The legal battle surrounding North Dakota’s recent legislation that bans gender-affirming health care for minors has sparked a heated debate. Enacted in 2023, the law criminalizes the provision of treatments such as puberty blockers or hormone therapy to anyone under the age of 18. This trial,
The health and well-being of Arctic Indigenous peoples are under significant threat due to the rapidly changing environment caused by climate change. These communities, including the Inuit, Athabaskan, Gwich’in, and Sami peoples, face unique challenges that require a multi-faceted approach to
In a proactive move that emphasizes both engagement and legal prudence, Algoma Public Health (APH) has altered its partnership status with the Algoma Ontario Health Team (AOHT) from "core" to "collaborative." While this decision allows APH to remain deeply involved without taking on shared legal
During public health emergencies, the interplay between binding laws and non-binding guidance is essential for an effective response. The Covid-19 pandemic highlighted this delicate balance in the UK, prompting a closer examination by the Independent Commission on UK Public Health Emergency Powers.
In 2025, Pennsylvania's legislative landscape is profoundly influenced by a cadre of dedicated government relations professionals who work ardently behind the scenes. These individuals advocate persistently for crucial legislative and policy priorities, spanning diverse sectors like health care,
New York is on the verge of enacting one of the most stringent health privacy laws in the United States, the Health Information Privacy Act (HIPA). This legislation aims to significantly tighten the regulation of health-related data, affecting a wide range of entities and introducing rigorous
