Health

The world has surpassed the 1.5 degree Celsius threshold for global average temperature increases, which could lead to more extreme weather events and increased risk for Black Americans.

by Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware Everyone recognizes qualitative nursing when they experience it, especially since it’s often during the most troubled seasons of life: a debilitating...

A new study has found that black plastic used in takeout food containers and kitchen utensils contains high levels of cancer-causing flame retardants, which can seep into food when the plastic comes in contact with heat.

Former President Donald Trump's victory and impending return to the White House is expected to bring changes to the nation's public health insurance programs, including potential increases in the uninsured rate, new barriers to abortion and other reproductive care, and challenges to federal agencies that safeguard public health.

South Dakota is experiencing a devastating syphilis outbreak, particularly among Native Americans, with cases soaring by 1,865% from 2020 to 2022, and tribal leaders are calling for a public health emergency declaration to access resources to combat the outbreak.

Voters in seven of the 10 states where abortion was on the ballot voted to protect abortion rights, while voters in three states rejected such amendments, and Nebraska voters affirmed the state's existing ban on abortions after the first trimester.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s alliance with Donald Trump could be problematic for public health in Black communities, as they plan to remove fluoride from the water system and promote anti-vaccination conspiracy theories, which could worsen the health of Black Americans.

Conflict resolution expert Peter T. Coleman discusses the challenges of having productive conversations on divisive issues, and offers five tips for fostering cooperation and understanding in a polarized society.

Four Black-led organizations are launching an ad campaign to destigmatize abortion, highlight the impact of bans on Black women, and encourage people to take action to protect abortion care.

The final days of the campaign have seen stark disagreements between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump over the future of American health care, with Harris staking out positions primarily preserving and protecting existing access and Trump promising to leave abortion policy to the states while potentially reducing access to care for transgender Americans.