A popular weedkiller remains on the market despite its longstanding potential links to Parkinson’s disease. The company behind the product may be directly responsible for enabling the continued proliferation of this possible public health danger. Urge accountability and justice for impacted farmers.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has yielded yet another humanitarian catastrophe after a dam the occupiers are accused of destroying burst. Communities are in immediate danger of sickness and death, and the long-term health consequences could be even greater. Demand the Red Cross stop ignoring its pledges to lend a helping hand in the worst crises.
Soldiers who were not born in America, and yet serve it all the same, are not receiving the healthcare to which they are entitled. Demand leaders stop stalling on giving these military heroes the help they need.
Mental illness is an epidemic among the already-vulnerable homeless population. Demand more investment in behavioral health plans that help, not hurt, these struggling individuals.
Africa is experiencing a concerning outbreak of a highly lethal bleeding virus that has the potential to spread further. Demand the international health community ramp up efforts to find and approve effective vaccines and treatments.
Deficiencies in Medicaid approval are costing millions of older Americans a healthy and more financially stable life. Urge bureaucrats to unwind the red tape and unleash holistic wellness.
Time changes are a medically proven detriment to public health on multiple levels, and now Congress wants to reward the primary cause of this harm—daylight savings time—with permanence. Demand politicians step aside and listen to the experts.
Fungal infections are a hidden and looming threat to public health. Despite this, a fungal disease vaccine has yet to be vetted and approved. Demand the medical world invest in robust protection.
The United Kingdom is arguably facing the biggest public health crisis in its history. Thousands of healthcare professionals have come together for the first time, asking for better pay. Demand an immediate resolution of this serious issue.
A leading developer of the COVID-19 vaccine is about to price millions of Americans out of crucial protection from the deadly virus. Demand Moderna honor its commitments to help, not swindle, the people.
Millions of low-income Americans could lose their only healthcare link if a proposed widespread Medicaid enrollment cut happens on schedule. Demand leaders stop the ticking clock counting down to uncertainty and chaos.
An infection-preventing COVID nasal vaccine long sought after by scientists will soon be on the market in China. However, a lack of funding means this advanced disease-fighting development is not an option in America. Urge leaders to reinvest in ending this still-deadly pandemic.
Mass shootings at colleges and universities started barely 100 years ago and have only been gaining in number. The current plan to address mental health on campuses relies too much on students seeking their own help and does not provide sufficient proactive support. Demand a plan to help schools support student mental health now instead of waiting until the next shooting.
Concussions are the silent assassins of football, causing brain injuries, neurological disorders, and other long term health consequences for players. Urge league leaders to protect their teams with enhanced health protocols.
An elementary school was reportedly contaminated with radioactive waste, putting students at risk of cancers and other debilitating illnesses. Children shouldn’t have to pay the price of apparent carelessness. Urge leaders to do more to contain these public health hazards.
High-fructose corn syrup is known to cause a number of health issues, more-so than regular sugar. Pepsi-Cola briefly experimented with using real sugar in Pepsi and was met with success. Demand this influential brand embrace this healthier alternative.
Out-of-control prescription drug prices will be reined in thanks to significant new Medicare reforms. Applaud this win for Americans burdened by excessive healthcare costs.
Health care for veterans has received a major boost. Soldiers who have fallen ill due to toxic exposure will now have enhanced coverage for their conditions. Laud this win in the battle for better healthcare.
Many healthcare providers have been taking advantage of patients in crisis with surprise medical bills. These unfair practices can send individuals and families into massive, crushing debt. Applaud the legislative push to end balance billing and other destructive forms of surprise billing.
Tainted drinking water and dangerously unregulated wastewater have harmed public health in communities countrywide. United support from Congressional leaders could soon change these fortunes for the better. Applaud needed investments in America’s water infrastructure.
Firefighting foam that contains dangerous, cancer-causing chemicals may soon be phased out, thanks to research done by the United States Air Force. In addition, the Air Force agreed to work with communities contaminated with chemicals and clean them up. Thank the U.S. Air Force for prioritizing the health of firefighters, the public and the environment by working to provide a safer firefighting foam.
The largest oil refinery on the East Coast will be shut down permanently thanks to four years of campaigning by a Philadelphia-based environmental group. This refinery emitted the highest levels of cancer-causing benzene in the country, far exceeding the EPA standard. Praise the environmental group for working to ensure the closure of this harmful oil refinery.
The dangerous and highly controversial pesticide chlorpyrifos will no longer be produced by the largest manufacturer of the chemical, Corteva. This victory comes after years of advocates working to keep this product off the shelves due to its link to brain damage in children. Applaud Corteva for deciding to stop producing chlorpyrifos.
The state at the center of the last major American outbreak has shielded its youngest citizens from the “anti-vaxxer” threat with required vaccinations in public schools. This will mandate vaccinations that combat measles and other dangerous health conditions. Applaud the prioritization of children’s health over unproven, unscientific claims.
The legal smoking age has been raised to 21 in a landmark victory for consumer health and the environment. This will hopefully decrease nicotine and smoking addiction among minors across America. Sign this petition to thank one of the four senators who made this possible.
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