Tag: advocacy
Imagine waking up to find that the medication keeping you alive is no longer available—not because of a shortage or a natural disaster, but due to a policy change thousands of miles away. This is the stark reality for millions following the recent dismantling of the United States Agency...
Lyme disease is a bacterial infection caused by Borrelia burgdorferi, spread through the bite of infected black-legged ticks. It’s one of those sneaky illnesses that can start with flu-like symptoms—fever, fatigue, headache—making it easy to overlook, especially when a telltale rash doesn’t appear. But if not treated early, Lyme...
When reality star Brittany Cartwright and ex-husband Jax Taylor revealed their son Cruz’s autism diagnosis, they began a deeply personal journey that many parents face but rarely talk about. At just 3 years old, Cruz was diagnosed after a period of regressing in speech, a moment that changed the...
Every year on March 31, communities across the United States come together to celebrate César Chávez Day, honoring the life and enduring legacy of a man who dedicated himself to advocating for the rights of farmworkers. While this day is a state holiday in several regions, its significance resonates...
Cecile Richards, a prominent advocate for women's rights and former president of Planned Parenthood, passed away on January 20, 2025, at the age of 67, after a battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer.
“This morning our beloved Cecile passed away at home, surrounded by her family and...
