CDC Slashes Vaccine Recommendations for Children, Alarming Health Experts
“We can no longer trust … our federal government for credible information about vaccines,” one critic said.
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US reduces number of recommended childhood vaccinations
Vaccines for diseases including flu, hepatitis, and meningococcal disease will no longer be universally recommended.
Novo Nordisk launches weight loss pill in US
The first-of-its-kind medication is set to accelerate a price war.
Mehmet Oz Downplays Flu Shots as Hospitalizations Surge Across US
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services head pushed dubious MAHA strategies for dealing with the flu instead.
Congress returns to familiar health care stalemate
The House could vote as soon as this week on a three-year extension of enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies.
China ends tax exemption on contraceptives
Beijing ended a 30-year tax exemption for condoms and other contraceptives, as Chinese officials attempt to boost the country’s flagging birthrate.
The FDA’s Lax Generic Drug Rules Can Put Patients’ Lives at Risk
Generic drugs are supposed to be equivalent to brand-name medications — but the FDA doesn’t always ensure that.
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More Than 20 Million Americans Are Set to Lose Health Care Coverage on January 1
An expert discusses how premiums will work, how to seek help, what to watch for in alternative plans, and more.
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RFK’s Overhauled Autism Committee Is Even Worse Than It Looks
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A growing nursing shortage is made worse by nurses’ daily challenges of patients and their families rolling their eyes, yelling and striking
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