California pays billions for erectile dysfunction and allergies through workers’ comp program

Source: New York Post

California is paying out billions annually through a little-known state workers’ compensation program for conditions that include sexual dysfunction, allergies and other chronic ailments — leaving Gov. Gavin Newsom and state lawmakers scrambling to revamp the troubled program. Called the Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund, the program provides extra benefits to employees covered by state workers’ compensation who sustain an on-the-job injury.