News Highlights People with chronic diseases face rising cost of prescriptions, making it difficult to stay on their medications. Not staying on medications can have dangerous and sometimes deadly consequences.Program funds help offset high out-of-pocket prescription costs, making medications more affordable.MedAssist is available to Santa Clara County residents who use retail pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens, including individuals and families …

Incentivizes the Reduction of Greenhouse-Gas Emissions on University Campuses SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.— Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) announced it proposed a new pilot to help California universities reduce greenhouse-gas (GHG) emissions in support of the state’s bold climate goals. If approved by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), PG&E would team up with the University of California (UC) and …

Fun!” COVID-19 Vaccine Sweepstakes MCDPH supported by Kaiser Permanente announces the “Your Shot at Fun!” vaccine incentive program. The incentives aim to give an extra nudge to those who still need to get vaccinated against COVID-19, especially families in hard-to-reach communities, while also thanking everyone who has already been vaccinated. Family-focused prizes include a Disneyland family vacation, Six Flags annual …