Environment and Health
Immigrants Aren’t the Emergency
Communities like mine, in small-town Michigan, are told to blame immigrants when unchecked capitalism hurts us. We don’t buy it.
Marijuana Can Help Fight Opioid Abuse
A huge pile of data shows that medical cannabis helps people reduce or eliminate opioid use for chronic pain.
The Kids Might Save Us All
For years, I’ve been fighting to save the planet for my son’s generation. Now they’re fighting for themselves.
People Who Seek Mental Health Treatment Should Be Applauded
If you’re getting help, be proud of yourself. If someone you love is, support them.
Imagine Being Homeless During the Polar Vortex
While the president chased after his wall, the real national emergency was people dying in extreme weather.
My Patients’ Health Depends on Addressing Climate Change
Climate change is going to put incredible stress on our already overburdened health system. We need to prepare now.
Extreme Wealth Threatens Our Very Planet
Millions of years ago, life on Earth survived an existential climate crisis. But that Earth had a distinct advantage: no rich people.
Hollywood’s Fat Shaming Is Getting Old
In real life, people of all shapes, sizes, and colors are the romantic leads in their own lives.
This EPA Rule Change Could Kill Thousands
Mercury regulations save 11,000 lives each year. Now, the EPA wants to weaken them.
Democratic Leaders Failed Their First Big Test on Climate
Kicking the can down the road appears to be a bipartisan sport in Washington.