The Hospital Council of Northern and Central California has entered a collaborative agreement with Blue Shield of California designed to improve claims processing and reduce claim denials. more...
John Muir Health’s new $612 million Tom and Billie Long Patient Care Tower in Walnut Creek wasn’t the easiest hospital project to design and implement. more...
Hospitals have become too familiar to Mary Janelle Granger. She used to rush to the emergency department at least twice a month when troubled breathing panicked her. more...
It's been more than eight years since Janelle O'Malley was diagnosed at age 49 with a rare form of ovarian cancer, but she still struggles with sleep problems and other side effects from being thrust into immediate menopause. more...
I want to thank Lisa Krieger for sharing the story of her father's final days (Feb. 5). It was a poignant remembrance that raised issues we all must consider in the care of a loved one. Stories such as Krieger's are essential to raise the level and frequency of the discussion about end-of-life care options. more...
On Tuesday mornings, you'll find Catherine Narberes, a woman of strong faith and indomitable spirit, volunteering at John Muir Medical Center in Concord. "I look forward to my volunteer days," she said. "I just can't stand the idea of doing nothing 24 hours a day." more...
Local residents who undergo a stroke may receive faster treatment and suffer less brain damage as a result of new procedures implemented this week by Contra Costa County, medical experts say. more...
Welcome to a new year of community philanthropy and public service. Jacquie Oliverius has entrusted the "Good Neighbors" column to me with hopes that community connections and traditions will continue to flourish in the Contra Costa Times family. Thank you all for sharing your good news with us. more...
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