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What Hasn’t Changed Since Dobbs

Last week marks three years since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.
A constitutional right — gone.
A generation of women — told our bodies are up for debate.
And since June 24, 2022, the attacks haven’t stopped.
But neither have we.

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Pew Research: RFK Jr. Faces More Disapproval Than Support as U.S. Health Secretary

Since taking office in February 2025, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has made headlines — and stirred controversy. A new Pew Research Center survey shows that more Americans disapprove (43%) than approve (36%)of how he’s handling his role. Another 21% say they’re not sure, underscoring public uncertainty around his leadership.

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Origins: The Affordable Care Act

Passed in 2010, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) was a historic step toward healthcare justice in America. For the first time, it made health insurance accessible to millions—especially women, low-income families, freelancers, and contract workers who had been shut out of traditional employer-based coverage.

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Pew Research: How Americans View the World Health Organization

A recent Pew Research Center survey reveals that most Americans continue to support U.S. membership in the World Health Organization (WHO), though with notable partisan divisions. As of April 2024, 58% of Americans believe WHO membership benefits the country, with 25% seeing "a great deal" of benefit and 33% perceiving "a fair amount" of value.

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The CDC’s Journey: Origins, Challenges, and Public Health Triumphs

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has been a cornerstone of public health in the United States since its founding in 1946. Originally established as the Communicable Disease Center, its primary mission was to combat malaria, which posed a significant threat in the southern U.S. at the time. Armed with a small budget and a dedicated team, the CDC focused on controlling mosquito populations and preventing the spread of disease.

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