California's COVID-19 Response and Public Health Challenges

This chapter reviews California's public health measures during the COVID-19 pandemic, examining compliance with stay-at-home orders and the strain on hospital capacities. It highlights the urgency of resources like ventilators, the effectiveness of masks, and the need for equitable national leadership amid the crisis. The discussion also delves into economic implications and the role of government in facilitating support for workers and implementing health reforms.