Health officials took eight days to send letters to parents of children possibly contaminated by lead. And not everyone received a letter.
Healthcare Systems & Policy
"People talk to me about all sorts of health issues, even addiction and sexual assault. Elder abuse was different."
What’s the best way to vet the tips and decide which to pursue? These are the steps the Tampa Bay Times' deputy investigations editor takes and the records she seeks out.
This story was produced as part of a larger project led by Gary Walker, a participant in the USC Center for Health Journalism's California Fellowship....
A reporter shares five key sources to help others exploring health care problems in California jails, and some critical caveats you should keep in mind before turning to them.
When a major wildfire burns into an urban area, federal disaster officials are quick to offer financial help to people who lose their homes. But not everyone is eligible for aid after a wildfire.
This story was produced as part of a larger project led by Monica Vaughan, a participant in the 2019 California Fellowship.
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Oceano Dunes stays open to off-roading. But California still says big changes must be made
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Stories of abuse or serious neglect in nursing homes make headlines, but patients and consumer advocates are trying to bring attention to overarching issues and push for a better system.
Advocates warn that people who need nursing care may increasingly be sent far away from San Francisco in a developing shortage of affordable nursing home beds.
This story was produced as part of a larger project led by Monica Vaughan, a participant in the 2019 California Fellowship.
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Live on or near the Nipomo Mesa? We’re investigating air quality and need your help