Health & Human Services
Republican State Lawmakers Prepare to Quickly Limit Abortion Access if Roe v. Wade Is Overturned
Through the courts, new bills and special sessions, Republican state lawmakers are working to make sure they are ready to limit access as soon as is legally permissible.
States are Taking Action to Rein in Prescription Drug Prices
A New Jersey bill capping out-of-pocket expenses for insulin and asthma inhalers is among the latest proposals. Broader efforts remain bogged down in Congress.
Influx of Calls to Suicide Prevention Hotline Could Test Some States
The 988 emergency phone system has widespread support. But its launch comes after decades of lagging investment overall in mental health services.
A City Seeks to Undo a Legacy of Trauma
A Baltimore law requires agencies that interact with children and families to receive training in trauma-informed care. It's changing how the city engages with residents, with a greater emphasis on healing rather than hardline policies.
Deadly Bird Flu Sweeps States, Straining Farmers
Millions of poultry have been killed in the 29 states affected by the avian flu.
Distrust Keeps Families on SNAP From Buying Groceries Online
COMMENTARY | When buying groceries online, families eligible for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits are less likely to purchase both healthy foods, like fruits and vegetables, and sweets, a new study shows.
Cities With the Worst Air Pollution in the US
More than 40% of people live in places with unhealthy air quality, according to a recent report.
Staring at an Image of Yourself on Zoom Has Serious Consequences for Mental Health – Especially for Women
COMMENTARY | Mirrors, selfies and knowing other people are looking at you all cause people to think of themselves as objects. Video calls are all three in one and are likely increasing the harms of self-objectification.
Why Pandemic Food and Medicaid Benefits Could Soon an End
The federal government is again extending a health emergency keeping the extra aid in place, but this could be the last time.
Cities That Pose the Most and Least Challenges for Allergy Sufferers
A Pennsylvania city tops the list of the most challenging places for those with seasonal allergies and a Washington city offers the least symptoms, according to a recent report.
The ‘Massive’ Task Awaiting State Medicaid Agencies
The end of a public health emergency would mean states losing hundreds of billions in funding for the health care program, and verifying whether millions of enrollees are still eligible.
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