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In a move that has alarmed public health experts and advocacy groups, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has taken down several websites and datasets related to HIV, LGBTQ health, and youth behavior. The removal comes in compliance with executive orders from President Donald Trump, which direct federal agencies to eliminate diversity, equity,…
The groundbreaking non-opioid painkiller has recently been launched on the market. It holds much promise for patients seeking relief without risking their lives due to the potential of traditional pain medications. Although preliminary results have been encouraging, experts warn that accessibility could be challenging. The drug, developed by Vertex Pharmaceuticals, showed expected levels of pain…
Suzetrigine, a non-opioid pharmaceutical intended to stop pain at its source, has been approved by the FDA for the first time in 25 years. Since there is no chance of addiction like there is with opioids, it is a hopeful substitute for millions of people who suffer from severe pain. The U.S. Food and Drug…
In a controversial move, the Trump administration has halted the publication of critical studies on the bird flu, alarming public health officials. The reports, prepared by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), were designed to shed light on how the virus is spreading among livestock veterinarians and whether infected workers may have passed…
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s confirmation hearing for Health and Human Services Secretary is set to be highly contentious, with his history of vaccine skepticism, conspiracy theories, and shifting stances on abortion coming under scrutiny. While Republicans push for clarity on policy positions, Democrats challenge his past claims on public health and federal agencies. Robert F….
Deep rifts in public trust in government officials and health agencies are shown by a recent poll as Robert F. Kennedy Jr. gets ready for his confirmation hearings as the nominee for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Public opinion is being shaped by political affiliations and vaccine skepticism, underscoring a rising crisis…
Medicaid agencies, health centers, and early education programs were briefly unable to access vital funding due to an unexpected breakdown in the federal payment system. There is still uncertainty and worry despite the White House’s assertion that no payments were interrupted, as groups raise concerns about possible long-term repercussions for social services and healthcare. Many…
Not all cases of postpartum depression are “mom things.” Deep emotional distress following the birth of their kid can also be experienced by new fathers. Experts discuss the signs, causes, and significance of awareness as research indicates that almost 10% of fathers suffer from this frequently disregarded illness. Although many people view the birth of…
A week of confusion at the National Institutes of Health disrupted critical research due to a communication pause under the Trump administration. A new memo now allows partial resumption of purchasing, easing concerns for researchers struggling to maintain clinical trials and studies. For researchers at the National Institutes of Health, or NIH, it was a…
According to a recent survey, half of American adults now think that moderate drinking is bad for your health, which is a big change from 20 years ago. Studies and experts weigh in on the possible advantages and disadvantages of alcohol use as dietary recommendations are being reviewed. America is witnessing a subtle but profound…
