Health

Scientists are racing to develop new vaccines and treatments to combat the fast-growing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, which is caused by the Bundibugyo strain of the virus, but currently there are no approved vaccines or treatments available.

Black youth are disproportionately affected by intimate partner violence, often misinterpreting controlling behaviors as love, and traditional methods of intervention often come too late, necessitating a focus on building trust and recognizing the harm.

Elon Musk's AI company has been accused of violating the Clean Air Act by adding six more gas-powered turbines to its power plant in North Mississippi and Memphis, causing increased air pollution and health risks for Black communities in the area.

President Donald Trump has promised to make IVF treatment more accessible and affordable, but his proposed policies do not go far enough to provide full coverage or access to those who need it.

The World Health Organization has declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern, with 131 deaths and over 500 suspected cases reported so far.

The Environmental Working Group's 20th annual guide to sunscreens found that only 20% of the 2,784 products analyzed provide safe and effective protection against the sun's harmful rays, with mineral-based sunscreens being the safest and most effective option.

The US Supreme Court has rejected appeals from several of the nation's largest drugmakers challenging a program that requires them to negotiate with Medicare on the prices of some of their most popular drugs, a move expected to save taxpayers and the federal government billions of dollars.

Black women are disproportionately affected by pregnancy-related complications and mental health disorders, leading to higher rates of maternal mortality, suicide, and substance use disorder, which is exacerbated by systemic barriers and unequal access to healthcare.

The "One Big, Beautiful Bill Act" of 2025 cuts $187 billion from SNAP over the next decade, resulting in stricter work requirements, limited purchases, and increased pressure on vulnerable communities, with Black Americans being disproportionately affected.

The Black Church Food Security Network is a growing movement of Black churches pushing beyond charity and into food justice, confronting food deserts, chronic illness and racial inequities in America's food system.