The loss of Medicaid funding = closed clinics, longer waits, and communities left behind. Federal leaders must step up. Health care access should never be on the chopping block, that's why we're here. #FundHealthCare #CAPHinDC #ActNow

Proud to see our member, ARMC, leading with compassion and reminding every patient that they are seen, heard, and valued. Public health care systems provide life-saving care—we must fight for policies & funding to keep them strong. 📽️ Watch now: bit.ly/3DQZelQ

Thrilled to be a part of the celebration to welcome Regional Medical Center into the County of Santa Clara Public Health Department! Public health care systems are stepping up to meet the needs of their communities; couldn’t be prouder to celebrate their ongoing dedication and this newest expansion.

📍 Sacramento, here we come. On April 2, our members are meeting with lawmakers to highlight the critical role of public health care systems — and the federal decisions that threaten the care Californians count on. #CALobbyDay

We’ve secured a court order pausing the Trump Administration’s mass firing of federal employees.   The Trump Administration’s callous and reckless mass firings have harmed thousands of employees.   Today’s decision is an important victory.

Our public health care systems are more than safety nets — they’re lifelines for millions. Today we join our members at the Capitol to ensure state leaders understand the risks posed by federal Medicaid proposals. #CALobbyDay #CAPH

CAPH members are in Sacramento today for State Lobby Day — meeting with lawmakers to protect the care millions rely on.

More than 3.7 million Californians count on PHSs each year. Today, we’re joining UCSF Health and others meeting with state legislators like Josh Becker to raise awareness about looming federal Medicaid cuts — and what’s at stake. #CALobbyDay #CAPH

Great news for California! A record number of University of California med students matched into residency programs—and many are staying right here in CA to train and care for our communities. #MatchDay #FutureDoctors #CAhealthcare universityofcalifornia.edu/news/match-mad…

📍 In CA’s CD-22 (Central Valley), 67% of residents and 87% of kids rely on Medi-Cal. Kern Medical, 72% of hospital revenue comes from it. This program is essential—not optional. #ProtectMediCal Source: CHCF bit.ly/4jg9nbe

🐾 We're thrilled for our member Alameda Health System for launching its Canine Visitation Program! Therapy dogs are now part of the healing environment —a great example of public health care systems innovating to support whole-person care. bit.ly/4cT50R1

This is why we fight to protect Medicaid. Because public health care systems don’t just provide care, they are meeting people where they are, building trust, and delivering care. Any cuts to Medicaid would threaten the progress and partnerships that make this possible.

Big thanks to Los Angeles General Medical Center and LA County DHS for the impressive tour and productive Board meeting. From the historic LA County General to the state-of-the-art hospital today! Standing on the helipad was a powerful reminder of how far public health care systems have come, and where

👏 Congrats to our member Natividad and all the 2025 America's Essential Hospitals #GageAward winners! Natividad’s work to reduce anemia in pregnant patients shows how CA PHSs lead in improving care and outcomes! A clear reminder of why we must keep public health care systems funded and

PHSs keep showing up for their communities, even amid challenges. This week our CEO Erica Murray joined ARMC for the opening of its new Adolescent Behavioral Health Unit, home to Ca’s first adolescent behavioral health ER. A beacon of hope for youth & families in San

It’s September and we have less than 30 days until devastating Medicaid DSH cuts take effect. For California’s public health care systems, that means $856M lost every year. Patients providers and communities cannot afford it Congress must act now #SaveDSH

NEW: The Trump administration has pushed a significant amount of health costs to states, whose budgets may already be strained. State and local governments now face difficult decisions. 📝: Stephanie Armour, Christine Mai-Duc, Sam Whitehead, and Arielle Zionts kffhealthnews.org/news/article/s…

“Now I can see the people I love clearly for the first time.” 💛Our member Alameda Health System, helped 22-year-old Angel Brinson regain her sight through two cornea transplants. A powerful reminder of the people and purpose at the heart of California’s public health care systems.

The 2025 CAPH/SNI Annual Conference lineup is taking shape! 🌊 Hear from leaders on building trust across communities, Medicare/Medicaid policy shifts, and the future of Medicaid financing, all while connecting with public health care leaders from across the state. Dec 3-5 | San