Pandemic Strengthens Calls for Indigenous Data Sovereignty
A federal bill that would expand data access for tribal health providers may not satisfy Native communities.
Highway to Better Health Care
Mobile clinics seek to address disparities in health care delivery by dismantling barriers for rural Americans.
In Air and Unmasked
CDC orders masks on domestic flights after airlines’ self-enforced mask mandates do not yield compliance.
The Fight Over California’s Abortion Coverage Mandate
HHS may carry out a Trump Administration enforcement action against California for its abortion coverage mandate.
Privacy Problems in the Genetic Testing Industry
Experts debate oversight of direct-to-consumer genetic tests and access to genetic information.
Reducing COVID-19 Behind Bars
Criminal justice experts warn that more needs to be done to mitigate coronavirus in U.S. jails and prisons.
Impacts of Targeted Regulation of Abortion Providers
Regulations targeting abortion clinics significantly impact abortion access and public health.
The Paranormal Nature of Ghost Kitchens
Online-only cooking warehouses are on the rise—but they may evade traditional food safety regulations.
Reimagining the Public Option
Expert argues that social benefit, not market-competitiveness, should drive health care reform.
Clergy and COVID-19
A federal agency resolves religious discrimination complaints about restrictions on clergy hospital visits.
Aggravating the U.S. Physician Shortage
Immigration law exacerbates the growing need for physicians in the United States.
How Federalism Has Harmed Public Health
Scholars argue that federalism has hindered the U.S. response to the COVID-19 pandemic.