El Centro Regional Medical Center has received an $11 million grant from California's Distressed Hospital Loan Program to support healthcare services in Imperial County. - The grant follows California AB 108, which provides economic assistance to struggling hospitals.
- CEO Pablo Velez thanked state lawmakers for recognizing the challenges faced by rural hospitals. - State Senator Steve Padilla and the IVHD Board of Directors emphasized the grant's role in stabilizing operations.
This funding will help maintain essential medical services and protect access to care for Imperial Valley residents.