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US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

RFK Jr. overhauled the CDC's vaccine panel. Here's what it does and why it matters

The recent overhaul of the CDC's vaccine advisory panel raises concerns about the future of vaccination policies and public health.
Public health
fromtime.com
4 days ago

Trump's First Surgeon General: RFK Jr. Purging the CDC Advisory Committee Will Put Lives at Risk

Recent policy changes under Secretary Kennedy have restricted vaccine access and raised concerns for public health.
SF food
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

RFK Jr. says ultra-processed food is a 'genocide' on Native Americans

Ultra-processed foods significantly harm Native American health, leading to shorter lifespans and chronic disease.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 weeks ago

Universal Healthcare is a Right

The New York Health Act aims to guarantee universal healthcare and eliminate financial barriers for all New Yorkers.
Public health
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Says Americans Should Not Take Medical Advice From Him

Kennedy distanced himself from giving medical advice during a congressional hearing despite his past controversial vaccine statements.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

RFK Jr. overhauled the CDC's vaccine panel. Here's what it does and why it matters

The recent overhaul of the CDC's vaccine advisory panel raises concerns about the future of vaccination policies and public health.
Public health
fromtime.com
4 days ago

Trump's First Surgeon General: RFK Jr. Purging the CDC Advisory Committee Will Put Lives at Risk

Recent policy changes under Secretary Kennedy have restricted vaccine access and raised concerns for public health.
SF food
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

RFK Jr. says ultra-processed food is a 'genocide' on Native Americans

Ultra-processed foods significantly harm Native American health, leading to shorter lifespans and chronic disease.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 weeks ago

Universal Healthcare is a Right

The New York Health Act aims to guarantee universal healthcare and eliminate financial barriers for all New Yorkers.
Public health
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Says Americans Should Not Take Medical Advice From Him

Kennedy distanced himself from giving medical advice during a congressional hearing despite his past controversial vaccine statements.
more#public-health
#assisted-dying
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

At least five more MPs have decided to vote against UK assisted dying bill

A number of MPs have shifted from abstaining to voting against the assisted dying bill, raising concerns among its supporters.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

At least five more MPs have decided to vote against UK assisted dying bill

A number of MPs have shifted from abstaining to voting against the assisted dying bill, raising concerns among its supporters.
more#assisted-dying
#fda
fromFuturism
1 day ago
Artificial intelligence

The FDA Is Already Outsourcing Drug and Food Analysis to Error-Plagued AI Chatbot

Alternative medicine
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago

Attorneys general ask FDA to lift restrictions on abortion drug mifepristone

The FDA should eliminate outdated restrictions on mifepristone, as it is safe and effective according to petitioners, including several state attorneys general.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

RFK Jr. says COVID vaccines no longer recommended for healthy children and pregnant women

COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children and pregnant women, according to U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
SF food
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Kennedy has ordered a review of baby formula. Here's what you should know

The U.S. is reevaluating infant formula safety and nutrition for the first time since 1998.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago

Four Democrat-led states ask FDA to remove abortion pill restrictions

Democratic attorneys general are urging the FDA to ease restrictions on mifepristone to improve access to abortion medication.
more#fda
#medicaid
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

A Medicaid Cut in Disguise

Proposed work requirements threaten to strip Medicaid from millions, portraying them as laziness, despite evidence showing only a small percentage are jobless adults.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

A Medicaid Cut in Disguise

Proposed work requirements threaten to strip Medicaid from millions, portraying them as laziness, despite evidence showing only a small percentage are jobless adults.
more#medicaid
Digital life
fromIT Pro
2 days ago

NHS set for huge tech investment boost in latest spending review

The UK government is investing £10 billion in NHS technology to drive digital transformation and improve patient care.
#robert-f-kennedy-jr
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Forget the DEI hires meet Trump's latest WTF hire | Arwa Mahdawi

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. believes his medical opinions, including vaccines, are irrelevant.
Calls for more qualified individuals in US health positions have become urgent.
The nomination of Dr. Casey Means raises concerns about qualifications and experience.
Public health
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Health and Human Services Honcho RFK Jr. Tells Congress He Doesn't Think Anyone Should Take Medical Advice from Me'

