California Prepares for Health Policy Shifts

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Here are some of the biggest health care laws California passed this year

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Democrats in the California Legislature passed — and Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom signed — laws taking effect this year .

California was the first state to ban PFAS chemicals, also known as “forever chemicals,” in all cosmetics sold and manufactured within its borders.

Violent offenders with severe mental illness can now be held longer after a judge orders them released from state mental hospital.

Two new laws expand the circumstances under which California workers may use sick leave.

Pharmacies will be required to provide prescription labels in Braille , large print, or audio for blind patients.

Pregnant people will now undergo screenings at least once during pregnancy and then six weeks postpartum, with further screenings as providers deem necessary.

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