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A Judge’s Stand Against HHS Layoffs: What’s the Real Story?

July 1, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, a federal judge has stepped in to stop the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) from firing thousands of employees. The judge said the layoffs were likely illegal and ordered the Trump administration to freeze all plans to shrink and reorganize the heal

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New Guidelines for Trans Youth Care Spark Debate

May 30, 2025

The US Department of Health and Human Services made waves recently. They sent out a letter asking healthcare providers to update their treatment plans for young people with gender dysphoria. This request came after they released a report on the subject. The report was not a clinical guideline, but t

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The Unexpected U-Turn in Health Services

April 4, 2025

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is backtracking on some of its recent cuts. After laying off 10, 000 employees, Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. revealed that some programs and jobs were terminated by mistake. This news came as a surprise to many, including Erik Svendsen, the direct

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The Unexpected Fallout of a Senator's Support

April 2, 2025

A prominent senator is now under the spotlight after backing a controversial figure for a major health role. This figure is Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , who has been making waves as the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) under the Trump administration. Kennedy's recent mass firings, including t

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Vaccine Skeptic Gets Key Role in Health Department

March 27, 2025

The Department of Health and Human Services has taken a surprising step. They have given a job to someone who has a history of spreading false information about vaccines. This person, David Geier, will look at data related to vaccine safety. Geier has been vocal about his belief that vaccines cause

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Elon Musk's DOGE and Kennedy's Anti-Vaccine Agenda

March 12, 2025

In a recent development, a powerful figure in the White House has given billionaire Elon Musk the green light to make significant changes to federal health agencies. This move has sparked controversy and concern among some cabinet members. Musk's "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE) has been

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Kennedy's Senate Confirmation: A Divisive Path to Health Leadership

February 5, 2025

In a surprising move, the Senate Finance Committee gave a green light to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. 's nomination for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) secretary. This decision came after a heated debate and a series of intense hearings the previous week. Republicans, numbering 1

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Rethink RFK Jr. at HHS: A Serious Look

January 30, 2025

Senator Markey has some serious concerns about President Trump's choice for the next head of Health and Human Services (HHS), Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The HHS is a big deal, affecting everything from our safety to the cost of our healthcare. It's like the captain of a ship, steering us through health c

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Robert Kennedy Jr. 's Money Matters: Debts and Deals Await HHS Nomination

January 26, 2025

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , nominated by President Trump for the Health and Human Services Secretary role, is facing a mix of debt and income as he awaits confirmation. His financial disclosures show he owes millions, including a significant amount on his American Express card and multiple mortgages. Ho

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Health Agencies Take a Break from Updates

January 25, 2025

Some federal health agencies have temporarily stopped sharing certain information, like updates on food outbreaks and flu vaccinations. This pause is part of a wider communication break ordered by the Trump administration. It gives the new team time to set up their own way of sharing important healt