State distributes millions to community health organizations

Editor's note: This story has been updated since its initial publication. (The Center Square) - Community health and medical organizations throughout California are getting millions of dollars from the state, according to Gov. Gavin Newsom's office. A news release, issued Tuesday by the office, announced $145.5 million is going to 153 different organizations in 58 counties. This is an effort to help health care providers expand access to health services, especially in low-income communities with historically underserved populations, according to the Governor’s Office. “Care comes in many forms to meet many needs – and California is committed to providing that care,” Newsom said in Tuesday's press release. “The awards announced today are part of our work to improve access to a more effective health care, to support locally-provided, tailored programs that meet the unique needs of each community across the state.” However, the Pacific Research Institute, a Pasadena-based organization tha