’s election — and its aftermath.
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Here's what you should know about what's new, what's next and how to sign up now. DACA recipients are newly eligible.
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