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Drug Shortages Pose a Public Health Crisis in the US
Drug shortages endanger lives and increase health care costs.
Substandard Medical Care in ICE Detention Is Killing Immigrants, Endangering Lives
Clara Long, senior researcher at Human Rights Watch, discusses more.
If You’ve Got Hepatitis C, Spitting Can Be a Felony
These laws aren't effective in stopping the spread of disease.
From New Orleans to the DNC, Pressure Builds to Cut Ties to Fossil Fuel Industry
Institutions of all stripes are moving to sever their financial ties to the fossil fuel industry.
Water Restored to Majority of Puerto Rico, but Problems Persist
Water safety has been a persistent issue for Puerto Rico.
EPA Staff Says Trump Administration Changing Agency Mission to Protect Industry
The EPA is facing an ongoing, broad-scale takeover by industries it regulates.
Origins of the Opioid Crisis: Purdue Pharma Knew of OxyContin Abuse in 1996 but Covered It Up
Barry Meier discusses more.
Cities and States Sue Big Pharma Firms That Profited From Peddling Addictive Opioids
Today, drug overdoses are the leading cause of death for Americans under age 50.
Deadlier Than Katrina and 9/11: Hurricane Maria Killed 4,645 in Puerto Rico, 70 Times Official Toll
Trump has so far not responded to the new study.
Republican Proposal Would Rescind Funds That Make Public Housing Safe for Residents
The cuts would also eliminate access to job training programs for residents.