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Trump Administration Abandons Legal Fight To Bar Undocumented Teens In Federal Custody From Abortions

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services updated its policy Tuesday.

Want To Send Mental Health Support? There’s A Care Package For That

After hiding her emotional health struggles and losing her brother to suicide, entrepreneur Julia Broglie created wellness gift boxes aimed to empower people with knowledge and self-care.

For Isolated Covid-19 Patients Nearing The End, Creating A Final Connection

Six women and a doctor wanted to help families separated by Covid-19. Now, they’re donating tablets to hospitals across the country.

‘This Gift Offers Validation’: Historically Black Meharry Medical College Plans To Continue Serving Healthcare’s Underserved With The Help Of Its Largest-Ever Grant

Meharry will receive $34 million as part of Michael Bloomberg’s pledge to donate $100 million to four historically Black medical schools over the next four years.

How One Ballet Dancer Is Fighting For Racial Justice In Healthcare

Ingrid Silva, a ballerina of The Dance Theatre of Harlem, had gained national recognition by leading the charge for a line skin-toned ballet shoes for dancers of all races and cultures. Now, she is using the current closing of theaters and performance …

Meet The Forgotten Female Scientist Who Debunked Theories Of Male Superiority

Leta Stetter Hollingworth was a trailblazing psychologist and champion of women’s rights. But a century after the 19th Amendment, equality has a long way to go.

This Iraqi Dentist Is Mapping Tumors And Fighting For Gender Equality

Iraq’s Osamah Ridha Alwash may only be 25 years of age, but he has already helped map tumors across his home province and has also advocated for gender equality during Iraq’s peace-building process. #globalsouthscience

Telehealth Transforms How Women Get Birth Control

Company culture is a make-or-break element of survival during economic crises. Having a strong mission can help get your company through.

Amid 22% Jump In Sales, Clorox Names Female CEO

Linda Rendle will be one of a few women at the helm of a S&P 500 company.

ShareRing Uses Blockchain to Solve Self Sovereign Identity and Proof of Health Simultaneously

A contact tracing app that can increase tourism and travel in a Covid-19 world.