U.S. metro areas are experiencing renewed population growth, primarily driven by immigration, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
Human Health
The Trump administration's decision to cap indirect costs on National Institutes of Health (NIH) research grants at 15% threatens funding for universities...
A new study shows that microplastics can travel through the brains of mice and block blood vessels, mimicking blood clots and reducing motor function.
A Trump administration executive order freezing all foreign aid has led to the abrupt shutdown of U.S.A.I.D.-funded clinical trials worldwide, leaving thousands of participants...
Nobel Laureate James Heckman highlights the high return on early childhood investments, estimating up to $17 for every $1 spent. Yet, 350 million children globally lack access to
Betsy McCaughey outlines a five-point health policy agenda for President-elect Donald Trump. Key items include promoting healthy eating to combat chronic diseases, addressing inef
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., if given influence over health policy under a Trump administration, could advance certain bipartisan health reforms. His ideas, such as capping drug prices,
A new report by the Women’s Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN) highlights how the fossil fuel industry disproportionately impacts Black, Indigenous, Latine
This article discusses the challenges faced by healthcare innovators focused on reducing racial health disparities, highlighting the potential impact of external distractions. Mas
Independent grocery stores in food deserts face significant challenges in staying open despite government support.
Farmworkers in the U.S., who are critical to the nation's food supply, are increasingly experiencing hunger due to rising food costs and the impacts of climate change.
A significant legal battle is unfolding as thousands of Black women have filed lawsuits against manufacturers of chemical hair relaxers, alleging that these products significantly