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Pediatricians warn of long-term harm for children detained at border
As women and mothers, we are astonished at the reported conditions. But as pediatricians, we are deeply concerned about the long-term health impacts of these kids are likely to face.
Stories on Neil Armstrong's death remind us to check out our own heart care centers
The recent news that Armstrong’s death in 2012 may have been due to complications from a medical procedure was big news for history buffs, space fans, and investigative reporters. Here's why.
A reporter finds new ways to tell stories of black infant mortality amid newsroom layoffs
Five practical takeaways from reporting on how communities are tackling persistent disparities in infant mortality, in the midst of newsroom downsizing and shifting beats.
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Black market drugs offer risky relief for uninsured, low-income Californians
For the uninsured in Los Angeles, buying needed medication often means visiting informal street medicine markets like the one in the MacArthur Park area and taking a chance on their health.
Migrant children face huge challenges as they enter U.S. school system
A reporter sets out to explore the unprecedented challenges education professionals are facing as they attempt to create programs that support undocumented children who are navigating life in a foreign country.
Immigration raids leave lasting toll on community health in Iowa
In May, ICE agents raided a precast concrete plant on Mount Pleasant’s west side. Thirty-two men, most from Guatemala, were detained. That one event has led to months of turmoil for the families of the men and the community.
Socioeconomic status and health are linked. But what does that really mean?
Researchers offer reporters some tips for avoiding common pitfalls when talking about the effect of socioeconomic status on health.
How do health disparities fuel cycles of violence among vulnerable young people?
How often do young people in neighborhoods in which gang and drug violence are a daily occurrence receive help and services before they get sent to the alternative school, arrested, or worse?
Former inmates face big challenges in accessing health care upon reentry
After decades of advocacy, the First Step Act, signed into law in December 2018, would immediately allow many who were set to die in prison a second chance.
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