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Redefining the Safety Net

Should California establish a Basic Health Program for certain low-income residents? CHCF's Marian Mulkey captures a recent policy conversation in a Health Affairs blog.

Accountable Care in Action

A new post on the Health Affairs blog details how CalPERS kept costs down in Sacramento through a "virtual" ACO with insurers and providers.

Career Opportunity: Senior Program Officer

This position will play a major role in furthering the goals and objectives of the foundation's Better Chronic Disease Care program.

Public Health

Friday, February 03, 2012

Report Identifies Disparities in Climate-Related Health Risks

A new California Department of Public Health analysis of Los Angeles and Fresno counties found that poor, urban and minority residents were more likely to be exposed to health and safety risks related to climate change. Public health experts said disparities in climate-related health risks can be attributed in part to lower-quality living conditions and poorer health statuses.



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