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Talk Money Week: a call to action for public health

Better Health For All

Positive financial wellbeing, the state of ‘feeling secure and in control’ of personal finances, offers the scaffolding to meet the demands of daily life, fulfil personal aspirations and deal with unexpected events. million households reported being unable to afford sufficient food. At the most severe end, 4.2

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Climate and health: Stories to watch in 2025

Association of Health Care Journalists

Coverage must emphasize that past safety strategies may no longer work in todays climate, and highlight actionable steps to reduce carbon emissions within the current political landscape. Food and water insecurity. Journalists need to raise awareness among audiences that food and water availability is a health and climate issue.

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Support on wheels: Mobile center helps meet needs for formerly incarcerated people

NC Health News

Theres even a bathroom and a microwave to heat food. North Carolina leaders on the states Joint Reentry Council have since outlined a strategic plan with steps the state will take by 2030 to reduce obstacles for formerly incarcerated people. Positive affirmations adorn every wall. Roy Cooper signed Executive Order No. 14 for a tour.

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December Policy Updates: Continuing Resolution, Advocacy, and Key Updates for Urban Indian Health

National Council on Urban Indian Health

Bridging Agency Data Gaps and Ensuring Safety (BADGES) for Native Communities Act (S. On December 13, 2024 , NCUIH submitted comments the Social Security Administration (SSA) regarding their Call to Action Plan. What is next? The bill did not pass the Senate and will need to be reintroduced in the next Congress. What is it?:

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What’s coming for 2025? NC Health News reporters look ahead into health policy for the new year.

NC Health News

Food and Drug Administration to revoke the 2000 approval of the abortion pill mifepristone despite decades of data affirming the medications safety. Under state law, counties are responsible for providing secure transportation between hospitals, and in most cases law enforcement officers have been tasked with this role.