The past year has seen science and medicine tangled in a web of political decisions that leave many questions unanswered. Governments have cut funding for research, sending scientists and universities into a crisis of trust and resources. Key agencies that once guided public health have been r
Alabama's state representatives have given the green light to a bill that puts a big limit on how the state can make rules to protect the environment. This bill, called SB 71, says that state agencies can't make environmental rules that are stricter than what the federal government says. It passed w
Public health is all about getting people to adopt healthier habits. But how do you make that happen in a world where everyone is glued to their screens? The answer might be in games. Yes, you heard it right. Games are not just for fun anymore. They are being used to encourage healthy behaviors. Ta
In early 2026, a significant shift occurred in U. S. climate policy. The administration decided to revoke a 2009 finding that identified six greenhouse gases as threats to public health. This move was met with criticism, as many experts argue that climate change poses serious health risks. Extreme
Measles is back, and it's hitting college campuses hard. Recently, over 40 students at a private college in southwest Florida were diagnosed with the virus. This isn't an isolated incident. Schools across the country are seeing similar outbreaks, putting unvaccinated students at risk. College stude
On February 12, a sewage leak occurred in downtown Green Bay. The leak happened because of a contractor's work on temporary sewer lines. The good news? It was cleaned up in just 24 hours. Nathan Qualls, who leads the Green Bay Metropolitan Sewerage District, said the emergency was over. Workers spe
Ecuador's prisons are in deep trouble. The number of deaths inside them is rising fast. In 2025, 1, 220 inmates died. That's a huge jump from previous years. Violence is part of the problem. Gang fights and other violent acts killed at least 206 people. That's four times more than the year before.
People are starting to question the health effects of ultraprocessed foods. These are the packaged, ready-to-eat items that fill grocery store shelves. Two influential figures, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Dr. David Kessler, are leading the conversation. They point to a 1958 government classification c
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is undergoing significant changes under the current administration. These changes are happening faster and more aggressively than before. The EPA is rescinding important regulations that protect the environment and public health. This includes the "endangerm
People often think of mental health as just not having a mental illness. But it's more than that. It's about feeling good, not just not feeling bad. This is a big deal. It changes how we look at mental health. It's not just about fixing problems. It's about building something positive. Think about
