Health

The newly released Bethesda Declaration—signed by more than 2,300 NIH staff, Nobel laureates, and public health leaders—calls out politically motivated funding terminations and staff layoffs that have jeopardized decades of life-saving research.

The U.S. Department of Justice has eliminated $500 million in grants aimed at preventing gun violence, affecting programs in Oakland, Detroit, and St. Louis that offered free physical and mental health care to gun violence survivors.

Healthcare costs have surged, tripling since 2005, disproportionately impacting Black and Hispanic families who lose a greater portion of their wages to rising premiums, while wage growth has lagged at 84% over the same period.

The drug overdose epidemic continues to disproportionately impact Black Americans, who suffer the second-highest mortality rate from overdoses. Organizations like Elmcor and the Council on Black Health are advocating for culturally relevant care and behavioral health services, alongside holistic support strategies, to address the underlying trauma that leads to substance use.

UnitedHealthcare has initiated legal action against The Guardian, alleging defamation for the publication of purportedly false claims regarding the company's operational practices. The lawsuit contends that The Guardian sought to exploit the tragic assassination of UnitedHealthcare's CEO for its own gain.

Republican lawmakers are facing growing pressure from advocacy groups, constituents, and even some within their ranks to preserve critical healthcare tax credits under the Affordable Care Act (ACA)

Lupus disproportionately affects Black women, causing inflammation and damage to the body's organs, and is more likely to be diagnosed in women of color due to hormonal factors.

King County is requiring food trucks to display safety ratings to boost public trust and prevent foodborne illness, as proper food handling and hygiene are key to keeping customers safe.

Medical professionals are concerned there is something else on the horizon

The Trump administration's budget cuts to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have led to the near-closure of a crucial team dedicated to preventing drownings, exacerbating the risk for Black communities around swimming pools.