The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Monday, Sept. 12.
Interview: What it’s like to have monkeypox in Butte County
Monkeypox, now more frequently referred to as MPX to avoid stigmatizing naming conventions, is on the rise in the U.S. Butte County has seen five probable or confirmed cases, according to data from the California Department of Public Health updated Friday. One person in Butte County diagnosed with the virus recently shared their experience with NSPR’s Angel Huracha. Listen to the interview in today’s headlines.
— Angel Huracha, NSPR
Risk of devastating megaflood in California has doubled
Researchers say that California is likely to see more destructive floods due to climate change. According to a study published in the journal Science Advances in August, the probability of a megaflood happening in the state has doubled. The study says extreme flooding could inundate much of the state’s Central Valley and could cost over a trillion dollars in damages.
— Ken Devol, NSPR
As more wildfires affect youth, experts say mental health care is needed
California health officials say a growing number of children in the state are affected by wildfire-induced emotional traumas. Experts say it’s essential to help children manage their trauma to stave off longer-term physical and mental health problems. They recommend counseling for struggling kids and coping strategies — like breathing exercises to help kids stay calm.
— Stephanie O’Neill, Kaiser Health News
Ruling could bar access to HIV prevention drug PrEP
A U.S. district judge ruled last week that a section of the Affordable Care Act violates religious freedom because it requires private employers to provide coverage for HIV medication. Advocates say a recent ruling that allows private employers to refuse to cover medication based on their religion could severely limit access to PrEP, a drug that prevents HIV. The exact effect of the ruling remains unclear, and it is likely to be appealed.
— Shreeya Aranake (KQED), The California Report
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In case you missed it
- Yuba City mosque is raising funds for flood relief in Pakistan — NSPR
- Greenville to receive $7 million to help rebuild infrastructure — NSPR
- Today marks two years since the Bear Fire, many survivors are still recovering — NSPR
- Mill Fire may have started from a machine failure at a lumber mill in Weed — NSPR
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