Truthout
Environment & Health
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.
Youth-Led Marches Across the Globe Demand Immediate Climate Action
Young activists demand officials safeguard the planet for both its current inhabitants and future generations.
Single-Payer Advocates in Congress Double Down With Medicare for All Caucus
Caucus members hope to help educate the public about true single-payer health care and hasten its implementation.
Migrant Parents Reunited With Children Must Brace for Trauma and Long Recovery
Psychoanalyst Nancy Burke discusses the psychological impact of family separation.
Trump Administration Opens Door for Corporate Attack on Vulnerable Wildlife
If the Interior Department's proposals are approved, “Zinke will go down in history as the extinction secretary.”
Years After EPA Cited Health Risks From Chemical Plant, Is Enough Being Done?
Regulators haven’t resolved issues swirling around emissions released by the Denka Performance Elastomer plant.