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People of color face disproportionately higher risk of cancer from environmental toxins, new study finds
February 20, 2024 | Prism
A new report seeks to mitigate the risk of cancer in medically underserved cancer care communities as part of President Joe Biden’s Cancer Moonshot initiative
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California will ban sale of new diesel trucks by 2036
May 17, 2023 | Prism
The new rule seeks to accelerate large-scale vehicle electrification in an effort to protect the environment and public health
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Millions to lose Medicaid access as Covid-19 enrollment ends
March 23, 2023 | Prism
The continuous enrollment provision allowed people to remain covered throughout the COVID-19 pandemic
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Atlanta Medical Center next in series of nationwide hospital closures
October 11, 2022 | Prism
Community members mourn Wellstar’s decision to close AMC, leaving patients and staff struggling to transition
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Former foster youth praise Biden’s student debt relief plan
September 8, 2022 | Prism
Forgiving up to $20,000 per borrower could mean a fresh start for former foster youth
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California becomes first state to implement Universal Meal Program
July 12, 2022 | Prism
Catalyzed by the pandemic, California and Maine are paving the way toward greater food justice (republished on Daily Kos and Truthout)