Obesity Drugs to Be Covered by Medicare and Medicaid Under Biden Administration Proposal

Obesity Drugs to Be Covered by Medicare and Medicaid Under Biden Administration Proposal

By Staff Writer | Editorial credit: Marc Bruxelle / shutterstock.com  In a significant move to address the growing obesity crisis in the United States, the Biden administration has unveiled a proposal that would allow Medicare and Medicaid to cover weight-loss medications. This historic policy change aims to improve access to life-changing treatments for millions of […]

Strengthening Protections for Vulnerable Communities in NYC

Strengthening Protections for Vulnerable Communities in NYC

By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial Credit: shu2260 / shutterstock.com  New York City, a global symbol of resilience and opportunity, faces deep-rooted challenges in addressing the needs of its vulnerable communities. Amid growing economic inequality, housing insecurity, and healthcare disparities, low-income families, immigrants, elderly residents, and others face systemic barriers to stability and prosperity. Addressing […]