Trump’s Federal Funding Freeze Could Hit New York Hard

Trump’s Federal Funding Freeze Could Hit New York Hard

By Samantha Maldonado, THE CITY  State Attorney General Letitia James and counterparts sue to ensure Medicaid and other dollars continue to flow. An order from President Donald Trump’s budget office to freeze grant funding to states has already sown confusion and spurred pushback in New York. The state’s Attorney General, Letitia James, and five other […]

The Human and Economic Cost of Major Health Diseases in East New York and Brownsville, Brooklyn

The Human and Economic Cost of Major Health Diseases in East New York and Brownsville, Brooklyn

By Chris Tobias | Editorial credit: emin kuliyev / shutterstock.com  East New York and Brownsville, two neighborhoods in Brooklyn, New York City, face significant health challenges that have profound human and economic impacts. Chronic conditions such as diabetes, obesity, and hypertension are prevalent, leading to a cascade of related health issues and substantial financial burdens […]

Ruling Blocks ACA Health Insurance for ‘Dreamers’

Ruling Blocks ACA Health Insurance for ‘Dreamers’

Editorial credit: Susan Montgomery / shutterstock.com A federal judge in North Dakota has temporarily blocked the Biden administration’s effort to allow DACA recipients—immigrants brought to the U.S. illegally as children—to sign up for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act’s marketplace. The ruling affects “Dreamers” in 19 states where Republican attorneys general filed a lawsuit, […]

In a Threat to Patient Trust, Texas Hospitals Must ask ‘Are you a U.S. citizen?’

In a Threat to Patient Trust, Texas Hospitals Must ask ‘Are you a U.S. citizen?’

By Akshara Ramasamy, StatNews | Editorial credit: Patrish Jackson / shutterstock.com  As I prepare for medical school, I worry about the future of practicing in my state As a first-generation immigrant, much of my childhood was spent in a state of perpetual uncertainty. My family and I fixated on an ever-refreshing screen, patiently watching our status […]

Health Care: How Does Donald Trump’s Re-election Impact It

Health Care: How Does Donald Trump’s Re-election Impact It

By Esther Claudette Gittens The outcome of the 2024 presidential election has sparked a renewed focus on the future of healthcare policies, particularly in light of the potential impact of Donald Trump’s re-election. This underscores the crucial need for equitable access to healthcare services for all communities, a topic of significant interest and concern for […]

Obesity Drugs to Be Covered by Medicare and Medicaid Under Biden Administration Proposal

Obesity Drugs to Be Covered by Medicare and Medicaid Under Biden Administration Proposal

By Staff Writer | Editorial credit: Marc Bruxelle / shutterstock.com  In a significant move to address the growing obesity crisis in the United States, the Biden administration has unveiled a proposal that would allow Medicare and Medicaid to cover weight-loss medications. This historic policy change aims to improve access to life-changing treatments for millions of […]

Strengthening Protections for Vulnerable Communities in NYC

Strengthening Protections for Vulnerable Communities in NYC

By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial Credit: shu2260 / shutterstock.com  New York City, a global symbol of resilience and opportunity, faces deep-rooted challenges in addressing the needs of its vulnerable communities. Amid growing economic inequality, housing insecurity, and healthcare disparities, low-income families, immigrants, elderly residents, and others face systemic barriers to stability and prosperity. Addressing […]