Reducing Access Disparities in California by Insuring Low-Income Undocumented Adults

​Using the latest California Health Interview Survey data on the health insurance, demographics, health status, and access to care of undocumented low-income adults ages 19-64, research led by Associate Center Director Nadereh Pourat reveals the demographics and characteristics of undocumented adults, how their access to health care compares to documented counterparts, and the implications of extending Medi-Cal eligibility to the last remaining uninsured population who have limited options for coverage.

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Nadereh Pourat

Nadereh Pourat

Director, Health Economics and Evaluation Research Program, and Associate Center Director

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Tuesday, December 09, 2025

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When Hate Hits Home: Understanding Californians’ Experiences with Acts of Hate

On Tuesday, December 9, researchers from the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research and the Public Health Institute will present findings from two new studies that take a deeper look at Californians' experiences with hate and use of and access to support.

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