Public health

Public health

Over three million children died from antibiotic-resistant infections in 2022, highlighting the urgent need for strategies to combat antimicrobial resistance.

Significant US funding cuts could lead to 25 million deaths globally over the next 15 years, emphasizing the importance of ongoing financial support for health initiatives.

US support for global HIV treatment severely decreased, risking millions of lives due to halted programs.

PEPFAR is crucial for global health, financing 70% of the HIV/AIDS response.

The 78th World Health Assembly should prioritize chronic kidney disease amidst ongoing global health crises.

WHO has agreed on a legally binding treaty to improve global pandemic response and cooperation.

Global outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases are surging due to funding cuts and decreased vaccination efforts amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

Declining childhood immunization rates may lead to a resurgence of measles in the U.S. within 25 years if current trends continue.

The U.S. may see a resurgence of measles due to policy changes and misinformation.

Experts warn that without intervention, large outbreaks could become common.

The CDC acknowledges underreporting of measles cases amid a record outbreak, complicating efforts to control the situation.

Declining vaccination rates could lead to a resurgence of diseases like measles, potentially returning to endemic levels in the U.S. within two decades.

Measles is resurging in the U.S. 25 years after being declared eliminated, particularly affecting West Texas and New Mexico.

Lower vaccination rates lead to faster and wider disease spread, while higher rates ensure better containment.

Climate change threatens rice production through increased inorganic arsenic levels, posing risks to health for rice consumers by 2050.

The FDA's suspension of milk quality oversight coincides with increasing advocacy for raw milk despite public health warnings about its dangers.

Ultra-processed food consumption significantly increases early death risk, with a 10% increase raising the risk by 3% per study.

Sugary drinks contribute to gut microbiome changes and increased diabetes risk in Hispanic or Latino populations.

Chronic disease burden poses an existential threat, necessitating action through nutrition and lifestyle.

Elimination of health programs risks addressing major public health issues.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. promotes nutrition and lifestyle as disease combat tools during his 'Make America Healthy Again' tour.

Federal health websites' credibility is in jeopardy after alterations and outages, impacting public trust.

Trust in public health institutions is declining, raising concerns over reliance on social media for health information.

School closures and COVID protocols failed to demonstrate effectiveness and caused lasting societal harm, according to experts.

The U.S. saw a nearly 28% increase in pregnancy-related deaths from 2018 to 2022, with significant disparities across states and demographics.

The Biden administration's ending of pandemic measures leads to significant public health and safety challenges.

A key meeting of a vaccine advisory committee raised concerns about possible shifts toward risk-based vaccination recommendations under new leadership.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s actions as health secretary undermine vaccine confidence, contradicting his confirmation hearings stance.

The US has the highest pregnancy-related death rate among high-income countries, rising by 28% in five years.

The Trump administration is dismantling crucial HIV defense initiatives, posing risks to treatment and prevention efforts.

Key research networks and resources for HIV prevention and study are being terminated.

Boim's wrongful termination from the CDC sparked collective action among fired employees to advocate for public health workers.

Dengue fever cases are rising sharply in the U.S. due to climate change and increased travel.

Political changes have affected the CDC's communication regarding climate-related health issues.

CDC vaccine advisers meet publicly for the first time under Robert F. Kennedy Jr., addressing vaccine policy amid concerns of political interference.

CDC halts plan to assist Texas schools in fighting measles due to staff layoffs and funding issues.

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. emphasizes vaccination as crucial amid a significant measles outbreak in Texas.

Layoffs at the health department impact critical health programs, raising concerns over public safety and regulation.

The FDA is losing experienced personnel, likely compromising its effectiveness in regulating health and safety standards.

Robert F Kennedy Jr claims rising autism rates signify an epidemic caused by environmental toxins, contradicting established health experts' views.

Dr. Peter Marks resigned from the FDA due to pressures to conform to anti-vaccine sentiments under the Trump Administration.

Fluoride exposure during pregnancy may be harmful to women and infants, despite its dental health benefits.

Utah's ban on fluoride in municipal drinking water has sparked national debate about public health and individual freedoms.

Fluoride bans could lead to significant public health issues, particularly for disadvantaged children, as seen in regions that previously stopped water fluoridation.

Vaccination rates in West Texas are critically low, leading to a severe measles outbreak.

To combat outbreaks, increasing vaccination rates is essential for achieving herd immunity.

Funding cuts have weakened immunization programs, contributing to the resurgence of measles outbreaks in West Texas.

Unvaccinated children transition into unvaccinated adults, heightening risks for measles complications.