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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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Thursday, October 15, 2026

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California Health Interview Survey (CHIS) Annual Data Release

The mental and physical health effects of the 2025 wildfires. Hate targeting immigrants. Barriers to healthcare. Food insecurity. What do the latest data reveal about the experiences shaping life and health in California, and who was affected most? Join the UCLA CHPR on Thursday, October 15, as we share the 2025 findings from the annual California Health Interview Survey (CHIS).

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Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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2026 E.R. Brown Symposium — Nourishing the Future: Reimagining Nutrition Security in an Era of Change

Join us on Tuesday, November 17, for the 2026 E.R. Brown Symposium, Nourishing the Future: Reimagining Nutrition Security in an Era of Change, being held in person in Sacramento and streamed on Zoom. With changes in federal nutrition and social service programs, California stands at a crossroads. This event will bring together experts and changemakers to explore how the state can respond to growing challenges and help close gaps in access to nutritious food.

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