Author: Sandra Hernandez
Health Coverage at a Glance In California 2024
August 26, 2024
Health Coverage at a Glance In California ITUP has released its annual Health Coverage at a Glance in California, which includes data on the race/ethnicity breakdown of employer-sponsored coverage, Covered California, and Medi-Cal, including enrollment by health plan. Read…
Read MoreCatalyzing AI to Advance Health Equity in California Communities
August 14, 2024
This ITUP Fact Sheet explores the concept of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its critical role in shaping the future of health care. It outlines the importance of AI in enhancing patient care, improving efficiency, and driving innovation within the health sector. The fact sheet also…
Read MoreThe Emergence of Artificial Intelligence and It’s Application in Health -ITUP Policy Toolkit
August 14, 2024
This ITUP Policy Toolkit combines the wide array of U.S. Federal and California state agencies that are and can support the advancement of equitable artificial intelligence usage for Californians. It contains hyperlinks to help seamlessly navigate between the various federal agencies…
Read MoreITUP Blog: Snapshot: Examining Behavioral Health in California
August 8, 2024
By Abeerah Siddiqui Snapshot: Examining Behavioral Health in California This ITUP blog highlights landmark legislative bills that have set the foundation for the transformation of the behavioral health policy landscape in California. Following the summary of key state-led initiatives,…
Read MoreITUP Blog: Key Highlights in California’s Final FY 2024 – 25 Budget Act
July 12, 2024
Key Highlights in California’s Final FY 2024 – 25 Budget Act On June 29th 2024, Governor Newsom and the California Legislature reached an agreement on the Budget Act of 2024.[i] The Budget Act aims to address the budget deficit of $46.8 billion and includes total expenditures…
Read More2024 Regional Health Coverage Fact Sheets
July 9, 2024
2024 ITUP Regional Health Coverage Fact Sheets ITUP releases Regional Health Coverage Fact Sheets each year for its ITUP Regional Equity Collaborative locations. These publications are overviews highlighting key coverage facts county-by-county. The “Coverage at a Glance” fact…
Read MoreITUP Releases Statement on the U.S. Supreme Court’s Recent Rulings
July 3, 2024
ITUP Releases Statement on the U.S. Supreme Court’s Recent Rulings "Last Friday, the Supreme Court issued multiple rulings that jeopardize our progress toward achieving health equity. The Supreme Court's recent rulings will have grave consequences for our systems of care and…
Read MoreITUP Legislative Toolkit -In Home Supportive Services (IHSS)
June 21, 2024
ITUP conducted a second legislative training for the San Diego In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Advisory Committee. Shirley Lam, MPH, ITUP's Assistant Director of Policy, delivered a comprehensive overview of the IHSS program. She also conducted an analysis of the potential impacts…
Read MoreITUP Legislative Toolkit: State Government 101
May 24, 2024
ITUP provided legislative training for the San Diego In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Advisory Committee. Jana Wright, MPH, ITUP's Director of Policy, delivered an insightful overview of the California legislative process, emphasizing effective engagement strategies with legislative…
Read MoreITUP Blog: Governor’s FY 2024-25 Budget: Key Highlights in the May Revision
May 17, 2024
Governor’s FY 2024-25 Budget: Key Highlights in the May Revision On May 10, 2024, Governor Newsom released the May Revision (May Revise) of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-25 budget which estimates that California is facing a total budget deficit of $27.6 billion.[i] Read ITUP's full…
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