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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Ebola isn’t the only tropical disease scientists are concerned about. Scientists at the Scripps Research Institute have received a multi-million dollar federal grant to study the Lassa fever virus. -
KPBS Midday EditionThe fight over Proposition 46 is proving to be one of the most expensive in this fall’s election. Supporters say it will enhance patient safety, but critics call it a money grab by trial attorneys. -
Prop 45 on the November ballot aims to put a stop to rising health insurance costs. -
Unvaccinated children will be one of the topics this weekend at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Pediatrics in San Diego. -
California Gov. Jerry Brown has signed a bill that will require hospitals to boost their efforts to prevent workplace violence. -
At least two of California’s major health plans will offer more restricted physician networks next year.
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