FDA鈥檚 Blood Ban Reversal for Gay Men, Explained
The FDA鈥檚 latest move represents a seismic shift for gay and bisexual men as well as for the critically low U.S. blood supply.
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Inclusive Public Health Messaging Helps Tackle Infectious Diseases
As the U.S. gets hit with multiple illnesses, public health messaging is critical. Here鈥檚 how to ensure it reaches the communities most impacted.
What Is Behind the Tampon Shortage?
The recent scarcity of menstrual products is exacerbating period poverty in the U.S.
Community Efforts to Clean Up Contaminated Water in One California Town
鈥淟awmakers need to figure out better ways to balance the interests of industry with protecting people鈥檚 health.鈥�
Your Fat Friend Wants You to Start Having Conversations With Fat People
Anti-fat bias and diet obsession hurt everyone, says Aubrey Gordon. Her new book looks at the roots of that harm and what we can do about it.
7 Steps to Stay COVID-Safe This Winter
Cooler weather means more time spent indoors, which requires greater precautions to avoid contracting or spreading the coronavirus.
As Winter Approaches, States Consider How to Keep COVID in Check
As the U.S. braces for a seasonal uptick in COVID-19 cases, two public health researchers assess what鈥檚 worked for states to keep infection rates low.
Trump Gets Socialized Health Care. What About the Rest of Us?
The president has free access to the best medical care in the world. There鈥檚 no reason why the rest of America shouldn鈥檛 get what their taxes pay for.
How a Small North Carolina Community Is Pushing Back on Pollution
A new group of allies is fighting a proposed asphalt plant that threatens their health and their homes.
Mask-Shaming Won鈥檛 Work. Try These 5 Things Instead
Empathy can go a long way when it comes to public health messages.
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