The executive order isn’t expected to drastically change vaccine policy. But experts say the president might be placating a coalition of mothers who helped him get back into office.

“Intentionally or not, Trump is adding weight to this burden that women are already carrying as family health managers."

Experts say women and people of color are often tapped to lead during crises. Erica Schwartz inherits a CDC reshaped by political battles over science and vaccines.

Some previous outbreaks have been linked to berries, which may have parents fretting over how to handle their toddlers' bottomless appetites for the fruit.

New data data shows the resurgence is being fueled by falling childhood vaccination rates, misinformation and outbreaks concentrated among unvaccinated people.

Abortion opponents are facing an uphill battle to defund them again, while Planned Parenthood is pushing to make it a midterm issue.

A viral photo from July 4 captured an unidentified Black woman’s composure amid a sea of masked white men — and became a mirror for our democracy at 250.

After the Supreme Court’s recent Voting Rights Act decision, Southern states are redrawing their voting maps to dilute Black political power. Alabama’s Anneshia Hardy said ‘our ancestors left us a blu...

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Why does the federal Momnibus now only say 'Black' one time? The answer depends on who you ask.

Mailed prescriptions have allowed people living in states with bans to continue getting abortions, contributing to an increase in abortions since the fall of Roe.

They are taking on debt, cutting back on personal medical care, delaying rent payments and skipping meals so their kids can eat. Federal cuts are poised to make things worse.

“People didn’t send us here to draw racist maps, they sent us here to figure out how to fix the roads ... and lower our grocery prices," Tennessee state Sen. Charlane Oliver said.

Several Republicans expressed concern about Casey Means’ answers during a confirmation hearing where she was asked about topics including routine childhood vaccines.

In a scathing dissent, Justice Elena Kagan said the court's conservative majority has completed its "demolition" of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

Most pediatricians support childhood vaccinations. Here’s why they’re seeing unvaccinated kids anyway.

Confusion, litigation and the threat of wage garnishment under Trump have left millions of teachers, nurses and other public service workers with few options and little hope.

They didn’t know each other at the beginning of the year. Now these medical professionals text daily in their effort to advocate for the well-being of migrant children.

They didn’t know each other at the beginning of the year. Now these medical professionals text daily in their effort to advocate for the well-being of migrant children.

Difficult budget decisions in a number of states are threatening vital programs for disabled people at home and caregivers in the workforce.

With immigration enforcement keeping kids from class, educators are going beyond the curriculum — driving students to school, delivering groceries and even paying rent to support vulnerable families.

Exposure to chemical irritants can cause chest tightness, coughing and shortness of breath. For kids, there’s more potential for serious side effects.

Dr. Annie Andrews is running for Lindsey Graham's Senate seat. She's one of several doctors seeking office during an election midterm year where health care issues are front and center.

As a growing number of states weaken childhood immunization requirements, physicians fear many families will miss critical wellness checks.

Medicaid patients can’t use their insurance at Planned Parenthood, unless their state covers it. This is a major setback for trans health care.

School pickups, diaper runs and mutual aid funds are central to how many Minnesotans are challenging the militarization of their state.

Moms in Minneapolis are donating diapers, food and time to help families who have been ripped apart by ICE.

Nurses have advocated for better working conditions for years. Pretti’s death elevated the ongoing challenges for a profession that is increasingly in the crosshairs of immigration enforcement.

In Springfield, faith-based coalitions are creating emergency hubs to care for children — and churches are preparing for their sanctuaries to be breached.

Parents are stepping in to be volunteer teachers or shuttle providers to work to protect an immigrant workforce.

After the expiration of ACA subsidies, soaring health care costs have forced some to dip into savings, take on second jobs or go without coverage.

The kind-hearted ICU nurse shot by federal agents was my childhood best friend.

The Affordable Care Act offered a practical pathway for more women to become self-employed. As a critical enrollment deadline expires with no subsidies, that could collapse.

The killing of Renee Nicole Good — and the viral video that followed — underscores the forceful tactics long used against marginalized women.

Officials say not much will change. Experts aren't so sure.

Comparing the United States’ childhood vaccine schedule to other countries doesn't consider the lack of universal health care, vaccine experts say.

Children’s health is the most immediate challenge amid an exposure, but parents are grappling with tough choices and quarantines.

A new analysis shows that increased immigration enforcement is reducing labor in the child care workforce. The ripple effect is impacting mothers with young children.

Researchers have been examining ways to increase breastfeeding rates for years. They warn it will take structural reform and funding.

A series of recommended shots that health providers administer to children as they age has been a recent target of President Donald Trump and his administration.

Parents appear to be able to continue to get the hep B vaccine for their kids, but this major shakeup could cause confusion among families and logistical barriers for health providers.

Parents appear to be able to continue to get the hep B vaccine for their kids, but the move could cause confusion among families and logistical barriers for health providers.

The first shot in the multi-dose vaccine has been recommended at birth for decades, but that could soon change.

The worry over long-term access to food collides with the reality that children and their families face detrimental health effects when they experience food insecurity.

Lawmakers didn’t go into the statehouse to make money. But they also don’t want to be put in a situation where they have to struggle.