After reviewing a ruling which would have required women to bury or cremate fetal remains, a federal judge made the decision to block it indefinitely. Sign this petition to thank this judge for supporting women’s rights.
After Texas sent a letter to Planned Parenthood to say that the state would no longer allow the organization to receive Medicaid funds, a district judge stepped in to block the effort. Sign this petition to applaud the efforts that led to this victory for women’s rights.
A life-saving plant was slated to be banned by the Drug Enforcement Administration, despite hundreds of years of medicinal use. The plan was widely opposed, and the DEA has responded by giving the herb a reprieve pending research and an official public comment period. Applaud the decision to listen to the needs of the people and reconsider the misguided ban.
The U.N. has finally claimed responsibility for its role in a cholera outbreak that started in Haiti after the 2010 earthquake and has recently seen an alarming acceleration after Hurricane Matthew. Applaud the organization for taking responsibility and sending aid to combat the outbreak.
Planned Parenthood in Arkansas was saved from defunding after a federal judge ruled that the state must continue to provide the organization with money. Applaud the decision to preserve this important women’s health organization.
Family planning and health care for people nationwide will be saved thanks to a new rule proposed by the Obama administration. Commend this rule and the protection of affordable health care clinics across the country.
After increasing the price of EpiPens to unaffordable levels, the company behind the life-saving drug has agreed to offer copay vouchers and produce a generic option. Thank the company for taking steps to protect the lives of people with severe allergies.
Mental health care will receive a sorely-needed upgrade thanks to a new bill passed by the House. Applaud this progressive legislation for addressing a growing problem in America and providing assistance to thousands of mental health patients.
Ohio became the 25th state to legalize medical marijuana, meaning millions of Americans can now receive much-needed treatment from the drug. Applaud the passage of this progressive new law.
Medical marijuana is now legal in Victoria, Australia thanks to progressive efforts by the state’s government. Thank the Victorian Premier for his government’s commitment to protecting and ensuring the health of its citizens.
The National Football League has admitted that its players are at risk of life-threatening brain injuries. Commend the league official who acknowledged this important health concern.
A group of doctors has discovered a possible cure for cancer. They have found that they can use a person’s own immune system to kill off cancerous cells at their core and stop them spreading throughout the body. Sign this petition to applaud the efforts of the team.
Sickle cell disease can cut young lives short, but with the right medical treatment children diagnosed with this dangerous illness can still thrive. Support giving sickle cell patients the help they need.
After years of waiting, nearly $200 million has been promised for the cleanup of lead contamination in a Los Angeles neighborhood. Thank California’s governor for expediting the cleanup of these toxins.
The Food and Drug Administration has decided to test foodstuffs for a potentially harmful chemical, glyphosate. Applaud this decision to protect the health and safety of Americans.
The right to choose a safe abortion is coming under attack nationwide. Fight back against politicians who want to control women’s choices about their own bodies and health.
Women in Oregon now have over-the-counter access to birth control. This monumental law strengthens the argument for women’s healthcare and basic rights. Sign this petition to show your support for this decision.
Sales of sweetened drinks in Mexico have fallen by 12 percent after a 20 percent tax was added. Praise the successful initiative for encouraging citizens to make healthier choices.
Over 30,000 9/11 first responders suffer from illnesses caused by their presence at ground zero. A new law will finally give them the health coverage that they deserve. Praise Congress for passing a long-term health plan to save our first responders.
After a boy who suffers from Asperger’s syndrome was almost forced to give up his therapy pig because of zoning laws, it was ruled the boy would be allowed to keep his best friend at his side. Thank city officials for allowing Julian and his pig to remain a pair.
Tens of millions of people are affected by Alzheimer’s disease, a deadly terminal illness that is now the most expensive disease in the U.S. Help eliminate Alzheimer’s for good.
The recent measles outbreak is the worst in the United States in the past 20 years. Demand that parents be required to vaccinate their children against this dangerous but preventable infection before they enter public school.
