Kenny Goldberg
Health ReporterKenny Goldberg covered health for KPBS, where he reported on a wide range of health-related topics. His radio and television work garnered three Golden Mike awards, Best in Show from the Society of Professional Journalists, and numerous other honors. He has also been awarded fellowships from the New York Times Foundation and the National Press Foundation. In addition to his work for KPBS, Kenny was a frequent contributor to the California Report, heard on public radio stations throughout California. A Seattle native, Kenny graduated from the University of Washington, and began his broadcasting career in the news departments of KOGO and KSDO in San Diego. In his spare time, Kenny loves to practice tai chi, hike, and travel with his wife, Angela.
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People with severe developmental disabilities need around-the-clock care. For decades, state institutions were thought to be the best option, but in recent years moving people into residential neighborhoods has emerged as the way to go. -
A new center for seniors celebrated its grand opening today in downtown San Diego. The Gary and Mary West Senior Wellness Center has a lot of unique features. -
A new study finds California's landmark nurse staffing law saves lives. The University of Pennsylvania report concludes nurse staffing levels in California hospitals prevent deaths from common surgeries.
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Members of the gay community are reacting positively to President Obama's decision to require hospitals to give visitation privileges to same-sex couples. California already has such a law.
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Health officials say the rate of HIV among people who are incarcerated is nearly seven times higher than the general population. Distributing condoms to inmates is one way to prevent the spread of disease, but the idea remains controversial. -
Three same-sex couples are suing the California Public Employees' Retirement System. The couples allege CalPERS is violating their civil rights by excluding same-sex partners from long-term health care plans.
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