California has a severe shortage of pediatric specialist doctors. The shortfall puts medically fragile children at risk for worsening health and missed opportunities for life-changing treatment and support. Claudia Boyd-Barrett calhealthreport.org/2024/04/29/cal…

Today, CSCC testified in opposition before the Asm. Budget Subcommittee on Health to the May Revise proposal to sweep MCO Tax dollars. These dollars represent a significant opportunity to improve access to pediatric specialty care and must be used for their intended purpose.

Some doctors and parents fear that children who rely on these devices could have life-threatening breathing problems if their ventilators break. calhealthreport.org/2024/05/13/ven…

Dr. Cleary's legacy is strong!

This week, CSCC staff attended the Medical Group Advocacy Symposium hosted by California Medical Association, covering important topics like building the future physician workforce, and the importance of #Yeson35 for Medi-Cal patients. It was a wonderful convening!

At the hearing on Prop. 35, CSCC's Erin Kelly said, "young people with complex health conditions face unparalleled challenges in trying to find pediatric specialists and Prop. 35 will provide the funding and workforce training to finally give them the care they deserve.” #Yeson35

CSCC is proud to support AB 3059, authored by Assemblymember Akilah Weber, MD, to expand access to donor milk regardless of insurance type, and reduce health disparities among infants. We urge Governor Gavin Newsom to sign this important legislation.

AB 3059 is on @CAGovernor’s desk awaiting his signature. Authored by @AsmAkilahWeber, this bill will help #UC eliminate disparities for vulnerable babies by expanding access to milk banks across CA. Tell Gov. Newsom to sign the bill! bit.ly/4dEh1cN

Medicine doesn’t work if children won’t take it! Governor Gavin Newsom, please sign AB 3063 and bring access to medicine flavoring back to CA families. #theyuckstopshere

Physicians from across California SUPPORT Prop 35. Prop 35 will address the health care crisis and secure dedicated, ongoing funding for Medi-Cal to expand access to health care.

Great news: Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 3059 into LAW 👶🍼. For infants in the NICU, donor milk is a lifeline. With this new law, babies & families will now have easier access to lifesaving nutrition. Thank you Assemblymember Akilah Weber, MD for your leadership😍 UC Health Milk Bank bit.ly/3N3pQRC

Without access to health care, California's children and families suffer. This November, vote #Yeson35 to ensure health care dollars go directly to health care - and patients. Yes On Prop 35 VoteYes35.com

CSCC is proud to support #Prop35. It will improve access to pediatric specialty care for all kids in California. #YESon35

CSCC Board President Dr. Carlos Lerner on why California voters should support improving access to specialty care for sick children by voting #Yeson35. capitolweekly.net/prop-35-provid…

CSCC was honored to award Assemblymember Akilah Weber, MD as 2024 Legislator of the Year. She is a true champion for access to care in Medi-Cal and has spent much of her time in the Assembly lifting up the voices of the most vulnerable mothers, families and children in the state.

As the fires continue to devastate LA County, CSCC's heart goes out to all of those affected by the trauma of what is happening in their community. We also express deep gratitude to the providers who continue to serve children and families during this time of great adversity.

Medicaid = Health Insurance! It provides free or low-cost coverage to millions of low-income Americans, including kids, pregnant women, and people with disabilities. A vital lifeline for healthcare in the U.S. 🌟 Call your member of Congress and Protect Medicaid 866-426-2631

Children rely on Medicaid to manage their health from birth through adolescence. Cuts to Medicaid jeopardize their futures. #ProtectMedicaid #HandsOffMedicaid #SaveMedicaid #HandsOffOurMedicaid

Kids rely on Medicaid for everything from prescriptions to specialists. Cuts would make the care they need harder to access. #ProtectMedicaid #HandsOffMedicaid #SaveMedicaid #HandsOffOurMedicaid

CSCC held its Legislative Day and met with over 25 offices. CSCC members advocated about the importance of Medi-Cal funding to support its network and conveyed the urgency of prompt implementation of Prop 35 to address the growing pediatric specialty care workforce crisis.