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This week in San Jose healthcare, the City Council and Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors continued addressing key healthcare system challenges amid ongoing budget pressures. The Board of Supervisors’ April 28 meeting included approval of extending extra-help hours for 74 Santa Clara Valley Healthcare clinical and support staff through the remainder of fiscal year 2025-26, supporting operational capacity. The Council also discussed healthcare access and capacity as part of broader city planning efforts. Additional developments include ongoing discussions about equipment donations to Valley Healthcare and operational reports on the Valley Homeless Healthcare Program. Despite a recent sales tax boost from Measure A intended to help healthcare funding, county officials report continued shortfalls and potential cuts affecting San Jose residents. Key points: - Board of Supervisors approved extending extra-help hours for 74 healthcare staff through FY 2025-26. - City Council discussed healthcare access and capacity improvements alongside transportation and infrastructure plans. - Valley Healthcare equipment donations and homeless healthcare program reports featured in recent meetings. - County faces ongoing healthcare budget shortfalls despite Measure A sales tax revenue increases. What to watch: Future San Jose City Council and County Board meetings for updates on healthcare funding strategies and service capacity expansions.

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