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Stephanie Ramirez

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Stephanie Ramirez is a senior California reporter for Times Media Service, based in Sacramento, California. Ramirez covers California elections and state politics, including government decisions and public policy and the practical effects on residents across the state. Ramirez holds a master's degree in communication with a focus on journalism and grew up in Sacramento, California.

Stories by Stephanie Ramirez

2 explainers

  1. July 2026

    2 stories: 2 explainers

  2. Tue

    Explainer · Health · California

    What a full-body MRI can and cannot do — and why doctors still caution against routine screening

    Medical groups caution San Francisco residents that routine full-body MRI scans for healthy people can lead to unnecessary testing and anxiety.

  3. Sat

    Explainer · Health · United States

    What a Resting Heart Rate Can Tell You About Your Health