On April 1, 2025, employees of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) experienced a day they would never forget. It was not a typical April Fool’s Day prank. Instead, it was a day of uncertainty and heartache as many discovered their jobs had been eliminated. The scene was set outside the
Endovascular procedures are common in the United States. During these procedures, over 10% of patients face a serious issue. They develop contrast-associated acute kidney injuries. This is a big problem. It leads to higher medical costs and worse health outcomes for patients. To tackle this, doctors
Kidney problems can be really tough. Some people have a hard time bouncing back from kidney issues. This is especially true for those who need dialysis treatment outside of a hospital. The recovery process can be influenced by many things. One important factor is the social environment of the pa
A prominent global law firm has struck a bargain with the White House. Willkie Farr & Gallagher has pledged to provide at least $100 million in free legal services. This money will go towards supporting veterans and fighting against antisemitism. This agreement makes Willkie the third law firm in re
The battle against measles in Texas just got tougher. Dallas County, one of the state's most crowded areas, has had to cancel over 50 free vaccine clinics. This is due to a significant cut in federal funding. These clinics were set up to offer free measles, mumps, and rubella shots to families. Many
The Health and Human Services Department is undergoing a massive overhaul. This means big changes for thousands of employees. Many woke up to find their jobs had vanished. The department plans to cut about 20, 000 jobs, which is roughly a quarter of its workforce. This news came as a shock to many.
The National Institutes of Health and other federal agencies have abruptly ended nearly three dozen research projects led by Harvard-affiliated hospitals. This move has left many scientists scrambling. The cuts have hit Mass General Brigham, the nation’s top hospital for research grants, hard. The h
The FDA's tobacco control efforts have hit a major roadblock. The agency's top tobacco regulator, Brian King, was suddenly removed from his post. This move is part of a larger shake-up within the FDA, where many experienced leaders have been leaving or being dismissed. King's departure is significan
A group of 23 states and Washington, DC, have taken legal action against the US Department of Health and Human Services. Their complaint? The department abruptly pulled back 12 billion dollars in public health funding. This move has sparked a heated debate. The states argue that this funding was cru
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) is in for a significant shakeup. A large number of employees are expected to lose their jobs as part of a major restructuring plan. This plan is being pushed by the Secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The cut
