Five on Friday: Childhood Vaccines, Cyclospora, and More in Migrant Health

We’re already entering the last weeks of summer! Before you head to a weekend BBQ or pool party, why not read up on the latest and greatest in migrant health? Here is the new edition of Five on Friday, our selection of reads and views you may have missed, recommended by MCN staff.

Laz shared this Newsweek article, that reports that AHIP’s member plans will continue covering routine vaccines through 2027.

Link: Health Insurers Are Saving Children From MAHA

Claire forwarded on this KFF Health News article, with direct quotes from health care providers in Utah.

Link: ‘The Child Is Terrified’: Doctors on the Front Lines of a Measles Comeback Speak Out

Cyclosporiasis -- it’s more complicated than just an outbreak, as is shown in this Grist article by Frida Garzo. (Be sure to watch our webinar from earlier this week to get the full scoop on cyclosporiasis and migrant & immigrant worker health.)

Link: 4 Things to Know about Cyclospora and Climate Change

Amy forwarded United Farm Workers Foundation’s new survey of farmworkers, with stark findings that have grave implications on health, as reported out by Michael Sainato at the Guardian: “92% of farm workers said that raids and deportations have affected their employment, while 90% said they worry about family separation. Fears are widespread and have affected their everyday lives: 61% said they are shopping less and 29% say they are not seeking medical attention for fear of immigration enforcement.”

Link: New Survey Reveals Fears of US Farm Workers amid Trump’s Immigration Raids

Weekly Win: A judge ruled for a second time that EPA must release environmental and climate justice funds aiming to help communities address problems like air pollution and extreme heat, as reported by Lauren Dalban in this Inside Climate News article.

Link: Federal Judge Orders EPA to Administer Environmental Justice Grants