Sunday, November 24, 2024

As the planet warms and mosquitos thrive, one billion people could be exposed to...

“The risk of disease transmission is a serious problem, even over the next few decades."

Trump wellness programs would gut protections for people with pre-existing conditions

The ACA’s pre-existing condition protections are among the law’s more popular and important elements.

Why not control all drug prices?

Pharmaceutical companies are resisting public scrutiny and suing over modest drug price regulations. It’s past time to regulate their profiteering.

The US is not prepared for coronavirus; we need to take action

The fate of COVID-19 in the United States is in our hands

How a Climate Crisis Can Lead Farmers to Joint Planning and Response

The time to make it happen is now. This will build capital based on trust and a common vision of a shared future.

New FDA Commissioner Has Ties to Big Pharma

Robert Califf has close ties to the pharmaceutical industry, so how can he be impartial in role as the new commissioner of the FDA?

First Commercial Crop of GMO Arctic Apples About to Hit Market

Following intense consumer backlash, a number of major food companies such as Wendy’s, McDonald’s and Gerber expressed that they had no plans to source or sell the GMO apple.

Science Advisory Board: EPA Lacked Clarity in Report on Fracking and Drinking Water Contamination

The EPA not only ignored high-profile contamination cases in its study, but prematurely abandoned investigations.

Brazilian school districts make historic switch to 100 percent plant-based meals

With the mission of reducing the cities' environmental footprint (especially water consumption), Brazil's goal is to aid local produce farmers and foster humane and healthy eating habits for students.

Voices From the Front Lines of the Flint Water Crisis

Two parallel investigations, state and federal, are underway in an attempt to determine if any crimes have been committed.