Ana B. Ibarra, Web Reporter, is a bilingual journalist who started her career at the Merced Sun-Star.
Ana B. Ibarra
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How the new ‘public charge’ rule affects immigrants’ healthcare benefits
A new rule to restrict legal immigration, published by the Trump administration this month, is sowing confusion and anxiety even among immigrants not directly affected by it.
How the new ‘public charge’ rule affects immigrants’ healthcare benefits
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Ana B. Ibarra, Kaiser Health News
27 August 2019 | 6 min read
U.S. states move to ban pesticide linked to developmental problems
Lawmakers in several states are trying to ban a widely used pesticide that the Environmental Protection Agency is fighting to keep on the market.
U.S. states move to ban pesticide linked to developmental problems
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Ana B. Ibarra, Kaiser Health News
26 April 2019 | 6 min read
How the college admissions cheating scandal hurts students with disabilities
In the wake of this week's college admissions cheating scandal, families and advocates are worried about a backlash that could make it harder for students with legitimate disabilities to get the accommodations the need.
How the college admissions cheating scandal hurts students with disabilities
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Barbara Feder Ostrov, Ana B. Ibarra, Kaiser Health News
15 March 2019 | 5 min read
Virtual doctor visits may not reduce healthcare spending
Telehealth services may boost access to care, but they don't save money, according to a new study.
Virtual doctor visits may not reduce healthcare spending
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Ana B. Ibarra, Kaiser Health News
13 March 2017 | 5 min read
Spanish-speaking parents face language barrier at pediatrican’s office
The findings of a new analysis hint that a 2009 state law establishing the right to a medical interpreter is either not being fully enforced or is not being promoted widely enough.
Spanish-speaking parents face language barrier at pediatrican’s office
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Ana B. Ibarra, California Healthline
1 March 2017 | 5 min read
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