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Bush-Nominated Judge Strikes Down Free HIV, Cancer Screenings in Major Ruling
The decision is a huge blow to the Affordable Care Act.
I’m Immunocompromised. I Know Ableism Is Oppression. We Need Disability Justice.
To protect the growing immunocompromised population, we need to practice collective care.
Sanders Slams Biden for Rejecting Request to Lower Price of $190K Cancer Drug
The administration rejected a request to lower the price of prostate cancer drug Xtandi this week.
Philadelphia Aims to Start Guaranteed Income Program for New Parents by 2024
The program's aim is to cut infant mortality rates for low-income neighborhoods in the city.
We Need to Talk About Gun Manufacturers
Americans cannot end gun violence without confronting the fact that the U.S. is the world’s primary supplier of weapons.
Sanders Says “Much More” Must Be Done After Insulin Maker Announces Price Cuts
Novo Nordisk is planning to cut its insulin prices by up to 75 percent, but it will still remain unaffordable for many.
We Must Recognize That the Eviction Crisis Is Also a Public Health Crisis
The mental health impacts of eviction and the threat of eviction are severe for tenants.
Biden Proposes Tax Hike on the Rich to Strengthen Medicare
The plan comes as Republicans attempt to exploit a debt ceiling standoff to secure long-sought cuts to federal programs.
Montana Schools Struggle With Lead in Water While Awaiting Federal Relief
The Environmental Protection Agency estimates between 6 million and 10 million lead service lines are in use nationwide.
Bernie Sanders Vows Bill to Cap Price of Insulin at $20 Per Vial
Those with diabetes should not be forced to pay $98 for a vial of insulin that costs $8 to manufacture, Sanders said.