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U.S. Soft Power: Next Steps After the Foreign Aid Withdrawal

A former White House official on the future of advancing strategic interests while saving lives and growing economies

Tracking the Progress of "Make America Healthy Again"

A report card for the Trump administration's health agenda based on confirmation hearings and actions taken to date

Poverty

American Indian Vaccination Gaps Amid Measles Outbreak

A Pascua Yaqui-Yavapai Apache physician explains what vaccination gaps mean for American Indians during the outbreak

Trade

The Hidden Health Penalty of Seafood Tariffs

President Donald Trump's tariffs will raise seafood prices, which could undermine cardiovascular health

Poverty

Why the World Needs Africa to Be Healthy

A firsthand account of HIV exposure explains how gutting aid to Africa will create global ripple effects

Trade

U.S. Retreat from Gavi Cedes Influence to China's Vaccine Suppliers

The loss of U.S. funding could leave Gavi with three options to downsize its operations

Governance

Africa's Quiet Response to U.S. Realignment of Foreign Aid

Characterizing the end of U.S. aid as a catalyst allows African politicians to emphasize their readiness for a new era

Governance

PEPFAR Misses Reauthorization Deadline: What's Next for Global HIV Fight?

The expiration of PEPFAR's authorization could mark a pivotal shift in the HIV/AIDS response

Governance

The United States Risks Losing Its Edge in Life Sciences Innovation

China's life sciences sector benefits from streamlined regulations, proactive government policies, and strategic focus

Governance

RFK Could Prevent a Bird Flu Pandemic—By Embracing His Environmentalist Roots

Three steps Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. could take to strengthen the U.S. Department of Agriculture's recent bird flu plan

Governance

H5N1 Demands Coordination, Not Confusion

Public health and politics should work together to restore trust and ensure a cohesive response to bird flu

Food

U.S. Egg Prices See Largest Jump Since 1980 as Bird Flu Outbreaks Continue

A new version of H5N1 influenza continues to pound poultry, but price relief could be on the way

Trade

The USAID "Lifesaving" Waiver Is a Mirage Without Sufficient Staffing

The State Department's humanitarian waiver is essential but falls woefully short of ensuring patients receive medicines

Governance

U.S. WHO Exit Could Expand China's Influence

Donald Trump's executive order could inadvertently pave the way for China to reshape global health governance