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Power Struggle at FDA: Who's in Charge?

November 22, 2025

The White House and the FDA are at odds over a staffing decision. The FDA's top boss, Marty Makary, wanted to promote Sanjula Jain-Nagpal, a policy expert. But the White House had other plans. They asked for her resignation. Makary wasn't happy about it. He pushed back. But the White House didn't ba

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Who's In Charge of Your Shots Now?

June 17, 2025

The U. S. vaccine program just got a major shake-up. Seventeen experts who advised on vaccines were suddenly let go. They believe this move has weakened the program. These experts had been part of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, or ACIP. Their job was to look at the safety and effe

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The Vaccine Controversy: HHS's Unclear Stance

June 14, 2025

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has been under fire for a document sent to Congress. This document was meant to back up Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. 's decision to change U. S. policy on COVID-19 vaccines. The problem is, the document is full of shaky science and misleading info

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Who's in Charge? The CDC's Leadership Mess

June 6, 2025

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a major player in public health, is currently in a bit of a pickle. The agency, which usually calls the shots on vaccines and disease monitoring, is missing a permanent leader. This isn't just a small hiccup; it's a significant issue that could a

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Health Secretary's Promises vs. Reality for Native Americans

June 2, 2025

The landscape of Window Rock, Arizona, is a mix of tan and deep-red hues, dotted with homes and juniper trees. This is where Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren stood with Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. They were discussing the health needs of the Navajo people. Nygren want

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Pfizer's CEO Speaks Out on Vaccine Controversy

June 2, 2025

The US Department of Health and Human Services recently made a bold move. They ended a contract with Moderna. The contract was for developing an mRNA vaccine for bird flu. The reason given was that mRNA technology is not well-tested. This decision sparked a response from Pfizer's CEO, Dr. Albert Bou

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The Shift in Covid Vaccine Advice: What's the Deal?

May 29, 2025

The health world is buzzing with controversy after a major change in Covid-19 vaccine recommendations. The Health and Human Services Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , has decided to stop advising routine Covid-19 shots for healthy kids and pregnant women. This move has sparked a lot of debate and c

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Health Chief's Controversial Move Sparks Worry

May 29, 2025

The recent actions of the new head of the Department of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , have sparked significant concern among public health experts. His decision to overrule longstanding procedures has raised eyebrows and alarm bells. Kennedy Jr. announced that the Centers for Di

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Swimming in Trouble: The Surprising Choice of a Health Official

May 14, 2025

The recent Mother's Day outing of a prominent health official and his family has sparked quite a stir. The outing involved a swim in a creek known for its pollution. The creek is located in Washington, D. C. , and is infamous for its high levels of bacteria and other harmful pathogens. The Nation

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Kennedy's Health Agenda: What's Next for the New Secretary?

May 14, 2025

The new health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , is gearing up for his first big test in the Senate. This will not be a walk in the park. He has a lot to prove, especially to those who have doubts about his views on vaccines. Kennedy has been in the job for a few months now, and his actions have al