Senator Bernie Sanders has raised concerns about the future of Social Security. He believes that the current administration, under President Donald Trump, might try to privatize Social Security and reduce benefits for many Americans who rely on it. The future of programs like Social Securit
The COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented challenges to the world, with lockdowns being one of the most controversial responses. In March 2020, cities across the United States, including Cambridge, Massachusetts, shut down schools and businesses to curb the spread of the virus. The decision to i
A measles outbreak in Texas has sparked a heated debate. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) sent a team to assist with the growing number of cases. The Health and Human Services Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , promised to consult with local doctors to learn about their method
Four big-city mayors found themselves in the hot seat on Capitol Hill. Republicans had summoned them to defend their sanctuary city policies. These policies are designed to protect undocumented immigrants. The hearing was intense, with Republicans accusing these cities of being safe havens for crimi
Four major cities in the United States are in the hot seat. Boston, Chicago, Denver, and New York are being scrutinized for their sanctuary policies. These policies limit how much these cities help with federal immigration enforcement. The mayors of these cities are set to face questions from a c
The Senate recently faced a heated debate over a bill that sought to exclude transgender women and girls from participating in sports designated for female athletes. This bill aimed to redefine Title IX protections based on an individual's reproductive biology and genetics at birth. The vote was a c
The fight over transgender athletes in sports is heating up. Recently, a bill aiming to stop transgender women and girls from competing in female sports was blocked by Senate Democrats. This bill was pushed by Republicans and sought to define protections under Title IX, which guards against sex-base
Over a thousand people in the lush Équateur Province of the Democratic Republic of Congo have been hit by a puzzling fever. Symptoms like fever, headaches, chills, and muscle aches appear in just two days. This has left health experts scratching their heads. Two major health organizations have diff
The conflict in Gaza and Ukraine has sparked a big debate. People are asking if what's happening in Gaza is genocide. This is a heavy word with a lot of weight. It's not just about definitions or legal terms. It's about the suffering of tens of thousands of innocent people. The focus should be on fi
Think about this: what does "global health" actually mean? It's a big phrase, but what does it really cover? In the world of public health, folks have been talking about what "public" means for a long time. They've looked at the ethical and political questions that come up when we talk about helping
