Health

A federal judge in Boston has issued a preliminary injunction against Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s proposed changes to the nation's vaccine policy, citing a likely violation of the Administrative Procedure Act, an 80-year-old rule, when the agency altered vaccine guidelines last spring.

Colorectal cancer is becoming increasingly common in adults under 50, and experts are urging early screenings starting at age 45 to help reduce the number of deaths from the disease.

Carmelle Bias, a Seattle-based entrepreneur and radio host, used her experience with lupus and kidney failure to inspire others to stay informed and seek care during National Kidney Month.

The Western United States and parts of the Plains are bracing for an unprecedented heat wave, poised to shatter March temperature records. This extreme weather event, exacerbated by anthropogenic climate change, underscores the growing frequency and intensity of heat waves, posing significant public health risks and environmental challenges.

Henrietta Lacks' estate has finalized a settlement with Novartis, concluding a legal dispute that alleged the pharmaceutical giant benefited from a racially biased medical system that exploited Black patients. Lacks' cells, known as HeLa cells, have been instrumental in numerous scientific advancements, revolutionizing modern medicine.

A recent study has revealed that exposure to PFAS chemicals may be linked to reduced bone density in children, which could elevate their risk of fractures and osteoporosis as they age.

Lawrence Lovell, a therapist and father, emphasized the critical role men play in advocating for women's maternal health during pregnancy and childbirth. His remarks came during a panel discussion honoring the legacy of a Black midwife who tragically died from childbirth complications.

The Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network has initiated measures to address racial disparities in kidney transplants by adjusting waiting times for Black patients. This correction follows the cessation of a race-based calculation that had historically disadvantaged them.

A recent study from North Carolina State University reveals that Black young adults facing online racism increasingly turn to digital mental health tools for support. Mental health professionals are urged to acknowledge the profound impact of online racism on the mental well-being of Black youth.

The Mary Mahoney Professional Nurses Organization will honor Vanetta Molson-Turner with the Ann Foy Baker Award for her decades of service to the community and commitment to advancing health equity and social justice.