Don’t Push Russia’s Bad Deal on Ukraine

Ukraine’s sovereignty, security and democracy should all be nonnegotiable. A strong Ukraine is critical to the security of the United States and Europe. Mr. Putin, who has been charged by the International Criminal Court with war crimes, should not be rewarded with the proposed concessions — no matter what Donald Trump thinks might earn him that Nobel Peace Prize he has coveted since regaining the White House.

The Slow, Painful Degradation of America's Once World-class Public Health System

The Slow, Painful Degradation of America's Once World-class Public Health System

The degradation of the hard-earned world recognition of America's medical science and public health expertise goes far beyond what RFK, Jr. alone represents. It is about the wide-scale dismissal of NIH scientists, the attacks on university-based research, the withdrawal of the U.S. from WHO, and the elimination of USAID.

How many measles deaths will it take for RFK Jr. to step down?

How many measles deaths will it take for RFK Jr. to step down?

The U.S. is facing a growing measles crisis, with dangerous “treatments” like cod liver oil being promoted. Plus, massive cuts to HHS and NIH, the resignation of a senior FDA vaccine researcher, and the U.S. withdrawal from the WHO — all represent a disaster for our public health system.

The A.M.A. is Inexplicably M.I.A.

The A.M.A. is Inexplicably M.I.A.

So with all that we know about Mr. Kennedy’s truly outlandish ideas, it’s particularly surprising that we have heard nary a word from the A.M.A that should be strongly and publicly opposing Mr. Kennedy’s nomination. Now is their time to protect the nation’s health — not just the special interests of their members.

LA Fire Disaster: Protecting Children in Physical and Psychological Harm’s Way

LA Fire Disaster: Protecting Children in Physical and Psychological Harm’s Way

The massive fire catastrophe in LA will be remembered as one of the most devastating disasters in modern U.S. history. Having worked on the prevention of, response to, and recovery from megadisasters for many years, I have watched how the devastation of such events impacts communities and people, especially people with important vulnerabilities like chronic illnesses, mobility challenges, and other conditions, including people who are economically fragile.