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Ana Ibarra

Ana B. Ibarra covers health care for CalMatters. Her reporting largely focuses on issues around access to care and affordability.

Ana's Latest Articles

As AI ‘Therapists’ Dish Out Advice, California Lawmakers Try to Set Some Limits

The use of chatbots has exploded over the last two years, and people are increasingly turning to them for mental health advice.

Kaiser agrees to $200 million settlement over California mental health delays

Settlement affirms claims by Kaiser therapists and behavioral health clients that the healthcare provider systematically delayed needed care. Gov. Newsom called the agreement a "tectonic shift" to hold providers to account. Kaiser's CEO acknowledged "shortcomings" and vowed to "build a "stronger mental health foundation."