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Environment & Health
Flint’s Water-Related Death Toll Keeps Rising
Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, the Flint pediatrician who helped expose the dangerous levels of lead, discusses more.
We Are the Lorax. We Speak for the Trees.
Dr. Seuss’s beloved character gets a bad rap. Turns out he was angry for a reason.
New Study Warns of Deadly Link Between Rising Temperatures and Suicide
Up to 26,000 more people could die by suicide in the US by 2050 if we don't deal with climate change.
Big Pharma Cozies Up to Trump as He Moves to Lower Drug Prices
Big pharma is blaming others in the drug supply chain while pushing policies to protect its own bottom line.
Trump Put Corporate Profits Over Babies’ Health. Are We Surprised?
This administration has repeatedly demonstrated a desire for profit at the cost of society's most vulnerable.
Food Security in Africa Requires Governmental Regulations
Food security is just as much about safety of food as it is about availability.
Ocean Acidification Could Amplify Climate Disruption
Ocean acidification can compromise marine ecosystems and was a key component in previous mass extinction events.
Children With Disabilities Endure Long Waits for Life-Changing Medical Equipment
Long waits aggravate existing health problems, cause pain and pressure sores, or exacerbate developmental delays.
Health Insurers Are Collecting Your Data — And Could Raise Your Rates
Without any public scrutiny, insurers and data brokers are predicting your health costs based on personal data.
States Attacking ACA Would Suffer Most if Preexisting Conditions Shield Gets Axe
Residents of the Republican-led states that are challenging the law have the most to lose.