Public health shouldn’t be political. It’s not supposed to be about sides. But right now, decisions that affect millions of lives are being made without science, without expertise, and without accountability — and we’re all paying the price. Longstanding protections like clean water, access to care, and cancer screenings are being eroded by policies that prioritize industry
In today’s digital world, it’s easier than ever to click “share.” But harder than ever to find the truth. Whether it’s cancer, autism, chronic illness, or vaccines, misinformation is everywhere — fueled not by science, but by fear. It spreads faster than facts, louder than reason, and often comes from the most unqualified voices imaginable. Some of
Experts have had no shortage of potential causes, but no clear answers to explain the meteoric rise in colon cancer diagnoses in young adults. Over the past two decades, adults under 55 have seen colon cancer rates double. Gut bacteria may be a contributing factor. Researchers have considerable evidence that colibactin could be a part
Aside from smoking and alcohol use, obesity is the highest non-genetic cancer risk factor. In the US, where two in five adults are obese, body weight is a substantial public health concern that poses immediate and long-term challenges. Find out how obesity contributes to tumor formation and why maintaining a healthy body weight leads to
Health experts have long voiced concern about artificial food dyes, and one in particular. Red dye 3 has been linked to several possible health issues but has remained on the market for decades. As the FDA finally bans red dye 3, it’s an interesting look at the ingredient approval process in the US. What Is
Before PFAS and red dye 3, banning DDT might have been one of the most impactful regulatory successes in American history. Like so many legacy chemical compounds, DDT offered immediate, almost miraculous results, albeit with unanticipated and dangerous consequences. In the three decades DDT was used in the US, it dramatically lowered rates of malaria,
A small study has shown positive results in a new mRNA vaccine. The findings, published in Nature, show promise, though the study's limited size and long clinical research timeline mean it will be years before it’s a viable option for patients. About the Vaccine The mRNA vaccine is personalized for individual use and trains T
People are understandably upset when programs that support health and well-being are eliminated, especially when they witness unnecessary suffering. It’s disheartening to see resources stripped away—tools designed to reduce risk, improve health, and ease suffering. However, when this happens, it doesn’t mean everything is lost. It doesn’t mean there are no more resources or
We're living in a fascinating moment in history, with political noise affecting public health in ways that can feel overwhelming. Some of it may sound outlandish, but that's not our focus here. Instead, we're committed to forging ahead—working with the people and resources we do have, standing up for what's right, and consistently pointing
Cancer prevention is not a political issue—it’s a public health mission that demands leadership at every level. From the food we eat to the air we breathe, the homes we live in, and the schools we attend, nearly every aspect of daily life influences cancer risk. Preventing cancer requires collaboration across government, communities, schools,
