Vision Care Lacking for Children of Low-Income Families
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The Children & Families Commission is recommending a mobile unit that would make it easier for parents get eye care for their children.
Ruane Gets New Job at CalOptima
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Former Children and Families Commission head, who had come to CalOptima on loan, will remain permanently with a $225,000 salary.
Grants Will Create New National Autism Center in OC
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The $15-million Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders of Southern California is expected to be a leader in fight against autism.
Schools Where Dental Clinics and Algebra Classes Share a Hallway
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Healthcare is increasingly moving into schools, a trend that supporters say improves the health of needy families.
Children and Families Commission OKs Lending Ruane to CalOptima
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The commission agrees to a “mutual aid” request for loan of its executive director to be CalOptima’s interim chief operating officer.
Ruane Tapped as Temporary Chief Operations Officer at CalOptima
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The $1.4-billion health plan will contract with Children and Families Commission while it continues its search for a permanent CEO.
Budget Cuts Force Higher Fees for Cuidar’s ADHD Services for Parents
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A local nonprofit that was charging $20 to help low-income families cope with the disorder will now charge $150.
The Economics of an Orange County ADHD Diagnosis
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While ailments like asthma and obesity disproportionately afflict children from poor neighborhoods, statistics show ADHD is more prevalent in wealthier areas. But what are the realities behind the numbers?
Openings Available on County Children and Families Commission
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Two health experts and one education specialist are needed to
fill spots on the nine-member board.
A Door-to-Door Approach to Health Awareness
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Latino Health Access promotores preach the importance
of preventative health in their communities.