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Ken Carlson

The Modesto Bee

Ken Carlson covers county government and health care for The Modesto Bee. His coverage of public health, medicine, consumer health issues and the business of health care has appeared in The Bee for 15 years.

Measles, a once-common illness, makes a comeback. What you need to know

March 29, 2019 5:34 PM

An 800-acre reservoir could be coming to Stanislaus County, but what are the risks?

May 29, 2019 5:22 PM

Would you let a robot operate on your heart? It’s now an option at Modesto hospital

June 20, 2019 12:18 PM

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