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stated that his medical opinions on vaccines should not be taken as advice during a congressional hearing.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

RFK Jr sacks entire US vaccine committee

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. removed all members from the immunization advisory committee to restore public trust in vaccines.
SF parents
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

What RFK Jr. Doesn't Understand About Autism

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s comments on autism illustrate the struggle between empathy and condescension, causing division in the autism community.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Forget the DEI hires meet Trump's latest WTF hire | Arwa Mahdawi

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. believes his medical opinions, including vaccines, are irrelevant.
Calls for more qualified individuals in US health positions have become urgent.
The nomination of Dr. Casey Means raises concerns about qualifications and experience.
Public health
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Health and Human Services Honcho RFK Jr. Tells Congress He Doesn't Think Anyone Should Take Medical Advice from Me'

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stated that his medical opinions on vaccines should not be taken as advice during a congressional hearing.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

RFK Jr sacks entire US vaccine committee

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. removed all members from the immunization advisory committee to restore public trust in vaccines.
SF parents
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

What RFK Jr. Doesn't Understand About Autism

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s comments on autism illustrate the struggle between empathy and condescension, causing division in the autism community.
more#robert-f-kennedy-jr
#trump-administration
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

CDC reinstates fired health workers for coal miners under court order

Federal judge reinstates nearly 200 coal miner health screening workers, emphasizing the importance of the black lung program.
Healthcare
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Trump White House Rescinds Emergency Abortion Care Rule Established by Biden

The Trump administration's new rule change will result in confusion and fear at hospitals regarding abortion services in emergencies.
Healthcare
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

How Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' threatens access to Obamacare

The future of health coverage under the ACA is uncertain due to proposed legislative changes.
Changes could lead to reduced access and affordability of health care for millions.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

CDC reinstates fired health workers for coal miners under court order

Federal judge reinstates nearly 200 coal miner health screening workers, emphasizing the importance of the black lung program.
Healthcare
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Trump White House Rescinds Emergency Abortion Care Rule Established by Biden

The Trump administration's new rule change will result in confusion and fear at hospitals regarding abortion services in emergencies.
Healthcare
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

How Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' threatens access to Obamacare

The future of health coverage under the ACA is uncertain due to proposed legislative changes.
Changes could lead to reduced access and affordability of health care for millions.
more#trump-administration
Mental health
fromNature
5 days ago

Dementia is deadly - the UN needs to take it more seriously

Dementia remains vastly misunderstood and stigmatized globally, with many health professionals misdiagnosing it as a normal part of aging.
#covid-19
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

CDC recommends parents talk to a doctor about getting COVID-19 shots for kids

The CDC no longer recommends routine COVID-19 vaccines for children and pregnant women, shifting to a shared decision-making approach.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 weeks ago

Trump pardons Mark Bashaw, former Army officer who refused covid protocols

Trump pardons former Army officer Mark Bashaw convicted for violating COVID-19 protocols, marking a significant occurrence in military and health policy.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Trump admin no longer recommending COVID vaccine for healthy kids, healthy pregnant women

CDC no longer recommends COVID-19 vaccines for healthy children and pregnant women.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Those Were Trump's Doctors!' CNN's Kaitlan Collins Torpedoes RFK Experts' Complaint

Kaitlan Collins challenged Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s stance on trusting experts during COVID by pointing out they were appointed by Donald Trump.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

CDC recommends parents talk to a doctor about getting COVID-19 shots for kids

The CDC no longer recommends routine COVID-19 vaccines for children and pregnant women, shifting to a shared decision-making approach.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 weeks ago

Trump pardons Mark Bashaw, former Army officer who refused covid protocols

Trump pardons former Army officer Mark Bashaw convicted for violating COVID-19 protocols, marking a significant occurrence in military and health policy.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Trump admin no longer recommending COVID vaccine for healthy kids, healthy pregnant women

CDC no longer recommends COVID-19 vaccines for healthy children and pregnant women.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Those Were Trump's Doctors!' CNN's Kaitlan Collins Torpedoes RFK Experts' Complaint

