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NYCU February 3, 2026

  TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2026 PHYSICIANS: Major political news today. In the open and crucial race for California Governor, the California Medical Association has endorsed Congressman Eric Swalwell. “Congressman Eric Swalwell is the clear choice for California physicians because he understands that a strong health care system is the backbone of a strong economy and healthy communities,” said CMA President Reno Bravo, MD. “At a moment when our health care system is under enormous strain, we need proven, decisive leadership, and Eric Swalwell has shown he is ready to lead.” Eric Swalwell ...

NYCU July 8, 2025

  TUESDAY, JULY 8, 2025 PHYSICIANS: Last week’s vote by Congress for the so–called ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ is anything but. Congress’ decision to cut Medicaid over the fervent objections of America’s medical community — with the California Medical Association and the San Diego County Medical Society in the thick of efforts to defeat these cuts — means that access to health care is threatened for millions of Americans. These cuts will be devastating and impact the most vulnerable — seniors, children, people with disabilities and low–income families. Hospitals will close, clinics will cut staff, ...

NYCU February 4, 2025

  TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2025 PHYSICIANS: To help physicians understand the most significant new health laws, California Medical Association [CMA] has published its annual new laws round up, ‘Significant New California Laws of Interest to Physicians for 2025.’ This document contains 23 pages of new laws sorted by topic. GUIDANCE FOR HEALTH FACILITIES RESPONDING TO IMMIGRATION ISSUES   As the Trump Administration has rescinded policies that banned immigration enforcement in hospitals and doctors’ offices, the California Attorney General and the California Hospital Association have published guidance for health facilities responding to those issues. In addition, ...