Vanessa G. Sánchez

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Dietary Choices Are Linked to Higher Rates of Preeclampsia Among Latinas

Researchers at the USC Keck School of Medicine found that Latinas who ate vegetables, fruits, and healthy oils-based foods had fewer incidences of preeclampsia. More research is needed to determine the exact diet that could be beneficial.

California Hospitals, Advocates Seek Stable Funding to Retain Behavioral Health Navigators

California has supported expanded use of medications in the fight against opioid use disorder and overdose deaths. But hospitals and addiction treatment advocates say the state needs to secure ongoing funding if it wants more behavioral health workers to guide patients into long-term treatment.