ACA protections for sick patients still popular despite gop’s efforts to end them
by Jordan Rau Even as many Republicans continue to back a repeal of the Affordable Care Act, a majority of GOP voters want to retain a core consumer protection of…
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Defendants in diapers? Immigrant toddlers ordered to appear in court alone
by Christina Jewett and Shefali Luthra As the White House faces court orders to reunite families separated at the border, immigrant children as young as 3 are being ordered into court for…
Under pressure, Calif. lawmakers ban soda taxes for 12 years
California’s cities and counties will be barred from adopting soda taxes for the next 12 years under a legislative deal that marks a big victory for the influential beverage industry…
Could California shape the fate of the affordable care act in November?
by Chad Terhune, Pauline Bartolone,Ana B. Ibarra and Alex Leeds Matthews IN the state that’s leading the opposition to many of President Donald Trump’s health policies, California voters will face a stark choice…
Study: Some early stage breast cancer patients may forego chemotherapy
A new study shows that many people in the early stages of breast cancer with lower likelihoods of recurrence may safely abstain from chemotherapy A majority of early-stage breast cancer…
In health care arena, the prize for Calif. insurance commissioner is a bullhorn
by Pauline Bartolone The person who wins the four-way race to become California’s next insurance commissioner will inherit a job with broad authority over policies that cover homes, businesses, cars…
Health care looms large in race for California’s top cop
Attorney General Xavier Becerra uses a well-worn refrain to describe his role as the state’s chief law enforcement officer: to defend California’s values. “If that translates into fighting Donald Trump,…
Silverlake Adult Day Health Care provides a ‘second home’ for seniors and the severely injured
SADHC and its wide range of services are free to anyone who has Medi-Cal Whether you are a senior citizen or a seriously injured individual, boredom can creep up on…
‘Time’s Up’: Covered California to enforce quality and safety targets
by April Dembosky, KQED Covered California, the state’s health insurance marketplace under the Affordable Care Act, has devised what could be a powerful new way to hold hospitals accountable for…
Passive smoking: More deadly
What is passive smoking? Secondhand smoke is the fume that one involuntarily inhales after someone who smokes exhales it (called mainstream smoke), or the fume that goes directly to the…
Children’s hospitals look to voters for financial aid
California’s children’s hospitals say they’re struggling to keep up with advances in medical care and a growing demand for their services, and they’re asking taxpayers to help — again. The…
Kids might be vaping behind your back
Just as cigarettes finally dropped in popularity, vaping came around and somehow made tobacco cool again. From 2011-2015, the use of e-cigs among high school students increased nationwide from 1.5…
Thread Lift: A less invasive alternative to a traditional facelift
“Good things come in small packages.” With Thread Lift, a youthful appearance is the ‘good thing’ that comes in small packages – such as a ‘thread.’ While it may not…
Summer is a Great Time to Get Healthy, Active, and Quit Smoking
San Diego, California—With summer here, there’s now more time to enjoy the outdoors and have a fresh restart for those who have neglected their resolutions from the beginning of the…
Gubernatorial hopefuls look to health care for election edge
by Pauline Bartolone California’s leading gubernatorial candidates agree that health care should work better for Golden State residents: Insurance should be more affordable, costs are unreasonably high, and robust competition…
Inadequate oversight allows poor care at California nursing homes to go unchecked, state audit finds
by Anna Gorman California health regulators have allowed poor care to proliferate at nursing homes around the state, and the number of incidents that could cause serious injury or death…
Family caregivers finally get a break – and extra coaching
WASHINGTON — For today, there are no doctor’s visits. No long afternoons with nothing to do. No struggles over bathing — or not. At the National Gallery of Art in…
Four self-care tips for nurses
Being a nurse can be among the most rewarding career choices. As a nurse, you’re responsible for the day-to-day comfort and well-being of a wide range of ill patients. But…
‘A persistent puzzle’: Californians embrace Medicaid — but food stamps? Not so much
by Anna Gorman and Harriet Rowan Millions of low-income Californians eligible for food stamps are not receiving the benefit, earning the state one of the lowest rankings in the nation for its…
4 new ways you can avoid fines for not having health insurance
There are already more than a dozen reasons people can use to avoid paying the penalty for not having health insurance. Now the federal government has added four more “hardship…
Stargazer’s tips for spring cleaning your energies for a more positive life
In an exclusive interview with the Asian Journal, Stargazer shares her top pieces of advice for moving positive energy within yourself and your surroundings. On continuing the year right. “First,…
Smoking and Diabetes Threaten Asian Health
Doctors urge Asians to Quit Smoking and Get Screened for Diabetes According to major medical societies, the U.S. Surgeon General, and recent studies, Asian Americans increase their risk for diabetes…
Easy ways to cut back on sugar
By: Statepoint Nationwide, 30 million children and adults have diabetes, and 86 million are prediabetic, according to the American Diabetes Association (ADA). A leading risk factor for Type 2 diabetes…
4 steps to a healthier you this new year
By: Statepoint Want to make resolutions you’ll keep this new year? Think simple, sustainable changes. Follow these four steps for a healthier you, inside and out. Stick to your workout…
Extending malunggay shelf life by dehydrating/drying
In the U.S., Filipinos have access to fresh malunggay leaves from their backyards, Filipino/Asian groceries, or farmers markets. But in the winter, malunggay is not readily available or if you…
Bittersweet: The lowdown on sugar
EVEN as children, we know all too well that sugar is in our favorite chocolates, candies and other food high in glucose, which can be detrimental to our health and…
How to keep physically and mentally healthy in a busy workplace
IT is exhausting to try and break an endless cycle of unhealthy habits. Come to think of it, you work long hours on weekdays that you’re so drained by the…
A beginner’s guide to working out
Getting started on a workout routine may seem intimidating to beginners, but it’s certainly attainable. Longtime personal trainer and proud Fil-Am Joshua Hayes lends his tips to kick starting a…
Wi Spa: An urban sanctuary in the heart of LA
THINK of a spa and the immediate perception is an air of pretense and privilege that only a select few can indulge in, given the exorbitant prices. However, if you…
Filipino develops app to simply fitness and health
It’s well into the second month of the year — how many individuals have ditched their New Year’s resolutions to get healthy and shed some pounds? But if you’ve stuck…