Kaitlan Collins challenged Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s stance on trusting experts during COVID by pointing out they were appointed by Donald Trump.
more#covid-19
Coronavirus
fromFast Company
5 days ago

MAHA v. Moderna: The COVID vaccine maker is under attack by RFK Jr.'s department of health

Moderna faces heightened scrutiny and challenges under the influence of anti-vaccine sentiments and new leadership in health policy.
#mental-health
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Hope for Transforming U.S. Mental Health Care

Mental health care in the U.S. is marginalized within the broader health care system, highlighting the need for integration and reform.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

RFK Jr.'s MAHA Report Is Rife With Errors' Including at Least Seven Fake Sources

The MAHA Report cited multiple non-existent studies, undermining its credibility.
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago
SF LGBT

Utah Republicans ignore study supporting gender-affirming care for trans youth. It's research they demanded

Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Hope for Transforming U.S. Mental Health Care

Mental health care in the U.S. is marginalized within the broader health care system, highlighting the need for integration and reform.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

RFK Jr.'s MAHA Report Is Rife With Errors' Including at Least Seven Fake Sources

The MAHA Report cited multiple non-existent studies, undermining its credibility.
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago
SF LGBT

Utah Republicans ignore study supporting gender-affirming care for trans youth. It's research they demanded

more#mental-health
Artificial intelligence
fromPoynter
1 week ago

RFK Jr.'s health report shows how AI slips fake studies into research - Poynter

The 'Make America Healthy Again' report contains errors attributed to generative AI, including fake citations and mischaracterized findings.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
4 months ago

Mutterschutz: Germany's plans to extend maternity paid leave following miscarriage

Germany extends Mutterschutz rules to include maternity leave for women suffering miscarriages after the 13th week of pregnancy.
#childrens-health
US news
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

White House health report included fake citations

The report by the Make America Healthy Again Commission cited fictitious studies undermining its credibility and raising concerns about research integrity.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Public health

Key takeaways: RFK Jr's Maha' report on chronic disease in children

The Maha commission report presents controversial views on children's health but neglects key issues like accidents and substance use.
Robert F Kennedy Jr.'s report highlights environmental and dietary factors but omits critical causes of chronic disease and death.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

White House health report included fake citations

The report by the Make America Healthy Again Commission cited fictitious studies undermining its credibility and raising concerns about research integrity.
more#childrens-health
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

White House Dismisses Fake Sources Cited in RFK Jr.'s MAHA Report as Formatting Issues'

Leavitt responded affirmatively about trust in the HHS report, even as concerns emerged about source reliability, stating that formatting issues would be resolved.
US news
Public health
fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago

RFK Jr. calls WHO "moribund" amid US withdrawal; China pledges to give $500M

Kennedy criticizes WHO's alignment with corporate interests and urges for an overhaul, while WHO celebrates the adoption of a global pandemic treaty.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Cross-sex hormones for under 18s could be restricted or banned

Government reviews private prescriptions of cross-sex hormones for minors amid ongoing court rulings and health policies.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

UK government drops healthy eating push after lobbying by ultra-processed food firms

Government guidance promoting healthy food discounts dropped due to lobbying from major food corporations.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Kennedy, defending downsizing, clashes with Democrats in tense hearings

Health Secretary Kennedy distanced himself from making vaccine recommendations amidst significant budget cuts and organization changes within federal health agencies.
DC food
fromEater DC
1 month ago

RFK Jr. Casually Sips Smoothie During Capitol Hill Chaos

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced intense questioning at a congressional hearing, highlighting controversy over his health policy stances.
#drug-pricing
US politics
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Trump wants drug price caps tied to foreign nations. Here's why Biden never did it.

Biden administration dropped drug price cap plans based on foreign countries during earlier negotiations, now revived by Trump’s executive order.
US politics
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Trump wants drug price caps tied to foreign nations. Here's why Biden never did it.

Biden administration dropped drug price cap plans based on foreign countries during earlier negotiations, now revived by Trump’s executive order.
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