A Supreme Court ruling challenges NIH’s authority, leaving public health research hanging in the balance

The Supreme Court’s partial stay in a case against NIH has left dozens of public health studies in legal limbo. At the center are canceled grants focused on vaccine hesitancy, LGBTQ health and racial disparities; topics critics say were targeted for political reasons.

Louisiana officials waited months to warn public of whooping cough outbreak

When there's an outbreak of a vaccine-preventable disease, state health officials typically take certain steps to alert residents and issue public updates about the growing threat.

Governors form alliance in response to Trump administration's health changes

Amid sweeping changes to the public health system under the Trump administration, a group of governors is setting up an alliance to coordinate public health policies.

What Can You Do With A Public Health Degree?

Forbes Advisor researched some of the best public health career opportunities. We also talked with a public health expert to get tips for working in this diverse field. We provide job descriptions, required education and salary potential for the top public health careers.

Medical community reacts to CDC advisory vote on COVID-19 shots

Dr. Georges Benjamin of the American Public Health Association reacts to the latest recommendation from the CDC advisory panel.

Welcome to the New Era of Covid Vaccine Tourism

...this year, the Trump administration—pandering to anti-vaccine activists—rolled back national access to Covid vaccines for everyone six months and older, falsely claiming that Covid is not a threat to healthy children and adults.

How hurricanes and falling vaccine rates could collide in Florida

Public health experts say diseases are more likely to tear through crowded storm shelters after the state canceled vaccine mandates.

Public Health Expert Explains How Trump's Bill Affects U.S. Health Care System | Sen. Bernie Sanders

APHA’s Dr. Georges Benjamin joined Senator Bernie Sanders for an insightful discussion on the impact of the massive cuts to health care in Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill. 

RFK Jr. & HHS: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO)

John Oliver discusses the budget and staffing cuts being made to public health agencies in the U.S. under RFK Jr.’s new leadership and the many ways those cuts will impact all of us.