Trump Administration Sued Over Removal of Public Health Data Websites
2025-02-04
Reuters
A medical advocacy group, Doctors for America, has filed a lawsuit against major US health agencies for suddenly removing websites containing crucial public health information. The move came in response to an executive order by President Donald Trump targeting 'gender ideology extremism'. The removal of these websites has sparked concerns over access to health data and information, particularly for marginalized communities. The lawsuit aims to restore the removed websites and ensure the public's right to access vital health information. With the issue of healthcare transparency and digital health inclusion at stake, the case is being closely watched. Popular health topics like health equity and public health policy are also being impacted.
