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Environment & Climate
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Social isolation could be a factor in why more older men are dying from extreme heat
U.S. men, who are less likely to have social networks or ask for help, are proving to be more vulnerable to heat-related deaths than women.
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Wildfire smoke is a health risk for pregnant people — both physically and mentally
As the West’s wildfire season worsens, a new Human Rights Watch report urges policymakers to address the toll it's taking on pregnancy and birth outcomes.
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Why environmental justice leaders see an ally in Kamala Harris
Over 350 environmental justice advocates, policy makers and politicians endorsed Harris last week, citing her “bold leadership” to fight climate change.
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Extreme heat is making schools hotter — and learning harder
Rising temperatures mean dehydrated, exhausted kids, and teachers who have to focus on heat safety instead of instruction.
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A Biden rule on heat safety at work could take years — but if you're pregnant, you're already protected
New regulations likely won’t be implemented until 2026, but the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act already covers some employees.
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Black women say an Amtrak project threatens their Baltimore neighborhood’s homes — and children
Residents have worked hard to revive historic Reservoir Hill. A federally funded railroad project could jeopardize their progress and their health, according to a civil rights complaint.
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Angry birders: The union representing Audubon Society workers is pushing for equal pay for women
As part of ongoing contract negotiations, the Bird Union (yes, that’s its real name) is calling for raises, pay parity and more parental leave.
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‘How did we miss this for so long?’: The link between extreme heat and preterm birth
Heat waves are making pregnancy more dangerous and exacerbating existing maternal health disparities.
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Four lost pregnancies. Five weeks of IVF injections. One storm.
A couple spent years and tens of thousands of dollars trying to have a baby. Then Hurricane Ian hit.
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‘People are going to die this summer’: Advocacy groups join Texas lawsuit over excessive heat in prisons
Women often enter prisons and jails with high rates of chronic illness and mental health concerns that can be exacerbated by life-threatening temperatures.