A surprising change has happened at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Ralph Abraham, a former Louisiana health official, has been appointed as the deputy director. This is notable because Abraham has been vocal about his doubts regarding Covid-19 vaccines, even calling them "dangerous" in the past. Abraham's new role has sparked concerns among he...
RFK Jr. has recently made some big changes to the CDC's stance on vaccines and autism. He's been saying that vaccines might cause autism, even though lots of studies say they don't. This is a big deal because vaccines are super important for keeping people healthy. RFK Jr. has been making some big changes at the CDC. He fired a bunch of experts and replaced them wit...
The White House is considering a plan to extend Obamacare subsidies for two more years. This comes as millions of Americans face a significant increase in healthcare costs starting in January. The proposal suggests a cap on eligibility for these subsidies at 700% of the federal poverty level. This is a change from the original Affordable Care Act, which capped eligib...
November 25, 2025, marks the birthday of many notable figures from various fields. Among them are actor Ben Stein, who has an impressive track record, including a Daytime Emmy for hosting "Win Ben Stein's Money. " John Larroquette, known for his distinctive voice, recently narrated the 2022 version of "Texas Chainsaw Massacre. " In the music world, Amy Grant, a belo...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recently updated its website to reflect a significant change in its position on vaccines and autism. This shift comes after Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. directed the agency to revise its language. Kennedy, a prominent figure in the debate surrounding vaccine safety, has long been vo...
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , the current Health Secretary, has made some big changes to the CDC's website. He told The New York Times that he personally asked for these changes. The CDC used to say that vaccines don't cause autism. Now, the website says that this statement isn't based on solid evidence. This change has caused a lot of confusion and worry. Many scientists...
The CDC has updated its stance on vaccines and autism, sparking debate. The agency now says a link cannot be ruled out, a shift from its previous position. This change aligns with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. 's views on vaccine dangers. However, CDC scientists insist no changes were made to their website. The Department of Health and Human Services remains...
Sen. Jeanne Shaheen from New Hampshire has a clear message: it's time to move on from the government shutdown and tackle the pressing issue of health care costs. She believes that lawmakers need to stop the blame game and focus on finding common ground to address the rising costs of health care. Shaheen points out that the recent shutdown happened because key figure...
Northeast Ohio is buzzing with activities this week, from educational talks to live performances. On November 16, the Astronomy Club of Akron is hosting a talk by Robert Harmon from Ohio Wesleyan University. He will discuss solar physics and starspots, a great chance to learn about the sun and other stars. Music lovers have plenty to choose from. Warren Miller's "SN...
Senator Bill Cassidy, a medical doctor from Louisiana, recently shared his thoughts on healthcare reforms in an interview. He emphasized the need to shift the focus from insurance companies to individual patients. Cassidy highlighted that current healthcare plans often come with high deductibles, making them more like catastrophic policies than comprehensive coverage...