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In new lawsuit, pregnant doctor says RFK Jr.’s vaccine policy puts her at risk
"Jane Doe” and medical organizations are suing Kennedy over his directive to no longer recommend COVID-19 vaccines to pregnant people and children.
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Trump's tax law by the numbers: $1 trillion less for Medicaid, $75 billion more for ICE
The new law extends tax breaks for the wealthy, slashes Medicaid and food aid and expands immigration enforcement — threatening health care, nutrition and safety nets for millions.
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Hollywood actors demand answers from Amazon on its treatment of pregnant workers
In a letter sent to Amazon, Jane Fonda and other actors urged the company to address claims it’s endangering pregnant workers — some of whom say they have miscarried or been fired.
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The state of American men is — not so good
A new report reveals men are struggling with isolation, economic pressure and toxic online influences. But redefining masculinity and valuing men as caregivers could point the way forward.
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The door to fight gender-affirming care bans isn’t closed, LGBTQ+ rights attorneys say
The Supreme Court’s opinion in U.S. v Skrmetti was narrower than it could have been — leaving an opportunity for refined legal strategy around navigating anti-trans laws.
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Vaccine support isn’t as controversial as it seems
A new poll shows support is shared across political party lines — and comes as Health and Human Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. could reshape the future of vaccines.
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How doctors are preparing for RFK Jr.’s shifts on vaccine policy
Kennedy gutted a key vaccine advisory panel. Now, physicians are figuring out how they can continue to share evidence-based guidance to keep patients healthy.
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Trump administration to end national LGBTQ+ suicide hotline
No reason was given for why services specific to LGBTQ+ callers are ending for 988, the crisis hotline for queer youth that launched in 2022.
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Deadly shootings in Minnesota have shaken abortion providers
The suspected shooter had a list of targets that included abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood affiliates and employees.
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A brain-dead Georgia woman is set to be taken off of life support after her baby was delivered
Adriana Smith has been on life support since February. Her case has made national headlines, drawing attention to the state’s six-week abortion ban.