SUMMARY: Funcionarios de vivienda de California están pidiendo a los legisladores que establezcan estándares de refrigeración residencial, citando el alto número de muertes por calor extremo. El Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Comunitario propuso una temperatura máxima interior de 82 grados Fahrenheit para las 14.6 millones de unidades residenciales del estado. A pesar de la oposición de propietarios y constructores debido a los costos, el informe sugiere incentivos para modernizar viviendas. Un estudio de 2023 muestra que el 67% de los californianos apoya estos estándares. La falta de refrigeración puede aumentar las muertes anuales a 11,300 en 2050 debido a olas de calor.

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SUMMARY: Latonia Wilkins, a 52-year-old Atlanta mother, struggles to access PrEP, a drug that prevents HIV infections, despite needing it due to her non-monogamous lifestyle. She faced doctors reluctant to prescribe it and challenges with insurance coverage for the injectable form. Georgia has the highest HIV infection rates but low PrEP uptake, particularly among Black individuals and women. Recent federal guidance should improve access to PrEP; however, barriers remain, including transportation, stigma, and a lack of awareness. Wilkins is currently in a trial for a long-acting injectable version as she navigates these obstacles to preventive care.

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SUMMARY: In Suitland, Maryland, Fabric Health is transforming healthcare access by engaging customers at laundromats. Outreach manager Adrienne Jones asks patrons about their health needs, as many, like Brendan Glover, lack coverage. Fabric Health connects uninsured individuals with health plans and services, helping them schedule appointments and navigate Medicaid. Since its inception, the company has assisted over 20,000 people in the Mid-Atlantic region. Health plans, recognizing the importance of personal interaction, pay Fabric Health to enhance enrollment and satisfaction. This innovative approach aims to build trust and assist in managing healthcare, particularly for those in underserved communities.

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