Health

  Key Takeaways: President Trump suggested a link between vaccines and rising autism rates during a recent press event. He encouraged parents to space out vaccines instead of following the standard schedule. Trump and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. also blamed Tylenol use during pregnancy. Experts in autism strongly...

Key takeaways • Medicaid cuts force rural clinics to shut their doors. • Three Virginia clinics will close this month. • Experts warn small communities face bigger hits. • Political leaders clash over who’s to blame. • Without change, more towns could lose health services.   Rural families rely on local clinics for checkups and care....

Key takeaways: President Trump claimed Tylenol use during pregnancy can cause autism without evidence. Medical experts say no scientific data backs any Tylenol autism link. Untreated fevers in pregnancy pose real risks to mother and baby. Trump made the announcement alongside Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Dr. Mehmet Oz. ...

  Key Takeaways:   Former President Donald Trump says a major autism breakthrough is coming. The Trump administration started a large autism research push earlier this year. Trump claims a major medical discovery will change how we see autism. Full details are expected in his announcement on Monday. Major Autism Discovery on...

Key Takeaways: Trump officials may link Tylenol use during pregnancy to autism. A new statement is expected in an upcoming Oval Office event. Tylenol (paracetamol) could be advised only for high fever in pregnancy. Trump says an “amazing” autism-related announcement is coming soon. Medical experts are cautioning against spreading...

  Key Takeaways: Kenvue's interim CEO, Kirk Perry, met privately with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The goal was to prevent Tylenol from being mentioned in an upcoming autism report. Perry said there is no proven scientific link between Tylenol and autism. Kennedy is working on a report about possible causes...

  Key Takeaways: Trump claims acetaminophen during pregnancy may increase autism risk His administration wants more research into autism “cures” Robert F. Kennedy Jr. led investigations into autism’s causes Medical experts say conclusions may lack strong scientific proof Critics warn misinformation could harm public health Trump Sparks Autism Debate With Acetaminophen...

Key Takeaways An FDA official halted a promising melanoma immunotherapy called RP1. Critics say this decision could cost lives of patients with advanced melanoma. The move ties into Health and Human Services Secretary RFK Jr.’s anti-pharma stance. Career experts and oncologists supported the therapy after strong trial results.   A top...

Key Takeaways: • Nearly 20,000 U.S. children caught hepatitis B before 1991; now fewer than 1,000 do. • Experts warn delaying the hepatitis B vaccine puts babies at higher risk. • A new CDC panel may change the birth shot rule without fresh evidence. • Vaccinating at birth is proven safe and stops...

Key Takeaways • New blood pressure limits mean nearly half of U.S. adults now have hypertension. • Elevated blood pressure is 120–129 over less than 80 mm Hg; stage 1 hypertension is 130–139/80–89. • Stage 2 hypertension begins at 140/90, and 180/120 is a crisis. • Doctors should use the PREVENT risk calculator...

Key Takeaways: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. leads a national campaign challenging vaccine rules in schools. Anti-vaccine efforts are gaining momentum in states like Louisiana, Texas, and Idaho. Some red states may follow Florida’s example of removing school vaccine mandates. Public health experts warn this could increase disease risks among...

Key Takeaways A new vaccine advisory panel held chaotic first meetings. Health experts warned the panel spread misinformation. Members debated false links between COVID shots and serious illnesses. Confusing votes on toddler vaccines raised more alarms. The new vaccine advisory panel stirred controversy in its first days. Members shouted, posted...

Key Takeaways: The CDC vaccine panel voted to drop the universal COVID vaccine recommendation. Instead, Americans will now receive individual guidance based on their health needs. The change aims to focus shots on people who truly benefit most. The panel also reviewed other vaccines like measles and hepatitis at...

Key Takeaways Senate Democrats demand Republicans undo Medicaid cuts or risk a government shutdown Democrats propose funding through October with restored insurance subsidies Lawmakers say making ACA subsidies permanent would insure nearly 4 million more people GOP needs 60 votes in the Senate; Democrats hold the deciding power Senator...

Key Takeaways • Short, safe challenges can shift how hard exercise feels. • A cold-water hand dunk before biking made effort feel easier. • This method is called stress calibration and it changes perception. • You can use quick warm-up tasks to make workouts more enjoyable.   Stress Calibration: A New Way to See Effort When...

Key Takeaways • A new pneumonia vaccine now targets strains common in adults. • The CDC recommends adults start this vaccine at age 50. • Vaccine options include PPSV23, PCV13, PCV15, PCV20, and PCV21. • Talk with your doctor to pick the best pneumonia vaccine for you. • Stay up to date on flu,...

Key takeaways: Florida’s governor wants to end vaccine mandates in schools and nursing homes. The plan would remove proof of immunization rules for students and elders. Kindergarten vaccination rates in Florida are now below the national average. Other conservative states often mirror Florida’s policy changes. Experts warn ending vaccine...

  Key Takeaways:   Robert F. Kennedy Jr. plans to reveal the cause of autism by September. He’s speculated that Tylenol and folate deficiency may be linked to autism. There is no solid scientific proof connecting Tylenol or folate deficiency to autism. Medical experts have pointed to other likely causes based...

Key Takeaways: President Trump said U.S. drug costs will drop by “1000 percent.” He wants drugmakers to offer U.S. prices that match other wealthy nations. Social media users found the “1000 percent” math confusing. The plan could reshape how Americans pay for medicine.   Last Thursday, President Trump told Fox News...

  Key takeaways • Dr. Susan Monarez, former CDC head, faced senators after her firing. • Senators clashed over whether to swear Monarez and Dr. Debra Houry in. • Bernie Sanders pointed out it is illegal to lie to Congress. • Debate highlighted trust issues and vaccine policy disputes. Senate hearing sparks unexpected laughs During a...