How To Bolster The Safety Net For Those Most Impacted By The

How To Bolster The Safety Net For Those Most Impacted By The Pandemic

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COVID-19 changed many aspects of our lives and policymakers at the local and state level are seeking solutions to help restore the health and well-being of Californians. In this program, Dr. Rita Hamad discusses ways to bolster the safety net for people most impacted by the pandemic. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 38198]

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