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A CDC vaccine panel just voted to change its advice on the MMRV vaccine.
The new guidance would stop recommending MMRV for kids under 4 years old.
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Kraft Heinz will remove all synthetic food dyes from its U.S. products by 2027.
The company vows not to launch new U.S. products with artificial dyes.
Nearly 90% of Kraft Heinz's current products are already free of synthetic colors.
Kraft Heinz, one of the world's largest food companies,...
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Some veterans are worried about being denied healthcare due to new rules from a Trump-era executive order.
The rules now allow healthcare workers to refuse care based on personal beliefs, except for race, religion, sex, and other protected categories.
The VA says these changes won’t affect veterans’...
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A new GOP budget bill cuts hundreds of billions from Medicaid and Medicare.
The Senate’s version is even harsher than the House’s proposal.
The bill raises the debt ceiling by $5 trillion.
It makes President Trump’s tax cuts for the wealthy permanent.
New rules make it harder...
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14-year-old William Hand died within 48 hours of falling ill with meningococcal septicemia, underscoring the infection’s speed.
Neisseria meningitidis spreads through saliva and shared items (cups, water bottles, mics), making rehearsal rooms and on-set craft tables potential hot spots.
Early warning signs—high fever, severe headache, nausea, light...
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A Texas hospital failed to properly treat a woman with an ectopic pregnancy, leading to serious health complications.
The CMS investigation found that the hospital did not follow its own protocols, leading to a misdiagnosis.
The hospital’s failure to screen and diagnose correctly resulted in the patient...
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The American Medical Association (AMA) reaffirmed its opposition to euthanasia and assisted suicide during its annual meeting.
The AMA’s stance remains unchanged since 2023, despite debates about the issue.
The organization believes that doctors should focus on healing, not ending lives.
Advocacy groups praised the decision, emphasizing...
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The average age for first-time moms in the U.S. has reached nearly 30.
From 2016 to 2023, this age rose by 0.9 years, from 26.6 to 27.5.
Asian women saw the largest increase in age at first birth.
The average age of first-time mothers in the U.S. has...
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SNAP benefits can no longer buy soda, sugary drinks, or candy in some states.
Millions of families will be impacted by this change.
Arkansas, Idaho, and Utah are the latest states to restrict these purchases.
Similar rules are already in place in Nebraska, Iowa, and Indiana.
What’s Happening?
The...
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Over 500,000 legal immigrants face losing their protected status.
30,000 healthcare workers from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela risk deportation.
Potential severe impact on elderly care and increased disease rates.
Healthcare sector fears workforce shortages and compromised services.
The Trump administration's plan to remove protections for over half...
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is rehiring 450 employees who were part of recent layoffs.
These employees will work in four key areas: environmental health, global health, HIV and infectious diseases, and emergency response.
The rehiring aims to rebuild the agency's workforce and improve...
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Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fires all 17 members of the CDC’s vaccine advisory committee.
Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA) faces criticism for confirming Kennedy, who promised not to make such changes.
Critics accuse Kennedy of breaking his word, sparking concerns about public trust in vaccines.
Cassidy...
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Étienne-Émile Baulieu, the inventor of the abortion pill RU-486, has died at 98.
The abortion pill has been used by millions of women worldwide, sparking debates over freedom, health, and ethics.
Baulieu’s legacy is praised by some for advancing women’s rights but criticized by others for its...
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An Army pilot faced reprimand for hesitating over the COVID-19 vaccine.
Despite vaccination, the pilot is denied promotion and faces possible military separation.
The situation highlights tension between personal choice and military orders.
Army Pilot Denied Promotion Despite COVID Vaccine
Imagine working hard for a promotion, only to be...
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More screen time can lead to behavior problems in young children.
Kids under 10½ are most affected by excessive screen use.
Parents should monitor and limit screen time to support healthy development.
Is Screen Time Affecting Your Child’s Behavior?
Do you notice your child getting more aggressive or emotional...
New Study Reveals Truth About Puberty Blockers and Mental Health
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A National Institutes of Health (NIH) study found no significant improvement in depression symptoms in transgender adolescents using puberty blockers.
The study was suppressed for years, sparking a congressional investigation.
Promoters of transgender treatments claim these interventions are...
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1,168 measles cases confirmed in 33 states.
Cases have quadrupled compared to 2023.
Approaching a 30-year high.
This is a developing story—check back for updates.
Measles cases in the U.S. have skyrocketed. As of late, 1,168 cases have been reported in 33 states. This number...
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90 million eligible voters didn’t cast ballots in the 2024 election.
Loneliness and social isolation are linked to low voter turnout.
Gen Z, despite being highly connected online, feels lonely and disconnected.
A new film explores the struggles of loneliness and the power of human connection.
A Divided...
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The CDC lacks a clear leader six months into Trump's second term.
Decisions bypass usual channels, going directly to Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Employees are confused about leadership, affecting morale and operations.
The CDC is battling threats from respiratory viruses and foodborne illnesses without strong...
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Two Chinese citizens charged with smuggling a dangerous fungus into the U.S.
The fungus, Fusarium graminearum, is linked to agroterrorism threats.
The suspects allegedly received funding from the Chinese government for their research.
Part of their work was conducted at the University of Michigan.
The U.S. Department of...
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- A top CDC expert overseeing COVID-19 vaccine recommendations resigned Tuesday.
- Her resignation follows changes made by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
- Kennedy restricted access to COVID-19 vaccines for kids and pregnant people.
- The CDC was set to meet in three weeks to discuss vaccine recommendations.
- Dr....
