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August 12, 2026
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Oakland Voices’ health and wellness coverage examines health challenges and solutions in Oakland in order to be a catalyst to eliminate health inequities, change narratives, and transform the Town.

Health

Charlotte Maxwell Clinic offers low-income women with cancer care, hope

August 12, 2026 Bella Liu

At an Oakland clinic on Pill Hill, cancer patients find free care, comfort, and community.

Health

Youth Demand Alameda County Ban Pepper Spray

August 7, 2026 Sathya Chaib

Youth organizers staged “Breathing Room” to demand end to use of chemical agents in juvenile detention.

Health

Therapy in a tent: The healthcare many homeless Californians need but aren’t getting

August 4, 2026 Cal Matters

Media stories too often focus on severe mental illnessness, but unhoused people have other needs.

Health

Oakland’s MIMS celebrates 20 years of opening health care pathways

July 18, 2026 Joy Quilatan

Students discover new health care possibilities through MIMS’ hands-on summer internship.

Environment

$75 million coal terminal plan reignites West Oakland fight

June 11, 2026 Rasheed Shabazz

Federal coal funding sparks renewed debate over pollution, jobs and environmental justice.

Health

Two Black Women lawmakers shape California health policies

May 13, 2026 California Black Media

Black women lawmakers lead California health policy efforts addressing disparities, maternal health, and access to equitable care.

Health

Oakland Marathon draws record 11,000 runners

March 26, 2026 Rasheed Shabazz

The event featured a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and Kids Fun Run.

Health

California Governor’s immigrant health proposal sparks bipartisan criticism

March 2, 2026 KFF Health News

Newsom’s immigrant health rollback ignites political tension ahead of potential presidential bid.

Health

Weaker air pollution regulations harms Black women

February 12, 2026 The 19th News

Sacrificing public health regulations will disproportionately impact Black women

Health

Rising health care costs central in California Governor’s race

February 10, 2026 KFF Health News

Candidates discuss health platforms.

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