Urban Plumbing Poverty
Cities of the Future details a study from Nature Cities about the water insecurity crisis in urban areas throughout the United States, shedding light on the complex issue of “plumbing poverty.”
Food Deserts
The Seattle Times reports a growing population of Americans living in food deserts, areas where healthy, affordable, and diverse food is scares…
Massachusetts Hospital Closings Leave Communities Reeling
Steward Hospital just closed its third hospital in the wake of its bankruptcy proceedings; it’s also sold five of its hospitals throughout the process.
Food Insecurity and Disability in the US
Recent reports from the US Department of Agriculture report a high correlation between food insecurity and the presence of an adult with a disability in the household…
California’s Water Crisis
The raging wildfires in LA County are exacerbating California’s existing water scarcity crisis and adding the fear of contamination to the ever-growing list of dangers Californians face…
Middlemen's Impact on 340B Program
Affordable access to life-saving medications is essential for addressing health disparities and fostering equity. The New York Times highlights how middlemen in the 340B program create barriers…
MI: SB1179 Opposition Testimony
Michigan has an opportunity to be the country’s foremost pioneer on health equity. But, it will take setting the rhetoric aside, bringing together unique coalitions, and gathering problem solvers…