Police Blotter, November 28 - December 4, 2020

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Published: Monday, Dec. 7, 2020

Written by Anacortes Police

Anacortes Police recovered alcohol  and cold medications valued at over $1500 that had been taken from a retail store in Anacortes.

California Lawmakers to Newsom: Give All Immigrants Health Coverage

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Published: Monday, Dec. 7, 2020

Written by Kaiser Health News

Given the pandemic’s disproportionate hit on minority communities, two Democratic lawmakers are pushing Newsom to agree to offer health care to all unauthorized immigrants. They planned to unveil legislation Monday — and a new strategy to make it happen.

Demand for COVID Vaccines Expected to Get Heated — And Fast

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Published: Monday, Dec. 7, 2020

Written by Kaiser Health News

With two vaccines against coronavirus disease poised for release within weeks, experts say they expect attitudes to shift dramatically from hesitancy to “Beanie Baby” -level urgency.

During ACA Open Enrollment, Picking a Plan Invites New COVID Complications

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Published: Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020

Written by Kaiser Health News

COVID-19's “long haulers” - patients with lingering effects of the disease - have joined the ranks of Americans with preexisting conditions. For those shopping for health coverage on the individual market, here's help navigating an uncharted insurance landscape.

Come for Your Eye Exam, Leave With a Band-Aid on Your Arm

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Published: Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020

Written by Kaiser Health News

Dentists and optometrists across the country are trying to join in the fight to get everyone vaccinated against COVID-19, the flu and other diseases.