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In this video, youth reporter Janell Gore sits down with Edgar Aguilar, a representative of Dignity Health. The pair discuss “public charge,” a new proposal that could impact many families … Continue reading
How I Learned What’s Wrong With My Food
Sierra Silva is on a mission to empower people to better their lives by bettering their health. Read more at Richmond Pulse
State ‘Soda Tax’ Ban Leaves Richmond Program For Youth At Risk
A new state law that keeps cities from taxing groceries of any kind could mean the end of any hope for Richmond’s Department for Children and Youth Services initiative. Read … Continue reading
Richmond teen teaches kids to make better food choices
Richmond high schooler Sara Madriz wants kids to eat less junk food. She’s part of a group talking to younger students about making healthy choices. “A lot of teens our … Continue reading
Bike lanes coming to Carlson Boulevard in Richmond
Four miles of new bike lanes connecting BART and bus stations are coming to Richmond. The $500,000 project will reduce lanes for vehicular traffic in some areas, drawing criticism from … Continue reading
Rise Up: Imagine health and justice
Imagine a world where access to quality health care is a given, hate is unacceptable and clean water flows freely for all. In hopeful snapshots, youth reporters with The kNOw talk … Continue reading
Merced County adopts social justice approach to improve community health
There are not enough doctors in Merced County, and access to health clinics is limited. County officials are collaborating with residents, community leaders and others to address key obstacles to … Continue reading
Drinking two sodas doubles your risk of getting diabetes
Swedish researchers said consuming two sodas doubles a person’s risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes. But the 6-ounce drink measurement used in the study doesn’t capture the American serving in … Continue reading
Weekly farmers market opens in Hazard Park in Boyle Heights
Organizers of a new farmers market in Los Angeles’ Boyle Heights district hope better access to healthy foods, like fresh produce, will help improve health in the neighborhood. Residents who … Continue reading
What it’s like to be young and undocumented in the STD capital of California
Kern County has some of the highest rates of certain sexually-transmitted diseases in California. Accessing good, affordable health care can be difficult for youth in Kern County. It’s even harder … Continue reading
