New podcast episode — Public health isn't giving up: What's fueling hope for 2026
Public health was tested again and again last year as infrastructure was dismantled and science was attacked. Despite the setbacks, the public health workforce remains resilient in protecting the nation’s health. The Nation's Health Podcast shares how advocates are continuing the fight. Listen now
Read & share stories from the January 2026 issue of The Nation's Health >>
Highlights
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Securing safe, affordable care for children is a struggle for many. One of the most effective strategies is universal child care, which offers free, quality care for all families.
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Public health data is being cut off during the Trump administration, putting surveillance, research and interventions at risk.
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Recent cuts to federal loans and limits on borrowing could have serious consequences for public health students who want to pursue higher degrees — and the future of the field.
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About 17,000 children in the nation's capital are unable to get enough nutritious food on a regular basis. But inroads are being made.
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Public health professionals are using poetry to shift narratives, express feelings and change opinions.
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Hundreds of thousands of seniors and babies are hospitalized every year because of RSV, a common respiratory disease that can quickly become serious. The good news is vaccines are now available.
Top public health news stories 2025
From threats to public health funding to tackliing textile waste, public health professionals turned to The Nation’s Health in 2025 to stay up on the field. Check out what grabbed their attention and catch up on important stories you may have missed.
Next issue: The February/March 2026 issue of The Nation's Health will be live online Feb. 13.
Special section: Read our section on smart surfaces and urban resilience, sponsored by APHA’s Center for Climate, Health and Equity.
