Tag: Public health

The Anacostia River in Washington, D.C., is once again a topic of conversation, but this time for a positive reason. A team of high school students from the Francis L. Cardozo Education Campus embarked...

The St. John's Community Health clinic in South Los Angeles is usually a bustling hub of activity, with patients coming and going. However, recently, community health worker Ana Ruth Varela has noticed a change....

The Future of Medicaid: Navigating Challenges AheadThe Medicaid health insurance program, a lifeline for individuals with low incomes, is currently at a crossroads. With Congress deliberating major cuts and President Donald Trump's conflicting promises...

In a recent development in Washington, the House Budget Committee passed a budget blueprint late Thursday in a party-line vote. This move sets the stage for a heated debate over tax cuts and how...

The CDC, a bastion of global public health, was shaken by the Trump administration's latest move to cut down the federal civil service. On the fateful Friday, members of the renowned Epidemic Intelligence Service...

Health Policy Valentines: A Heartfelt Ode to HealthcareThis Valentine's season, love was in the air in unexpected ways as readers poured their hearts out in poetic valentines dedicated to health policy. From the whimsical...

The Senate has officially confirmed Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the U.S. Health Secretary, a decision that has stirred up a mix of excitement, concern, and controversy across the political spectrum. In a close...

Last Tuesday was a rollercoaster of emotions for state Medicaid staff nationwide, as a memo from the Trump administration initially threatened to freeze all federal financial assistance, including Medicaid funds. This sudden announcement left...

Renowned Journalists Delve into RFK Jr., Bird Flu, and L.A. Fires: KFF Health News UpdateAs we navigate the complex landscape of current affairs, three significant topics have captured the attention of journalists and experts...

In a recent development that has sent shockwaves through the scientific and public health communities, top advisers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have voiced serious concerns regarding the sudden removal of...