84°F
weather icon Mostly Clear
Las Vegas, NV
Health

California lawmaker seeks investigation of Nevada’s treatment of mentally ill

By LAURA MYERS LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
March 6, 2013 - 2:04 am
 

A top California lawmaker sent a letter to federal health authorities suggesting U.S. officials investigate whether Nevada dumped mentally ill patients on the Golden State, the legislator’s office confirmed Tuesday.

Sen. Darrell Steinberg, a Democrat who is president pro tempore, sent the letter late Monday to Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius. He said he wanted to “bring attention” to Nevada’s use of “Greyhound Therapy,” giving at least five mentally ill patients one-way tickets to California to seek care.

The allegations stem from a story published last Friday by the Sacramento Bee about a mentally ill man, James F. Brown, who arrived in Sacramento, Calif., by bus Feb. 12 with discharge papers from Southern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services. Brown told social workers he didn’t know anyone in Sacramento and was forced to leave a state-run psychiatric hospital in Las Vegas. He alleged four other patients also were bused out of state.

Nevada authorities said the state doesn’t engage in patient dumping. State health officials opened investigations to determine why the 48-year-old Brown was sent to Sacramento.

MOST READ
Don't miss the big stories. Like us on Facebook.
THE LATEST
Squats are a functional movement — something we do in everday life — that works t ...
What’s the best strength move for people over 60?
By Emily Laurence Parade

When it comes to exercise and longevity, cardio-based workouts are good, but don’t overlook the importance of strength training.

New research published in Nutrition and Health, analyzing 17 studies on diet and hair, shows ce ...
Could what you eat and drink contribute to hair loss?
By Cindy Krischer Goodman South Florida Sun Sentinel

New research, published in Nutrition and Health, analyzed 17 studies on diet and hair by scouring three big scientific databases.

Walking at a brisk pace is best if burning calories is your goal. “The faster your pace, ...
What’s the best walking pace for burning calories?
By Erica Sweeney Parade

Lacing up your sneakers and getting your steps in may be your go-to workout. But you might wonder if there’s an ideal walking pace to burn the most calories.

 
Want a COVID-19 shot? That’s up to you, vaccine advisory panel says
By Mike Stobbe and Lauran Neergaard Associated Press

A panel of advisers appointed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. declined to recommend this fall’s COVID-19 vaccinations for anyone, leaving the choice up to those who want a shot.

 
Tips to reduce screen time, start a new hobby
By Jamie Ducharme • The Associated Press

Adopting a new hobby can be an effective way to get a break from screens. Enjoyable pastimes can reduce stress and improve well-being, research suggests.

Nearly half of insured adults who received a prior authorization denial in the past two years r ...
7 tips to help fight a health insurance denial
By Lauren Sausser KFF Health News

Prior authorization denials of medical procedures, tests or prescriptions can be appealed, but many people find the process overwhelming.

MORE STORIES