#SB41 is a critical step to protect patients & pharmacies from bad actors. Assemblymember Mia Bonta, we need your leadership to hold PBMs accountable and protect access to care.

Bay Area woman concerned about possible cuts to Medi-Cal’s drug coverage cbsnews.com/sanfrancisco/v… via CBS News

🌟 Important Patient Story Alert! Our CCCC's Pres. and CEO, Liz Helms spoke to CBS News on behalf of patients regarding the impact of the proposed cuts by Governor Gavin Newsom specifically targeting GLP-1 medications. Watch the story here: youtu.be/CNXXobE-0u8 #PatientAdvocacy #GLP1s

🌟 This Father’s Day, let’s honor the unsung heroes - the fathers who stand strong in the face of chronic illness. Your dedication and love fuel hope and resilience in the hearts of many. #FathersDay #ChronicCare

The #MCEDAct is now the first & only healthcare bill with majority support in the House & Senate. But support doesn’t mean it’s law, we need action. Leader John Thune Chuck Schumer Speaker Mike Johnson Steve Scalise Hakeem Jeffries pass the bill & expand access to early cancer detection!

🎯 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with #ProstateCancer in their lifetime. Who's most at risk? When should you get screened? Why does age-based screening need a second look like? Get the facts in our latest blog 👇🔗mypatientrights.org/stay-informed/ #MensHealthMonth #PSA #HealthEquity

Liz Helms, President & CEO, and collegues, attending Women in Government National Legislative Conference.

Liz Helms (CCPA) (right), Tiffany Westrich-Robertson (@ifAiarthritis) (left), and Olivia Perry (Alliance for Patient Access) (center) following their panel participation at Women in Government National Legislative Conference.

Exciting panel with moderator, Representative Amber M Baker (left), Liz Helms (CA Chronic Care Coalition & Chronic Care Policy Alliance), Tiffany Westrich-Robertson (@ifaiarthritis) and Olivia Perry (Alliance for Patient Access) in the panel discussion Access & Affordability: Advancing Patient Centered Policy

Measles cases are rising in the U.S. Experts link the surge to declining MMR vaccination rates, influenced by vaccine hesitancy and fatigue post-COVID-19. Increasing vaccination rates by just 5% could prevent millions of infections. More from ABC News: abcnews.go.com/Health/small-u…

The 340B program was originally intended to ensure hospitals provide affordable care to those who need it most. It’s critical to ensure it’s functioning as intended through oversight and transparency. Read more: bit.ly/44nbTX6

🎆🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July! On this day of celebration and unity, let's remember the strength and resilience of all individuals living with chronic conditions. Enjoy the festivities with your loved ones and cherish the moments of joy and togetherness. #IndependenceDay

Interested in learning more about state efforts to protect patient access to care? Over the next few weeks, tune in as ACCC launches our #CopaysCountChampions2025 social series highlighting state legislative efforts to ensure #AllCopaysCount.

🚨 Dr. Sonya Frausto (CPhA member) is closing Ten Acres Pharmacy. “PBMs are reimbursing below cost, forcing losses, rejecting prescriptions... We’ve had to turn away business, sign non-negotiable contracts & survive outrageous audits.” 🎥 youtube.com/watch?v=tl7fGK… #SB41 #PBMReform

#SB41 is a critical step to protect patients & pharmacies from bad actors. Ash Kalra 🌱 & Diane B. Dixon, we need your leadership to hold PBMs accountable and protect access to care.

🎉 Great news! #SB363 (Senator Scott Wiener) passed through the Asm. Health Com! SB 363 is a crucial bill that aims to hold health plans accountable by requiring them to report all denials of surgical, medical, and behavioral health care. Liz Helms shared a powerful and personal story🙌

🎉 Great news alert! Just moments ago, #SB535 (Richardson) passed out of the Asm. Health Cmte. This bill ensures that health care service plans must cover behavioral therapy for obesity treatment, bariatric surgery, and at least one anti-obesity medication.🌟 #SB535

#PBMs are driving up costs for patients and pharmacists alike. Between 2017 and 2022, the Big 3 PBMs raked in $7.3 billion by overcharging for life-saving medications. Ash Kalra 🌱 & Diane B. Dixon, let’s stop these unfair practices by passing #SB41.

California’s 2025-26 budget avoids the worst cuts—but still slashes Medi-Cal access. Enrollment freezes, GLP-1 exclusions & more are ahead. Full breakdown here 👉 californiachroniccare.org/major-health-c… #CABudget #MediCal #HealthEquity #AB116

AB 116 restores Medi-Cal’s $130K asset limit but the budget cuts weight-loss drug coverage & freezes enrollment for undocumented adults. What does it all mean? We explain the main health changes: californiachroniccare.org/major-health-c… #HealthPolicy #CaliforniaBudget #CCCCVoices