Health Care

The San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual “State of the State” event on December 9. State Senator John Laird and Assemblymember Dawn Addis, whose districts both include San Luis Obispo and Monterey Counties, gave a preview on what they are considering for next year’s legislative priorities after federal budget cuts earlier this year.

Two local nonprofits are working with a health insurance company to provide free vision care for unhoused and low-income residents.

Educating more nurses on the Central Coast could help with future health care needs.

Educating more nurses on the Central Coast could help with future health care needs.

Grant will allow for updated training equipment and more opportunities for students

The Pismo Beach City Council approved a child care assistance grant program for eligible residents and child care facilities. Plus, Allan Hancock College now offers free 24/7 telehealth services to students.

The San Luis Obispo County chapter of the NAACP has big plans for the next five years; we share a conversation with the chapter’s leaders. KCBX's Greta…

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In a bold strategy to drive down prescription drug prices, Gov. Gavin Newsom is proposing that California become the first state in the nation to…

Broadcast date: 5/18/2017A survey, by the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) shows that about 8% of Americans don’t take their medicines as…