Vignesh Ramachandran

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Colorado Moves to Connect Agricultural Workers With Mental Health Resources

Advocates say two bills under consideration could help migrant communities but that more needs to be done.

During In-Flight Emergencies, Sometimes Airlines’ Medical Kits Fall Short

U.S. airlines have response plans for passengers who run into health issues in flight, but planes carry limited and sometimes incomplete medical supplies that can put travelers at risk.

As Politics Infects Public Health, Private Companies Profit

Localities in California and Colorado are contracting with private companies to create their own health departments, spurred by a disregard for regional covid safety mandates.

Only a Smokescreen? Big Tobacco Stands Down as Colorado and Oregon Hike Cigarette Taxes

After spending tens of millions of dollars to oppose past efforts, Altria didn’t oppose Colorado’s tobacco tax initiative and could benefit from the law’s minimum-price provision.